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English Lecturer (Temporary)

Dovetail Ref: 191305
FE & HE Competitive Contract / Temp mid Level 2 October 2026
Yorkshire and the Humber
Mike Hallam

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Education Details

English Further Education fe college
Levels: GCSEFunctional Skills

Job Description

English Lecturer

Temporary | Contract

Location: Yorkshire and the Humber

Start date: 2 November 2026

About the Role

A further education provider in Yorkshire and the Humber is looking for an English Lecturer to deliver teaching to post-16 learners.

You'll plan and deliver engaging English sessions, adapting your approach to a range of abilities, and help learners build the confidence they need to achieve.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Planning and delivering high-quality English lessons to post-16 learners.
  • Preparing schemes of work, resources and assessments.
  • Monitoring learner progress, marking work and giving timely feedback.
  • Supporting learners with engagement, attendance and exam preparation.
  • Working alongside curriculum colleagues and support staff to ensure inclusive practice.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • Experience of teaching English, ideally within further education
  • A recognised teaching qualification, or a genuine willingness to work towards one
  • Strong classroom management and learner engagement skills
  • A commitment to supporting learners from a range of backgrounds

Desirable (but not essential):

  • A degree in English or a related subject
  • Experience supporting resit learners

If you're ready to help learners achieve an essential qualification, we'd love to hear from you.

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Mike Hallam

Mike Hallam

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Requirements

  • Experience of teaching English, ideally within further education
  • A recognised teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards one
  • Strong classroom management and learner engagement skills
  • Commitment to supporting learners from a range of backgrounds

Skills & Qualifications

English teachingClassroom managementLearner engagementLesson planningAssessment preparationInclusive practice

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