English Lecturer

The Role:

We require exceptional classroom practitioners with a passion for teaching English. You will be an innovative and creative teacher with a student‑centred vision. You will have ambition, energy and drive to provide our students with an outstanding experience.

You will teach and manage all aspects of learning for our 16‑19 and adult learners. Courses range from entry level to L2 GCSE.

You will be self‑motivated, a good communicator and have the ability to create a safe and inspirational learning environment. You will have experience of teaching Functional Skills English and GCSE English and a track record of delivering excellent outcomes for learners. You will have a vocation for meeting the needs of learners at a range of starting points and supporting them to make excellent progress.

You will be committed to your own professional development and be ready to contribute to a collaborative and student‑centred team. The successful candidate will hold a teaching qualification. Possession of an English degree or level 5 Subject Specialism in Literacy would be desirable.

• Pension:
  New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff. Support staff fall under the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Accessibility:
  All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On‑Site Facilities:
  Free access to on‑site gym facilities at some campuses and on‑site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development:
  Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry‑standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks:
  Interest‑free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• 20% discount on fees at Hackney Campus Nursery.
• Discounts:
  Save money on day‑to‑day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.
• Technology Access:
  Office 365 and Adobe Suite available for personal devices.

New City College is a sector leading college group with campuses spanning east London and south‑west Essex as well as two language schools. When you join NCC, you’ll join a forward‑thinking, dynamic team, sharing best practice to deliver first‑class education and skills for the benefit of our students and wider communities.

Our college environment is second to none. We boast industry standard facilities and equipment, expert staff and partnerships with other high‑profile organisations which all prepare students for progression to higher education or successful careers. Furthermore, we make sure we’re a step ahead when it comes to the skills and technology needed for the jobs of tomorrow, so that employers across the region – and nationally – know where to come to update their staff teams’ skills and qualifications.

New City College’s 7‑college merger and our combined skills and expertise places us at the forefront of further education in the UK, spanning sixth‑form education, adult skills, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130m, 20,000 students and 2,000 staff it is one of the strongest and most influential FE organisations in the country.

At New City College we’re proud of our inclusive and diverse staff and student community. We are united in our zero tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we develop our longer‑term vision, we will continue to ensure that we invest in our staff and other resources to provide a distinctive offer and excellent, supportive learning environment which meets the needs of students and employers and prepares local people for their exciting future.

As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an ‘Enhanced’ DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children’s Barred List check if in regulated activity.…