Public Services Lecturer

About the Role / Job Summary

Join a well-established further education college as a Public Services Lecturer delivering BTEC Level 2 and Level 3 programmes.

This full-time temporary role begins 2 November and is likely to continue for the remainder of the academic year.

You will deliver vocational teaching, assess learner progress, and contribute to positive learner outcomes within a supportive faculty environment.

Candidates must hold an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging BTEC Level 2 and Level 3 Public Services lessons aligned to curriculum and awarding body requirements.
• Create and adapt learning materials to meet the needs of diverse learners and different learning styles.
• Assess and record learner progress, provide constructive feedback, and prepare evidence for internal and external moderation.
• Support learners to develop employability skills, course-related practical skills, and progression plans.
• Maintain high standards of classroom behaviour and promote inclusive learning practices.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, curriculum leads, and support services to meet learner needs.
• Contribute to course administration, attendance monitoring, and reporting duties.
• Comply with safeguarding, health and safety, and college policies.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in a relevant Public Services subject or equivalent vocational qualification.
• Teaching qualification such as PGCE, CertEd, or Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, or willingness to work towards a recognised teaching qualification.
• Valid Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service.
• Relevant industry qualifications and training where applicable (desirable). ideally in the armed forces or police, but any public services would be great

Education Requirements

• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent qualifications.
• Degree or relevant higher-level vocational qualification in a related subject preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Proven experience teaching or training in Public Services or related vocational subjects within further education or similar settings.
• Experience assessing BTEC or vocational qualifications and preparing learners for external assessment.
• Experience supporting diverse cohorts and adapting delivery to suit learner needs.
• Familiarity with curriculum planning, internal moderation, and tracking learner progress.