Job Reference: HR2526-099 Status / Hours: Permanent / Full Time Salary: Unqualified: £32,753.97 - £34,306.88 per annum Qualified: £36,058.84 - £45,524.92 per annum Location: Tamworth Campus Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, including barred list information, as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of safer recruitment practices and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates. All gaps in employment will be explored, and references will be sought prior to interview wherever possible. Only completed application forms will be accepted, CV’s cannot be considered. We uphold rigorous safeguarding procedures throughout recruitment, selection and induction, consistent with the expectations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Safeguarding training is mandatory for all employees and will form part of your induction and ongoing CPD. At South Staffordshire College our aim is to help our learners realise their potential, focusing on careers not courses. We pride ourselves on developing the skills and knowledge that young people and adults need to succeed in the world of work. We specialise in English and Maths retake opportunities (GCSE and Functional Skills) for young people, as part of their study programme, as well as adult learners through part-time (day/evening) and online provision. We are looking for an outstanding Lecturer of English with a track record of success, and with passion, enthusiasm and flair to join our progressive and forward-thinking team in the new academic year. The successful applicant(s) will have a related degree, a full teaching qualification (PGCE or DTTLS) together with experience of teaching in either the FE or Schools’ sector. Newly Qualified Teachers are welcome to apply for the post. The successful candidate will have experience of GCSE delivery and be responsible for creating and delivering, an inspiring and carefully sequenced curriculum to 16-18 and adult groups which could be across a range of our campuses and during daytime and evening hours. The successful candidate should be confident and able to implement up to date teaching and learning pedagogy, both within the classroom and through online learning mediums. The individual should have the vision and capability to adapt the curriculum and teaching, learning and assessment to suit the needs of our diverse range of learners, from different vocational backgrounds and support needs, ensuring progress is made. In addition, the successful candidate will work closely with their English and maths coordinator, as well as Head of English and maths, to ensure the department continues to move forward in this exiting curriculum area. To find out more about this great opportunity visit our recruitment portal at https://mynewterm.com/jobs/634814525/EDV-2026-TC-57862 to apply and to download a job specification. All applications must be received by: Wednesday 29th April 2026 Interviews to be held: W/C 11th May 2026 What you can expect from us - we care about your wellbeing so have several activities all year that provide support. However, time off is also important. We have a generous holiday scheme, the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days at Christmas and 2 ‘ME’ days (where you can have a day off work and do whatever makes you happy) as well as an additional day on campus spent on wellbeing. We have a range of benefits available to all staff including paid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers) and all our policies are enhanced further than statutory requirements. The College also contributes to your pension at a minimum of 20.9% (we contribute more for people in the Local Government Pension Scheme). South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .