Barking & Dagenham College
English Lecturer

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Lecturer – English (16–18)
Are you an inspiring English lecturer who believes in the power of education to change lives?
At Barking & Dagenham College, English is more than a qualification – it’s a foundation for confidence, communication, and future opportunity. We’re looking for a committed and forward-thinking Lecturer – English to join our 16–18 provision on a full-time, permanent basis and help shape positive outcomes for learners across our community.
About Us
Barking & Dagenham College of Further & Higher Education is a vibrant environment committed to the success of our learners, colleagues, and community alike. Established in 1961, our college is comprised of four campuses across the Borough of Barking & Dagenham, supporting thousands of learners in their journey towards self-sufficiency.
Based across our accessible campuses, including Rush Green, Barking & Dagenham College prepares young people and adults with the essential skills they need to progress into employment, apprenticeships, or further study. Our Maths and English provision plays a critical role in that journey.
The Role
As an English Lecturer, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching that engages, challenges, and supports learners from Entry Level to Level 2/3. You’ll contribute to the ongoing development of our curriculum, working collaboratively within a supportive department focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
You’ll Be Responsible For
- Planning and delivering engaging, well-structured lessons, including schemes of work
- Designing and implementing learner-centred assessment with clear, developmental feedback
- Monitoring and supporting learner attendance, progress, and achievement
- Providing personal coaching and pastoral support to designated learners
- Contributing to a safe, inclusive learning environment, ensuring health and safety standards are met
- Keeping your subject knowledge current to ensure teaching remains relevant and employability-focused
- Actively engaging in professional development and quality improvement activity
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What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a motivated educator who is passionate about English and learner progression. You’ll ideally have:
- A recognised teaching qualification
- Recent, successful experience teaching Functional Skills and/or English from Entry Level to Level 2/3, preferably in Further Education
- A strong track record of effective assessment and learner achievement
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to support colleagues and contribute to shared goals
- Strong administrative skills, including accurate tracking of learner data
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- A learner-focused approach with strong communication skills
- Good organisational and administrative skills
- A commitment to equality, safeguarding, and inclusive practice
What’s In It for You?
You’ll benefit from a competitive salary between £26,514 and £46,307 (inclusive of London Weighting), structured support into teaching where required, excellent CPD opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference within a supportive college community.


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Barking & Dagenham College is committed to best practice relating to safer recruitment and safeguarding. Please note that all employment checks are made in-line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines. For further information relating to onboarding expectations/our safeguarding framework, please speak with the Talent team directly.
As part of our commitment to a safe and professional working environment, Barking & Dagenham College may conduct a check of publicly available social media profiles (e.g. LinkedIn, X, Facebook etc.) as part of pre-onboarding checks. For further information, please request a copy of our Social Media Checks policy directly from the Talent team.
Barking & Dagenham College is proudly an inclusive employer, striving towards an open culture where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, safely and without fear of judgment or persecution. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age. Should you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know. You will not be disadvantaged for stating your needs, and we want to support you to do your best in this process.
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