Lecturer - English (Sessional)

Please note that all interviews are conducted face to face, we are unable to facilitate online interviews.

CWA is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check as well as a barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply.

Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk).

Due to continued growth in learner numbers we are recruiting for an additional lecturer to join us on an hourly paid basis. Our sessions include both evening and day time teaching and incorporate both 16-19 year olds and adult learners. The successful candidate will hold at least a level 3 English qualification. You do not need to have teaching experience or hold a teaching qualification, the college will support you with extensive CPD and mentorship to support you to succeed.

We pride ourselves on our approach to the work life balance of our team and actively support job share and flexible working opportunities.

Please note that your point on the salary scale will be determined based on both experience and teaching qualifications. Appointments will not normally be made at point 10 or above (£32,384 FTE) without a level 5 teaching qualification and experience.

We are a successful, community-focused FE College based in the East of England. We have a thriving English team and in recent years, the department has grown from strength to strength. We offer an incredible training package and a chance to work within tight knit and supportive teams., We offer an excellent package including a generous annual leave allowance of 37 days per year for curriculum staff, plus five College closure days, plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time and included in hourly rate of pay for sessional staff), fee waivers on some College courses, a contributory pension scheme with the Teachers' Pension Scheme (current employer contribution is 23.68%), discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle to work scheme. CWA focusses on staff well-being and utilises both internal and external resources, such as a well-being committee and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as comprehensive training and development.