Lecturer in Foundation Learning in Westminster

We are currently recruiting a qualified, experienced, and enthusiastic Lecturer to join our Foundation learning team on a fixed term basis. Our department delivers a range of courses that support learners with SEND to develop skills including independent living skills, communication, personal development, employability, and enterprise. A commitment to working with young people/adults with additional support needs underpins all aspects of our work. The person will be required to deliver the curriculum effectively through a variety of different learning strategies, communicating effectively with students as appropriate and providing them with appropriate tutorial support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, creative, and inclusive teaching tailored to SEND learners.
• Develop and implement schemes of learning, lesson plans, and resources.
• Act as a course tutor, tracking and supporting student progress.
• Contribute to course development, reviews, and quality improvement.
• Support learners with progression pathways and employability skills.
• Promote positive behaviour and safeguarding at all times.

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 account you use to apply will be used for all recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account 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. Please note that we advertise our salaries on a range to indicate the trajectory of progression that can be made. Appointments are usually made at the start of the salary range. We regret that we are unable to respond to every application. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.

Qualifications

• A recognised Level 5 teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one within 2 years).
• Minimum Level 2 in English & Maths (GCSE Grade C/4 or above).
• Recent experience teaching learners with SEND, including those with complex needs.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour support skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and equality of opportunity.

Employment checks

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, all employment offers are subject to employment checks. These include (some of which are dependent on the role and the individual): Enhanced DBS including Children's Barred List check, DfE teaching/management Barred List check, online searches, overseas criminal record check, 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.

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 800 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.