Lecturer Biology

Location: Hackney Sixth Form

Pay Range: £33,300 - £51,300. Your placement on the scale will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

Hours and weeks: Full-time, 35 hrs per week.

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Term Time runs from mid-August to Mid-July annually.

Position Start Date: As soon as possible

Application Close: 12.04.2026

Interview Date: 20.04.2026

The Role: Working at Hackney Sixth Form College means contributing to a supportive and aspirational environment where students are encouraged to achieve their goals. The college is committed to fostering a culture that motivates learners, promotes high standards, and reflects the diversity of the local community. Staff play an active role in guiding students’ progress, supporting their wellbeing, and helping them stay focused and engaged in their studies. It is a professional setting where you can make a meaningful contribution to young people’s development while being part of a dedicated and collaborative team. This role centres on delivering high‑quality teaching and assessment across a wide range of Science and Biology programmes, supporting learners aged 14–19 as well as adults. It involves teaching from Entry Level up to Level 3, including BTEC Applied Science and T-Level Science, while contributing to curriculum development that reflects national requirements, community needs, and employer expectations. The role also includes supporting learners pastorally and academically, and working collaboratively with colleagues and the Senior Curriculum Manager to ensure the continued growth and quality of the Science provision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, student‑centred teaching across multiple Science courses at different levels and sites, ensuring high retention, achievement, and progression.
• Prepare schemes of work, syllabuses, and learning outcomes, and maintain accurate course records in line with quality assurance processes.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and offer both group and individual tutorial support to help students maximise their potential.
• Participate in admissions, enrolment, induction, and ongoing tracking of learners, ensuring a smooth and supportive student journey.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, employers, and external agencies to support placements, curriculum design, and progression opportunities.
• Uphold safeguarding, equality, diversity, health and safety, and GDPR responsibilities across all aspects of the role.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement within the Science department.

Who You Are:

You are a committed and enthusiastic Science educator with a strong grounding in Biology and a passion for helping learners of all ages succeed. You bring a recognised degree in Biology or a related field, alongside a teaching qualification, and you have experience delivering innovative and effective Science teaching. You communicate clearly, work well within a team, and can adapt to changes in curriculum content and teaching methods. You understand the pastoral needs of diverse learners and can build positive, trusting relationships that support their academic and personal development. You are committed to equality, diversity, safeguarding, and continuous professional growth.

What We Offer:

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)
• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment.
• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.

For further information please contact Human Resources at recruitment@ncclondon.ac.uk.

About New City College: New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education. Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development. Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector. We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs. As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, along with a check of the Children’s Barred List if engaged in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. Failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of your DBS certificate may result in the withdrawal of your offer of employment. The College's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available upon request.