Role: Lecturer – Pathways
Location: Tresham College – Kettering Campus
Salary is between £33,048 and £38,169 per annum (Pro‑Rata) based on experience and qualifications. 45 days annual leave (Pro‑Rata) plus Bank holidays, Teacher’s Pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, and access to college courses. Note: Salary and annual leave entitlement is for that of a Qualified Lecturer.
Hours/Weeks: 15 hours per week – 40 weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent – Term Time / Part Time
Right to work: This is a UK‑based contract and you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship. Any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a Lecturer in Pathways to join our Specialist Provision department at The Bedford College Group.
As a Lecturer, you will play an important role in the success of our students through:
* Specialist SEND Curriculum Delivery – Design and deliver specialist Pathways provision for learners with SEND, including small‑group teaching, Preparing for Adulthood programmes, and entry‑level English and maths qualifications.
* High‑Quality Teaching & Learner Support – Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons across entry‑level programmes, supporting students to achieve success, independence and progression.
* Assessment, Progress & Pastoral Care – Assess learner work to awarding‑body standards, track progress, deliver tutorials, maintain records, and act as a designated tutor providing personalised support.
* Curriculum Development & Quality Improvement – Contribute proactively to curriculum design, schemes of work, course reviews and innovation, mentoring new staff and supporting funding and quality priorities.
* Professional Practice & College Contribution – Uphold safeguarding, EDI and health & safety requirements, participate in marketing and college‑wide activities, and work collaboratively in line with TBCG values and policies.
About You
* Qualifications & Teaching Expertise – Hold a Level 3+ subject qualification with a recognised Level 5 teaching qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed/DET), strong subject knowledge and proven FE teaching experience.
* Teaching Excellence & Learner Engagement – Deliver high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment that motivates and inspires learners, promotes positive behaviour and meets diverse learning needs.
* Curriculum Delivery & Quality Improvement – Contribute to curriculum planning and development, assessment, moderation and quality improvement processes, using data to track progress and raise standards.
* Professional Skills & Collaboration – Highly organised and analytical, with excellent communication, IT and digital learning skills, able to collaborate effectively and share best practice across teams.
* Values, Safeguarding & Professional Conduct – Student‑focused and inclusive, committed to equality, safeguarding and College values, maintaining professional boundaries, continuous development and flexibility across campuses and working hours.
For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.
Interviews will be held 08 June 2026
Alignment to Vision values
* Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who, by working together, can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
* Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
* Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
* Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
* Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
* Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.
Safeguarding and EEO Statement
The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 provide information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex‑Offenders is attached to this vacancy.
Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded that applying for this post is a criminal offence.
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