At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and teach English to post-16 learners, helping them excel in their qualifications.
- Company: Join the Windsor Forest Colleges Group, a leading education provider in the South East.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, pension contributions, free parking, and health perks.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for English and ability to motivate diverse learners.
Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a Lecturer in English to join the team at Berkshire College of Agriculture. This permanent, part time position has an actual salary ranging from £25,306.40 (T1) to £36,272.80 (T11), depending on qualifications and experience. The full time equivalent for this scale is £31,633 to £45,341. Please note the expected start date for this role is Wednesday the 19th of August 2026.
As a Lecturer in English, you will join our Ofsted-rated Good Colleges Group, teaching at the Berkshire College of Agriculture campus. You will work with post 16 learners, helping them build the reading, writing, speaking and listening skills they need to succeed in GCSE or Functional Skills qualifications. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons that support learners with a wide range of starting points and experiences. Working closely with Learning Support Assistants, you will adapt your teaching so that every student can take part and make progress. You will use assessment to understand where learners are, address gaps in their knowledge and help them improve over time. You will also play an important role in encouraging attendance and building learners' confidence in English. We are looking for someone who cares about their subject, communicates clearly and can motivate students who may not always find English easy or enjoyable.
About Us: The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state of the art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.
Our staff benefit from:
- Generous non-working day entitlement
- Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) currently offering 28.68.% employer contribution
- Free onsite parking at all sites
- Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Family friendly policies supporting Work Life Balance
- Onsite Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
- Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at our Langley College site
Please be advised that the vacancy will close on 15th July 2026. However, applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.
To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form. Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.
Recruitment Agencies please note that we have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.
Lecturer - English (0.8) in Maidenhead employer: Windsor Forest Colleges
Windsor Forest Colleges Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment at the Berkshire College of Agriculture. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, generous benefits including a Teachers Pension Scheme, and opportunities for professional growth, we empower our staff to make a meaningful impact on learners' lives. Join us in fostering a culture of inclusivity and excellence in education, where your passion for teaching English can truly flourish.
