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Lecturer in Employability Skills at Sandwell… · Sandwell…

Mid LevelOn-sitePart-timeSandwell College27248 GBP–49220 GBP/yr

Job Description

Lecturer in Employability Skills

Application Deadline: 11 November 2026

Department: Central Public Services

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Part Time

Location: Sandwell College

Compensation: £27,248 - £49,220 / year

Description

We are excited to be recruiting a dedicated and inspiring NEET Employability Lecturer to join our team at Sandwell College. Reporting to the Head of Section / Programme Lead, this fixed-term, part-time position is ideal for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about planning, delivering and assessing engaging employability and work-skills programmes that help young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) to re-engage and progress into education, employment or training.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver inclusive employability, work-readiness and personal development sessions
Assess learner progress, give constructive feedback and maintain accurate learner records
Provide one-to-one mentoring and tailored support to remove barriers to learning
Monitor attendance, behaviour and wellbeing, intervening early to improve retention
Embed English, maths, ICT and practical workplace skills into learning
Work with colleagues, families and external partners to support learners’ progression back into Sandwell College and to safeguard learners

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

A Level 3 teaching/training qualification (or equivalent) and relevant English and maths qualifications
A Level 3 assessor qualification, or a willingness to work towards one
Experience of delivering employability or vocational training, and of supporting NEET or disengaged young people
Experience of planning lessons, assessing learner progress, and providing one-to-one and small-group interventions
Experience of teaching Functional Skills English, maths or ICT, and of working with parents/carers and external agencies, would be an advantage
Strong communication and learner-engagement skills, with the ability to motivate learners and build their confidence
Effective behaviour management and inclusive practice, adapting your teaching to individual needs
Good organisation, record-keeping and IT skills, with the ability to track attendance and learner progress

Teaching Qualifications & Salary Banding

To be eligible for our Qualified Lecturer salary banding (£32,538 - £49,220), you must hold one of the following teaching qualifications:

✅ Accepted Qualifications:

DTTLS (Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
Certificate in Education
PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
ProfGCE (Professional Graduate Certificate in Education)
DET (Diploma in Education and Training)
DiT (Diploma in Teaching) – if for a vocational subject

If you do not hold one of the above qualifications, you will fall into our Unqualified Lecturer salary banding (£27,248 - £30,658).

❌ Not Accepted as Stand Alone Qualifications:

PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
CTLLS (Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)
SFHEA (Senior Fellowship)
Masters in Education
TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)

If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please get in touch.

Benefits

✅ Top-Tier Salaries – We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around

🏖 Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas – because work-life balance is essential

🚀 Fast-Track Your Career – Take advantage of dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed

🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute

💆‍♀️ Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services – Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more

🏋 Fitness Perks – Enjoy our college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best

💰 Generous Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles

🛍 Retail & Travel Discounts – Unlock exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount

📜 Free Will Writing – We’ve got your back with professional support for your future planning

💉 Free Flu Vaccine – Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you

🧘 Wellbeing Support – Access confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support your mental and emotional health

🏆 We Celebrate You! – We recognise and appreciate your hard work with awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year.