Lecturer in Public Services/Sport in Redditch

We are seeking an experienced, organised, and passionate instructor to join our Public Services and Sports department. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to acquire new skills and develop their abilities across a wide range of activities. We welcome a diverse and inclusive community, championing equality and diversity.

Key roles and accountabilities:

• Teach across Level 1–5 Sport and Public Services programmes.
• Contribute to the development of new courses in these areas.
• Support learner recruitment, providing clear advice and guidance.
• Deliver high‑quality teaching through planned learning, effective monitoring, regular assessment, and constructive feedback.
• Embed and signpost Functional Skills where appropriate.
• Use and develop new technology to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Produce schemes of work, lesson plans, assessments, and learning materials.
• Mark and assess learner work, providing timely and helpful feedback.
• Maintain accurate learner records, ILPs, progress tracking, and administrative systems.

About us:

Heart of Worcestershire College is the county's largest further education institution, offering a diverse range of academic, vocational, and community courses throughout its campuses. Our principles of diversity, integrity, partnership, and trust guide our work, and we aim to be 90% green by 2030.

Benefits:

• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7.
• Regular Continuing Professional Development.
• Opportunity to gain further qualifications and enhance professional development through our Awards process.
• Agile and Flexible working (dependent on role).
• Employee discounts & benefits package including high street and travel discounts.
• Fantastic progression opportunities.
• Mentor to support you in your new role.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Free onsite parking (certain campuses only).
• Opportunities to volunteer within local community and charities.

Inclusion and EEO statements:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We expect everyone to share our commitment to promoting and protecting children, young people, and vulnerable adults' welfare and equality of opportunity. We actively support and safeguard against discrimination.

General accountabilities:

• Commit to safeguarding and promote the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
• Participate in the College’s Performance Management Scheme and attend necessary training events.
• Continuously improve teaching and assessment through CPD and sharing best practice.
• Contribute to the College’s Quality System and improvement strategies.
• Carry out administrative duties commensurate with the role.
• Take reasonable care for health and safety of self and others.
• Support College Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity policies.
• Operate within GDPR principles for HR tasks.

Conditions of service:

• Hours: Various hours available. Actual hours to be agreed with manager.
• Annual leave: 37 days plus eight public bank holidays and five concessionary days. Pro‑rata for part‑time.
• Pension scheme: Teachers Pension.
• Probationary period: 9 months with mandatory induction and training.
• Salary: Up to £41,413 per year; starting salary depends on experience and qualifications. Incremental increases each year.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Appropriate teaching qualification, or willingness to undertake and achieve the Certificate in Education and Training within 2 years.
• Minimum Level 2 qualification in English and Maths or willingness to obtain during employment.
• Experience teaching at Level 1‑5 in Sport or Public Services preferred.
• Experience in curriculum design and assessment recommended.
• Reference from current or most recent employer; Enhanced DBS with 12‑month period; 2 satisfactory references.

Disability adjustments:

Applicants with a disability may request adjustments for interview and selection tests. Please contact HR before interview if adjustments are needed.