ESOL Lecturer and ESOL Lecturer, Community - Two fixed term roles until June 2027

Application Deadline: 20 September 2026

Department: ESOL

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Glasgow

Compensation: £43,402 - £52,247 / year

Description

• Teaching and Assessment: Planning and delivering engaging, inclusive learning sessions, together with effective assessment and feedback to support learner progress and achievement.
• Curriculum Development: Contributing to the development, review and enhancement of curriculum content, learning resources and teaching approaches to meet learners’ needs and curriculum requirements.
• Quality and Standards: Contributing to the maintenance and continuous improvement of high standards of teaching, learning and assessment, in line with organisational policies and quality assurance requirements.
• Student Support: Providing appropriate academic and pastoral support to learners, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their educational goals.
• Continuing Professional Development: Engaging actively in continuing professional development to enhance subject knowledge, teaching practice and professional effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain positive, collaborative and supportive working relationships with the Curriculum Manager, colleagues and external partners to contribute to the delivery of an outstanding learning and teaching experience.
• Provide timely, appropriate and learner-centred advice, guidance and support to students, promoting their engagement, progression, achievement and wellbeing.
• Participate actively and constructively in relevant meetings, committees, working groups and other forums, contributing professional expertise and supporting effective decision-making.
• Develop and sustain productive partnerships with employers, schools, universities and other relevant stakeholders to strengthen curriculum provision, enhance learner opportunities and support progression.
• Provide appropriate specialist advice and guidance on health and safety, equipment, resources and other matters relating to the curriculum area, ensuring compliance with relevant policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

• Contribute proactively and professionally as a member of the Curriculum Team, providing specialist expertise, constructive challenge and informed advice while promoting a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and high professional standards.
• Lead and contribute to projects, initiatives and improvement activities as directed by the line manager, ensuring agreed objectives, outcomes and timescales are achieved.
• Build and maintain effective internal and external partnerships, promoting collaboration, sharing good practice and identifying opportunities to enhance the quality and impact of curriculum provision.
• Maintain current and relevant knowledge of developments within the sector, including emerging trends, policy changes, legislation, qualifications and good practice, and consider their implications for the College’s current provision and future strategic direction.
• Ensure full awareness of, and compliance with, all College policies, procedures, regulations and professional standards relevant to the role.
• Actively promote and embed equality, diversity, inclusion and respect across all aspects of College life, ensuring that learners, staff and partners are treated fairly, equitably and with dignity.
• Champion the College’s ethos, values and strategic priorities, acting as a positive role model and contributing to an inclusive, supportive and high-performing culture for both staff and students.
• Provide appropriate leadership, guidance and support to colleagues where required, encouraging continuous professional development, effective performance and the sharing of knowledge and good practice.
• Contribute meaningfully to self-evaluation, quality assurance and continuous improvement activities within the curriculum area, using evidence and feedback to identify strengths, address areas for development and enhance outcomes.
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professional integrity when handling information relating to learners, staff, partners and other sensitive College matters.
• Understand and fulfil all responsibilities associated with the College’s regulatory, statutory and legal obligations as both an education provider and employer, including requirements under the Data Protection Act, UK GDPR and Freedom of Information Act.
• Ensure that any actual or suspected loss, unauthorised disclosure or unlawful processing of personal data is reported promptly and managed in accordance with the College’s Data Protection Policy and established procedures.
• Promote and maintain a safe, healthy and supportive learning and working environment by exercising appropriate duty of care for personal health and safety and that of students, colleagues, visitors and other individuals who may be affected by College activities.
• Complete all mandatory, statutory and role-specific training within the required timescales, including training relating to health and safety, equality, diversity, safeguarding, data protection and other relevant areas.
• Undertake any other duties and responsibilities that are reasonably commensurate with the level and nature of the post, as directed by the Principal or Vice Principal.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Educated to a minimum of HND, SCQF Level 8;
• CELTA (or equivalent)
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development

• Teaching Qualification in Further Education
• DELTA / MSc TESOL (or equivalent) 

• Demonstrable knowledge of
• Further Education in Scotland
• National priorities for education
• The skills priorities locally

• Ability to provide engaging, inclusive and high-quality learning and assessment opportunities that meet diverse learning needs
• Contribute to the development of curriculum delivery
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders
• Ability to initiate innovation and promote change
• Ability to plan effective and responsive curriculum
• Ability to undertake partnership work and raise the College’s profile externally

• Extensive experience of delivering ESOL classes (Essential)
• Current/recent teaching experience (Essential)
• Experience of English language teaching in a variety of contexts
• Experience of delivering ESOL in a Further Education context
• Experience of working with refugees and asylum seekers
• Experience of delivering SQA ESOL units/courses

Benefits

• Generous Pension Scheme – Access to a competitive pension scheme to help you plan confidently for your future.
• Professional Development Review – A structured review process to support continuous professional and personal development, helping you identify and achieve your career goals.
• Learning and Development Opportunities – Access to an extensive programme of staff development opportunities, training, workshops and events designed to enhance your skills, support your role and encourage career progression.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Support for sustainable travel through access to the Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Mileage Allowance – Reclaim eligible mileage expenses incurred when travelling on College business.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Access to a confidential, 24-hour support service providing advice and assistance on a range of personal, emotional, financial and wellbeing matters.
• Flexible and Family-Friendly Working – A range of flexible working arrangements and enhanced family-friendly provisions, including maternity, paternity, parental and adoption leave.
• Enhanced Sick Pay – Enhanced sick pay provision designed to provide additional support during periods of illness.
• Health and Wellbeing – A wide range of initiatives and activities designed to promote positive health and wellbeing, including access to sports facilities, fitness activities and other opportunities to support a healthy lifestyle.