Lecturer - Uniformed Services

Position: Lecturer - Uniformed Services (Contract)
Lecturer - Uniformed Services

Salary £33,742 - £42,182 per annum FTE (Band
7)

Weekly Hours 22.2 hours per week

Fixed term contract (covering maternity leave) running ideally from 24th August 2026 – 28th May 2027.

In a teaching role at our College you will play a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. We are Nottingham’s College and together, we make a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Our teachers bring experience, flair, industry connections, passion and care to their roles and in return we invest in them.

Here, you have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

Who we need

We are looking for a lecturer to deliver within our Uniformed Services department, who has experience of teaching, learning and assessment within a further educational setting. You will have knowledge and understanding of working with 16 to 18 year olds, as well as 19+ year old cohorts, and be able to evidence your achievements with this area. You will be dedicated, enthusiastic and passionate about joining our innovative faculty area.

The successful applicant will be able to deliver accredited qualifications from Level 2 to Level 3. You will be a professional, responsible and confident lecturer who has the skills to inspire both students and colleagues alike, and the ability to innovatively create, deliver and achieve for our young people.

What you will bring

With previous experience of teaching (teaching qualification desirable), you will have a practical, but creative approach that generates outstanding lessons that fully engage and inspire students, with ability to create innovative methods of learning that will support students’ and prepare them for progression to higher level learning and training.

For this role we are looking for people who:

· As a minimum we’d expect a Level 3 Public Services qualification and a working knowledge of teaching content within the Public Services curriculum.

· A background working within the Uniformed Services sector would be desirable.

· Have experience of delivery to 16- to 18-year-olds and 19+ year old cohorts and are passionate about teaching in FE sector.

· Able to create and deliver outstanding teaching, learning and assessment.

· Are committed to ensuring all our students make the best progress possible.

· Are able to work in a demanding and changing environment.

· Are able to bring current skills and awareness of digital technologies in teaching, learning and assessment.

Final date to receive applications Monday 23rd February 2026

Interviews / Assessments are planned for: 2nd March 2025

Why Join us

Competitive salary – £33,742 - £42,182 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
45 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
Access to Teacher's Pension Scheme
Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme
A place to belong

At our College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings…