Central Saint Michael’s Sixth Form is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Lecturer in Media Studies to join us on a part time, permanent basis working 15 hours a week to inspire and motivate students, develop engaging learning experiences and support learners in achieving their full potential.

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed educator to contribute to curriculum development, deliver high-quality teaching and help create a positive and supportive learning environment for students.

Responsibilities

Deliver teaching programmes in line with departmental requirements and your agreed teaching timetable
Contribute to curriculum development, planning and the continuous improvement of teaching and learning
Develop engaging teaching materials and use multimedia resources and Information Learning Technology (ILT) to enhance the student learning experience
Take responsibility for courses, course tutorship and personal tutoring
Monitor student progress and contribute to effective student support systems
Maintain accurate academic and administrative records
Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of course delivery
Support the development and expansion of learning provision

Skills

A degree and/or appropriate professional qualification relevant to the department
A Certificate in Education or Level 5 Teaching Qualification
Experience of excellent teaching and learning practice
Experience of preparing and evaluating appropriate learning materials
Experience of delivering relevant qualifications
Experience of internal verification/moderation

Teaching Qualifications & Salary Banding

To be eligible for our Qualified Lecturer salary banding (£32,538 - £49,220), you must hold one of the following teaching qualifications:

✅ Accepted Qualifications:

DTTLS (Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
Certificate in Education
PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
ProfGCE (Professional Graduate Certificate in Education)
DET (Diploma in Education and Training)
DiT (Diploma in Teaching) – if for a vocational subject

If you do not hold one of the above qualifications, you will fall into our Unqualified Lecturer salary banding (£27,248 - £30,658).

❌ Not Accepted as Stand Alone Qualifications:

PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
CTLLS (Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)
SFHEA (Senior Fellowship)
Masters in Education
TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)

If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please get in touch.

Benefits

✅ Top-Tier Salaries – We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around

🏖 Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas – because work-life balance is essential

🚀 Fast-Track Your Career – Take advantage of dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed

🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute

💆‍♀️ Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services – Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more

🏋 Fitness Perks – Enjoy our college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best

💰 Generous Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles

🛍 Retail & Travel Discounts – Unlock exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount

📜 Free Will Writing – We’ve got your back with professional support for your future planning

💉 Free Flu Vaccine – Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you

🧘 Wellbeing Support – Access confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support your mental and emotional health

🏆 We Celebrate You! – We recognise and appreciate your hard work with awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year.