Lecturer in Business

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About Us

Newham College London, now merged with NewVIc Sixth Form College, is the largest post‑16 education provider in Newham. With campuses in East Ham, Stratford Plaistow, and the London City Institute of Technology (LCIoT) in Canning Town, we serve over 11,000 students across a range of pathways including 16‑18 study, adult education, apprenticeships, and higher education. With over 600 staff, four main campuses, and an annual turnover of £60 million, Newham College is one of the borough’s largest employers and plays a key role in driving local economic and community development.

The Role

We are looking for full‑time permanent lecturers to join our Business team at NewVic Sixth Form Centre. You should have experience teaching L1‑to L3 vocational qualifications within the school of business, a full teaching qualification, relevant teaching experience, and current CPD within the industry/sector. In your role you will plan, deliver, assess and quality‑assure a range of subjects, while supporting students through their study programme including English, maths, work experience, industry placement and enrichment. You should be confident working with parents and other departments to support learners to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, assess, and quality‑assure engaging and industry‑relevant teaching across Business programmes.
• Deploy a wide range of student‑centred learning strategies to maximise retention, achievement, and progression.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, course design, module development, and the integration of digital learning resources.
• Lead and support all aspects of work‑based learning, including apprenticeships and employer‑driven provision.
• Undertake formative and summative assessment and use outcomes to enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Deliver learner induction, guidance, pastoral support, and personal tutoring.
• Maintain robust records, ensure compliance with internal and external quality standards, and contribute to audits and self‑assessment.
• Support marketing and external engagement activities, representing the College at events and liaising with schools, employers, and partner organisations.
• Contribute to service planning, resource management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote high standards of professional conduct, safeguarding, equality, and customer service across all learner interactions.

Ideal Candidate

• Full Teaching Qualification (DET/DTLLS/PGCE/Cert Ed or Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training or equivalent) or willingness to obtain qualification within 2 years.
• Degree‑level qualification or equivalent professional experience within the Business sector.
• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths.
• Demonstrated experience teaching vocational Business qualifications to learners aged 16‑19 and adults.
• Proven ability to deliver high‑quality, student‑centred teaching and stimulate independent learning.
• Strong communication, classroom management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a fast‑paced, evolving environment and contribute to team performance.
• Competence in utilising digital tools and ILT to support learning, assessment, and administration.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, including maintaining accurate learner records.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, health and safety, and continuous professional development.

Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, all employment offers are subject to employment checks. These include Enhanced DBS, online searches, overseas criminal record checks, evidence of identity and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history. The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners; staff are required to complete mandatory training in relating to KCSIE and other key areas.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.

Recruitment Process

The email address you use to apply will be used for all recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email address that you regularly monitor. All application forms must be fully completed, including a full record of education and employment history. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting. The salary for this position is inclusive of London weighting. Appointments are usually made at the start of the salary range. We regret that we are unable to respond to every application; if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.

Closing Date: 23 Jan 2026