Inspiring SEND Lecturer | Inclusive Education & Literacy

Are you an inspiring Lecturer - SEND with a passion for supporting learners to gain the core skills they need to thrive in work and life? Join a forward-thinking college where education changes lives. We are seeking a Lecturer - SEND to join our team on a Part-time (28.8 hours per week, 0.8 FTE), permanent basis. This role is expected to start in August 2026.

Barking & Dagenham College of Further & Higher Education is a dynamic, community-focused college with a strong reputation for technical and vocational excellence. Established in 1961 and operating across Barking and Rush Green campuses, we support thousands of learners and apprentices each year to develop the skills, confidence and qualifications they need to thrive. Our SEND provision plays a vital role in empowering students within our community to build confidence, progress into employment, access higher-level study and support their families and communities.

As a Lecturer - SEND, you will deliver engaging and inclusive lessons to SEND learners, supporting them to develop practical literacy skills for work, further study and everyday life. You will:

• Develop engaging schemes of work tailored to learners with diverse starting points
• Use learner-centred teaching and assessment strategies to drive progress and achievement
• Provide clear, constructive feedback that builds confidence and promotes independence
• Monitor and track attendance, progress and achievement, implementing timely interventions where required
• Support learners with varying barriers to education, creating an inclusive and motivating classroom environment
• Contribute to curriculum development, ensuring provision remains relevant to employment and progression pathways
• Engage in continuous professional development to maintain up-to-date knowledge of education policies and practice

We are looking for a passionate and committed Lecturer - SEND specialist who understands the transformational impact of SEND education. You should have:

• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent)

In addition, you will demonstrate:

• Experience teaching SEND students within Further Education
• Experience delivering classes to students with a diverse range of educational needs
• Strong understanding of inclusive teaching strategies
• The ability to differentiate effectively for mixed-ability groups
• Experience tracking and monitoring learner progress using digital systems
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and learner wellbeing

We offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• A competitive salary of £26,514 – £46,307 per annum, pro-rated to 28.8 hours per week, 0.8 FTE, inclusive of London Weighting, dependent on qualifications and experience
• Generous holiday and pension packages
• Ongoing CPD and strong links with industry
• Free parking and access to travel-to-work and technology assistance schemes
• The opportunity to be part of a passionate, supportive team focused on learner success

Barking & Dagenham College is committed to best practice relating to safer recruitment and safeguarding. Please note that all employment checks are made in-line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines. Barking & Dagenham College is proudly an inclusive employer, striving towards an open culture where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, safely and without fear of judgment or persecution. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation or age. Should you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let us know.