Lecturer in English [Ref: CW9963]

Crawley College, part of the Chichester College Group

Lecturer in English [Ref: CW9963]

£27,785 - £43,325 per annum, plus £610 Crawley Weighting Allowance.

37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

We are seeking a committed and inspiring English GCSE Lecturer to deliver high-quality teaching to 16-18-year-old learners on full-time study programmes.

The postholder will plan, deliver and assess GCSE English lessons that meet curriculum and awarding body requirements, supporting learners to progress and achieve their English qualification.

You will create engaging, inclusive learning experiences, track and report on learner progress, and contribute to curriculum planning and quality assurance activities.

The role involves working collaboratively within the English team to support learner attendance, retention and achievement, while ensuring compliance with funding and regulatory requirements.

Applicants should have strong subject knowledge in English, experience of teaching GCSE within an FE or secondary setting (or the ability to adapt quickly to FE delivery), and hold a recognised teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one.

Our Staff Benefits:

We have a fantastic range of staff benefits, highly competitive against what is offered by the private sector and other organisations, including:

• Teachers Pension Scheme – the Group contributes 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay.

• 40 days annual leave , plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.

• Discount schemes – including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).

• Family friendly policies – including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave (dependant on continuous service).

• Continuous professional development opportunities – including ‘back to industry’ days, the Learning & Skills Teacher Apprenticeship for unqualified teaching staff and access to a range of other courses and activities.

• And much more - check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

Looking to get into teaching? / We are always looking for people from industry to get into teaching so don’t worry if you have never worked in education before. We offer a fully funded Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher Apprenticeship, plus other alternative options.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning. 

We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we’re here to support you. Our roles are designed with adaptability in mind and at the heart of our people strategy is a commitment to an inclusive environment where different ways of working are not only accommodated but celebrated. If flexibility matters to you, you'll find a welcoming home here at CCG.

Closing date:         15 June 2026

Interview date:      2 July 2026

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Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.