# Lecturer in Employability Skills at Sandwell

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## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Sandwell](https://alderhq.app/companies/sandwell)
- Location text: Sandwell College, West Midlands
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Location unclear (evidence: "Location: Sandwell College, West Midlands")
- Posted: already open when tracking began; date unknown
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-08
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- Apply on the employer's site: https://sandwell.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/fb271fb6-89e1-49f6-899e-b8efbc1034a7

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: £27k–£49k per year (from the listing's pay field)

## Description (the employer's text)

We are excited to be recruiting a dedicated and inspiring NEET Employability Lecturer to join our team at Sandwell College. Reporting to the Head of Section / Programme Lead, this fixed-term, part-time position is ideal for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about planning, delivering and assessing engaging employability and work-skills programmes that help young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) to re-engage and progress into education, employment or training.

### Responsibilities

- Plan and deliver inclusive employability, work-readiness and personal development sessions
- Assess learner progress, give constructive feedback and maintain accurate learner records
- Provide one-to-one mentoring and tailored support to remove barriers to learning
- Monitor attendance, behaviour and wellbeing, intervening early to improve retention
- Embed English, maths, ICT and practical workplace skills into learning
- Work with colleagues, families and external partners to support learners’ progression back into Sandwell College and to safeguard learners
### Skills

- A Level 3 teaching/training qualification (or equivalent) and relevant English and maths qualifications
- A Level 3 assessor qualification, or a willingness to work towards one
- Experience of delivering employability or vocational training, and of supporting NEET or disengaged young people
- Experience of planning lessons, assessing learner progress, and providing one-to-one and small-group interventions
- Experience of teaching Functional Skills English, maths or ICT, and of working with parents/carers and external agencies, would be an advantage
- Strong communication and learner-engagement skills, with the ability to motivate learners and build their confidence
- Effective behaviour management and inclusive practice, adapting your teaching to individual needs
- Good organisation, record-keeping and IT skills, with the ability to track attendance and learner progress
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.

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