Functional Skills English Lecturer

Functional Skills English Lecturer Location: Kidderminster
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary
Duration: Initially 12 Weeks
Start Date: End of August 2026
Salary: Up to £35 per hour (inclusive of statutory holiday pay)

The Supply Register is recruiting on behalf of a Further Education College in Kidderminster for a Functional Skills English Lecturer to join their team on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced English Lecturer to support learners across a range of study programmes, delivering high-quality Functional Skills English provision and helping students develop the literacy, communication and employability skills required for further study, employment and everyday life.

The role is initially for a 12-week period, with the potential for extension depending on business needs.

Key Responsibilities • Deliver engaging and effective Functional Skills English lessons to learners at varying levels.

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality learning activities that support student achievement.


• Assess, monitor and record learner progress, providing timely and constructive feedback.


• Support learners to develop their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.


• Prepare students for Functional Skills examinations and assessments.


• Maintain accurate records and contribute to quality assurance and curriculum development activities.


• Participate in team meetings and departmental activities as required.

Essential Requirements • A relevant qualification in English, English Language, English Literature or a related subject.

• Previous experience teaching Functional Skills English within a Further Education, Adult Education or similar setting.


• Strong knowledge of the Functional Skills English curriculum and assessment requirements.


• Excellent communication, organisational and classroom management skills.


• A passion for supporting learners to achieve their educational goals.

Desirable Requirements • A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS or equivalent).

• Experience delivering GCSE English Language resit programmes.


• Previous experience working within a Further Education College environment.


• Experience supporting learners with diverse learning needs and abilities.

Safeguarding Requirements The successful candidate must hold a current Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the DBS Update Service, or be willing to obtain one prior to commencement of employment. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory safeguarding and compliance checks.

What We Offer • Competitive hourly rate of up to £35 per hour, inclusive of statutory holiday pay.

• Full-time timetable.


• Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative curriculum team.


• Potential for the assignment to be extended beyond the initial 12-week period.

If you are passionate about helping learners develop essential English and communication skills and achieve positive outcomes, we would be pleased to hear from you.

How to Apply To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click Apply Now and submit your CV.

For a confidential discussion or to find out more about the role, please contact:

Ruth Sprawson
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Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and early applications are encouraged.

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