GCSE English Lecturer

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated GCSE English Lecturer to join a dynamic team at one of the largest colleges in Birmingham. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching and learning experiences to students aged 16+, helping them achieve their full potential in English Language and/or Literature at GCSE level.

Reed FE are a leading recruitment agency working with colleges, prisons, universities, and training providers across the West Midlands.

Location: Birmingham, Digbeth.Contract Type: Full time & Part time Temporary hours availableSalary:  £26 - £28 per hour including holiday pay.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging GCSE English lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Assess student work, provide constructive feedback, and track progress.
• Support students in developing literacy, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide academic and pastoral support to students, fostering a positive learning environment.

Essential Requirements:

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd, or equivalent).
• A degree in English or a related subject.
• Experience teaching GCSE English in a further education or secondary setting.
• Strong knowledge of the GCSE English curriculum and assessment frameworks.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to inclusive education and student success.

Be part of a college that values innovation, inclusion, and excellence. If you are interested in this role, please reply with a copy of your CV.

If you are looking for a new role within Further or Higher Education but this is not the role for you, please still get in contact and I can support you with looking for a new role. 

Benefits of working for Reed Further Education/our client:

• Exclusive representation to leading FE colleges, prisons, and training providers in the area
• A specialist further education consultant who will search for jobs on your behalf
• A Health Cash Plan and Reed Discount Club
• Entitlement to Statutory Sick Pay, Statutory Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay, Parental Leave and Antenatal/Pre-Adoption Appointment Payment
• Access to Training and Development - Reed Assessment Centre - Reed Learning.
• Great referral bonus’
• Access to roles throughout the UK and online/remote learning

At Reed, we believe that experience is just as important as qualifications. So, if you have experience in teaching others, we encourage you to start your registration today. You’ll be joining a team of passionate professionals who provide the best possible education to the students of our clients.

To apply for this role, please send us your updated CV by clicking 'Apply Now'.

Not looking for teaching roles? We are also registering teaching assistants, learning support assistants, learning mentors and technicians through to other FE positions including HR, finance, facilities, administrators. We also have a specialist team of interim and senior management consultants with over 20 years’ experience in the sector.

Reed Further Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment by undergoing a 2 year’ employment check and a DBS Application, completing mandatory training within 6 weeks of your first assignment and annually thereafter.