Job Description

ESOL Lecturer

Application Deadline: 14 June 2026

Department: Maths, English & ESOL

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus

Compensation: £33,000 - £41,108 / year

🧑‍🏫 Lecturer – ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
📍 Balliol Building, Liverpool
🕓 Part-Time (0.4) | Permanent | Starting September 2026
💷 £33,000 – £41,108 per annum (full-time equivalent, pro rata for part-time)
🌴 50 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
💼 Teachers’ Pension Scheme
🎁 Access to Medicash and many other staff benefits

Join an Outstanding Team

At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.

Role We are seeking a part-time (0.4) Lecturer in ESOL to provide high-quality teaching and pastoral support for our students.

As an ESOL Lecturer, you will play a key role in shaping the educational journey of your learners. You will deliver engaging teaching, alongside effective assessment and feedback, in line with College expectations.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality teaching, supporting diverse learners, and contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment, we would love to hear from you.

We encourage early applications, as this vacancy may close ahead of the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and well-planned lessons in ESOL and functional skills, fostering an enriching learning environment.
• Develop assessments, marking student work in accordance with awarding body requirements and providing constructive feedback to support their learning progression.
• Utilise high-quality teaching materials and technology, including our virtual learning environment, to enhance independent learning.
• Maintain an inclusive and disciplined classroom atmosphere that encourages high expectations and personal growth.
• Use initial and continuous assessment strategies to inform lesson planning and support substantial learner progression.
• Actively participate in quality assurance processes, contributing to course reviews and self-assessment activities.
• Engage with the wider community through partnerships to enrich the learning experience and provide opportunities for personal development and wellbeing.

Criteria

• A PGCE/Cert Ed or equivalent teaching qualification
• ESOL Qualification (or related subject)
• Experience of teaching ESOL
• Ability to deliver high-quality teaching and learning
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in order to deliver individual and team objectives.
• Experience of designing and delivering content and/or learning materials within existing frameworks.

Please see the person specification for the full criteria

Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College

Why Join Hugh Baird College?

When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:

Generous holiday allowance Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays. Flexible Working We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees. Medicash Access to Medicash’s health plans are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.

Pension Scheme You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us. Professional Development We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth. Industrial Commercial Updates Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College. Reward and Recognition Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.

Lifestyle Fitness Gym You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym. Health and Wellbeing You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme. Travel You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking. Retail Discounts You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.

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