Job Description

Employer
Coventry College
Location
Coventry, West Midlands
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Salary
21,772 to 31,996 (Pro-rated) per annum
Posted
7th July 2025
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
28th July 2025 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Permanent
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Job ID
1498108
Job Reference
CovCollege0115
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Contract Type :Permanent Job ID: 1498108

Job Title: Lecturer Psychology (Maternity Cover)

Location: Coventry College

Contract Type: Part-Time (3.5 days per week) Maternity Cover

Hours per Week: 26 per week (0.7 contract)

Salary: 21,772 to 31,996 (Pro-rated) per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience) 31,103 to 45,709 per annum FTE

This salary is effective from 01/08/25

About Us

Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we've been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow--strengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle tech, construction, and digital skills, ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Lecturer to join our team, delivering high-quality teaching, learning and assessment to support our learners in achieving their full potential. You'll play a key role in designing and delivering engaging, inclusive lessons that meet curriculum standards and reflect industry needs.



An exciting opportunity has become available in the Science & Access to Higher Education team at Coventry College. We are looking for an inspiring and innovative lecturer in Social Sciences.



Successful applicants must have relevant vocational experience and demonstrate their ability to be able to teach across a range applied Social science units at 3. The role will mostly be teaching Psychology and Criminology alongside other study programme components including Academic Study Skills. Ideally, you will also have the skills and expertise to deliver across a diverse curriculum.



The ideal candidate will have taught Criminal and Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, Behaviourism and Memory Processes before. Ideally the candidate will hold or be working towards a professional teaching qualification and have delivery experience and a passion for delivering innovative, interactive sessions as well as acting as a Course Tutor to provide support, inspiration and guidance to our learners.



If you are a team player with a flexible approach, are committed to excellence and are able to inspire learners to succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

Must-Have:

Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in Social Science Hold a Level 2 qualification in English & Maths Hold a relevant teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one

Nice-to-Have:

Experience of teaching Social Science subjects up to level 3 as a minimum within a teaching/training environment Ability to use effectively within own teaching practice a range of teaching and learning methods, including Assessment for Learning, Blended Learning and Information Learning Technology

What we offer

Free on-site parking, including EV charging points Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (TPS) Generous annual leave entitlement Access to continued professional development and training opportunities Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC) On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements A supportive, inclusive working environment

How to Apply

To apply, please complete our online application form, which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required.

Safeguarding

We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the College community. We value our diverse College community and are actively committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of college life and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.



As part of our shortlisting process, you will be asked to complete a self-declaration of your criminal record or information which may make you unsuitable to work with children, in addition we carry out an online search to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online.



The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.