Lecturer in ESOL Community
Salary: £30,808 to £43,835 per annum, pro rata.
(Grade 3 - 4)
Part time, 18.5 hours per week (12 hours teaching)
Fixed term for 12 months (0.5 FTE)
Benefits
* Enhanced leave policies including 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* A range of family‑friendly policies, including opportunities for hybrid working as relevant to the role
* Christmas closure
* Bright, modern facilities, buildings and learning resources
* A competitive pension scheme
* On‑site restaurant facilities and free breakfasts (cooked breakfast or continental options)
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Access to Continuing Professional Development
* Health & wellbeing initiatives and health‑related benefits including individual health care plans
* Access to the College Sports Academy Gym
* Free on‑site parking
Overview
Stoke on Trent College is an exciting and fast‑growing place to be and we are passionate about building relationships, empowering adults, and creating inclusive learning opportunities in a range of community settings. Be part of an Ofsted ‘Good’ College with good financial health, and contribute to our continuing progress. These are exciting times as we continue on our journey to becoming the innovative, technical and professional College of choice.
Role Description
We are looking for an experienced Community Lecturer in ESOL who will join an established team that plans, implements, and delivers Adult ESOL programmes. This is a rewarding area of the College and you would play a key role in supporting our learners with their development and to help them progress onto higher courses or the workplace.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
The successful applicant should have experience of delivering ESOL in various settings from Pre‑entry to Level 1 including community provision and working with learners with basic literacy needs. The ability to contribute to the development of innovative and exciting ESOL programmes which meet the needs of a wide range of learners is essential.
You will preferably possess a degree or equivalent in English or a related subject area (or a Level 3 qualification plus proven successful experience of teaching English/Literacy/ESOL for at least 2 years) and will ideally possess an advanced level teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (PGCE/DET or equivalent). You will have experience of teaching/tutoring, ESOL, EFL or literacy, and have the ability to engage and enthuse adult learners. This role will include some evening teaching on a regular basis.
How to Apply
Closing date for applications is 12th April 2026. In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this vacancy will be closed. Early applications are advised.
Please email applications@stokecoll.ac.uk and quote V1135 to express your interest in this role and we will send you a link to complete your application. Please check your junk folder if you do not receive an email.
Please note that we do not accept CV only applications; you must complete the application form to be considered for the role.
Helpful to have an informal chat? You are invited to contact Elliot White, Director of Innovation, Partnerships and Community, at Ewhit2sc@stokecoll.ac.uk.
Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
At Stoke on Trent College, our environment is diverse in character and student population. We are proud to be working towards our Investors in Diversity Silver Award and committed to embedding the FREDIE principles of Fairness, Respect, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement – across everything we do. We are dedicated to building a truly inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to contribute.
As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and those with long‑term health conditions, and we are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure equal access and opportunity throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.
We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Your skills, talent, and potential are what matter most to us.
Safeguarding Commitment
Stoke on Trent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. As part of our safer recruitment process, candidates are encouraged to review our Learner Safeguarding, Adults at Risk and Child Protection Policy and Disclosure and Barring Service Policy (including Statement on the Recruitment of Ex‑Offenders) which can be found on our College website.
This teaching role is subject to the College’s Learner Safeguarding, Adults at Risk and Child Protection Policy and requires a strong commitment to promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
This position involves regular and sustained contact with students under the age of 18 within an educational establishment and is classed as regulated activity with children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a children’s barred list check, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
The College may consider carrying out online searches as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if the candidate is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
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