Job Description

Salary

26,540- 41,674 per annum

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full Time - All Year

Region

Permanent

Package

On Site Gym
Parking
Local Government Pension Scheme
Staff Discounts
Cycle to work

Job category/type

Lecturer

Date posted

09/10/2025

Job reference

REQ001732

Job Title: MGL ESOL 2.7 Foundation

Location: Hall Green, can be required to work in any campus

Contract Type: Full Time 37 Hours

Closing Date: 24th October 2025

Interview Date: 10th November 2025

We are looking to hire MGL ESOL 2.7 Foundation at our Hall Green Campus on the full time permanent contract.

Aims of Job/Job Purpose

The role of Main Grade Lecturer (MGL) at South & City College Birmingham is to support the College's aims, objectives and mission statement to provide quality education and training in response to local needs.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

Required to teach English Language (ESOL) courses from Pre Entry up to the equivalent of Level 2, initially. This may include teaching young learners and/or Job Centre groups. Responsible for planning and managing lessons and learning programmes which will include curriculum development and regular review meetings Carry out assessments including initial advice and guidance interviews, initial and diagnostic assessments, referral for additional support and support students to progress onto further learning or into employment. Assign homework and provide timely feedback on the learning experience, carry out/invigilate summative assessments as required by the college Work with students to set targets for individual progress towards short- and long-term goals Act as a course leader/personal tutor providing learners with academic support, meeting their vocational and educational needs. Be responsible for classroom management including monitoring attendance, punctuality and student behavior. Responsible for the management and tracking of the student progress to include administering all paperwork related to individual targets, tutoring courses and groups, achieving and maintaining group size targets and referring for additional support where required. Ensure timely and accurate completion of course registers. Liaise with parents/guardians, mentors/social workers, schools/JCP and other organizations about student attendance and achievements, where appropriate Participate in completing and maintaining appropriate internal and external quality assurance standards Promote equality and diversity and safeguard learners Contribute towards enrichment programmes, work placements and educational visits to enhance the learning experience. Ensure "In Attendance" time is carried out to meet the needs of the students' and faculty priorities Work with the Quality team and curriculum Faculty to monitor, evaluate and improve the effectiveness of learning, through attendance at professional development training and including compliance with the lesson and peer observations Be available to cover for colleagues in line with contractual arrangements and, where agreed, provide support and guidance as a mentor to new staff or student teachers Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as directed and required, commensurate with the grade of the post and prescribed in the MGL contract of employment.

It is the responsibility of all MGLs;

to contribute to the college achieving its strategic aims.

to carry out duties regarding the writing and submitting of School SARs.

to understand and apply the college's relevant policies, procedures and practices.

Carry out duties regarding recruitment, enrolment, admissions, open days and any other promotional/marketing events in line with the contract and guidelines.

to meet the professional requirements by working within a professional value base and conforming to agreed codes of professional practice and conduct.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Comply with college policies, procedures and health and safety regulations.

Support the safeguarding and promotion of students' welfare.

Maintain confidentiality in relation to all college information and comply with Data Protection Legislation.

Participate in the college's Appraisal Scheme and undertake any Continuous Professional Development training, self-directed/directed, to develop innovative teaching and learning techniques and strategies.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Characteristic

Essential

Desirable

Evidence

Certificate in Education, PGCE, DTLLS, PTLLS or equivalent qualification which includes substantial teaching experience and observation


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Have a subject related degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification


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Have or be working towards a subject specialist qualification or CELTA at Level 5 in ESOL or Literacy


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Have experience of teaching English (ESOL) from Pre Entry and up to and including Level 2 preferably in an FE or related setting


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Ability to teach introductory levels of numeracy, employability, or a vocational subject as an additional subject


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Demonstrable experience of using ILT in teaching and ability to help students develop IT skills


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Experience of working successfully with a wide range of students including young people and adults.


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Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and demonstrate presentation skills


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Demonstrable teaching skills and experience to a good standard


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Experience of working successfully as part of a team


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Demonstrable numeracy and literacy skills (to level 2 or equivalent)


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Good IT skills to include Microsoft Office packages and a range of student monitoring, tracking and administrative systems


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Demonstrable record of achievement against aims, objectives and targets


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Demonstrable record of working flexibly and using own initiative


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Demonstrable administrative and organizational skills


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The for this role has been attached, please refer to this for a more detailed information of this role a

bout South and City College Birmingham's.

We are one of the largest further education providers in the UK, with eight campuses across the city. We are committed to ensuring students have the relevant skills, qualifications and experience for their future, whether that is to seek employment or continue their education.

Our vision is to be recognised as an outstanding educational and economical resource by, providing outstanding education, training that is primarily vocational in response to the needs of the learners, employers and other key stakeholders.

At South and City College Birmingham, equality, diversity and inclusion are integral to who we are and what we do. We are firmly committed to promoting and imbedding the key principles for all within our institution, from our learners to our staff, governors, employers, visitors and contractors.

For further details about the role and how to apply:

Specified in the , please contact the People Services team by email to peopleservices@sccb.ac.uk

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks. including, enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.

All applicants will be required to provide a minimum of two suitable references covering a 5-year period.

An online search will also be carried out as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are employers cannot take them into account.

Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of learners.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role