Main Grade Lecturer - Science

Are you a science specialist who is passionate about inspiring learners and finding new ways to make your subject come alive? Do you want to join a department that is genuinely growing, genuinely ambitious and genuinely committed to doing things differently? If so, we think you will feel right at home here. As our new Science Lecturer, you will deliver high-quality, engaging teaching across science programmes from Level 1 to Level 3, covering both practical and theory elements across BTEC, T Levels and other programmes. You will work closely with fellow science lecturers and our science technicians to give learners the best possible experience and help them achieve their potential, whether they are progressing to higher education, employment or further study within the college. This is a department at an exciting point of development. The team is growing its student cohort and its programme offer, and is actively developing innovative new approaches to delivery, including making use of a dedicated immersive room that creates genuinely distinctive learning experiences for science students. There are also real opportunities to take on broader responsibilities as the department grows, including course leadership and IQA roles, for those who want them. About Barnet and Southgate College We change lives, empower individuals and connect communities. We are an ambitious, forward-thinking further education college in North London, proud to serve diverse communities across Barnet, Southgate and beyond. Our 2030 Vision is bold: to be a leading provider of learning and skills development, fostering exceptional educational experiences, driven by innovation, collaboration and excellence. Our Science department at Southgate is a positive, supportive and collaborative team that is expanding in size and ambition. You will be joining colleagues who invest in each other, share ideas freely and are genuinely focused on learner success. The department's use of immersive technology to enhance science delivery is just one example of its commitment to innovation, and the growing team means there are real opportunities to develop your career beyond the classroom if you want to. What You'll Be Doing Here is a flavour of what you will be getting involved in: * Inspiring teaching: Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality, engaging science lessons across BTEC, T Level and other programmes at Levels 1 to 3, including both practical and theory sessions. * Innovative delivery: Contribute to the development of new and creative approaches to teaching and learning, including making use of the department's immersive room to offer learners a distinctive and exciting programme of study. * Learner success: Track learner progress, maintain accurate records and submit required data promptly, supporting learners to meet assessment deadlines and achieve strong outcomes. * Curriculum development: Contribute to the science team by developing new curriculum materials, liaising with part-time colleagues and attending team meetings. * Pastoral support: Act as personal tutor to a group of students, attend course tutor meetings and keep parents and guardians informed about learning, behaviour, safeguarding and other key matters. * Professional development: Engage in CPD, including industrial placement opportunities where appropriate, to keep your subject knowledge current and enhance your teaching practice. * Wider contribution: Liaise with colleagues, management and external stakeholders, and contribute to the department's continued growth and improvement. What You'll Bring We are looking for an enthusiastic science specialist with a flexible, innovative approach and a genuine commitment to learner success. Essential * A relevant subject degree in a science discipline * A PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification * Recent, successful experience of teaching T Levels and/or BTEC across a range of levels and age groups * Experience of and commitment to working with students from a diversity of backgrounds and with a range of abilities * A flexible approach to teaching methods, with an innovative and enthusiastic attitude to the subjects you teach * Proven classroom management and administrative skills * Strong written and oral communication skills, including the empathic skills needed to work effectively as a course tutor * Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and under pressure to meet deadlines * Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding Even Better If You Have... * Knowledge of chemistry, physics and biology to Level 4 or above * Experience of curriculum development * Ability to make effective and innovative use of technology to enhance teaching and learning, including digital and immersive tools * Experience of or interest in taking on course leadership or IQA responsibilities Potential Interview Dates Week commencing 8th June 2026. Our Employee Pledge The College offers employees a generous holiday allowance of 55 days annual leave for our academic staff plus bank holidays. Pro Rata'd for part time employees. We also offer an attractive package of optional benefits for employees to take advantage of - please see below a list of our current staff benefits available at the College. Other benefits include: * Taking Teaching Further (National initiative): An early career support package would be available for eligible successful candidates to support new Teachers in all T Level pathway subjects and Maths, English and SEND subjects. * Targeted Retention payments for FE Teachers: Targeted retention payments are available for eligible successful candidates in specific subjects. * Annual Season Ticket Loans: We offer permanent or contract staff with a minimum of a 12 month contract the option to purchase an annual season ticket loan without the big financial hit in one go! A season ticket loan will spread the cost over the course of a year by using the salary sacrifice scheme, this helps with your finances and is paid back monthly through your salary. * Cycle to Work Scheme: The scheme is an incentive for staff, offering tax free bikes through bike shops and is run by Cyclescheme Ltd. You can get a tax-free bike, which for most people means they save around 32% of the cost for a new bike! * Employee Support Helpline: The Employee Assistance Helpline can be contacted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They provide you and your family with counselling and advice, covering a variety of personal or workplace issues. It is free to use and all calls are confidential. * Eye Tests for DSE Users: The College will refund the cost of regular eye tests for staff that use Display Screen Equipment regularly as part of their duties. * Flu vouchers: We offer established staff a free flu vaccination voucher to take to a large range of local high street pharmacies. * Gym Facilities: Our Sports Centre at Southgate Campus is available for all staff with cardio, strength and conditioning equipment. The 2-floor gym is free for members of staff to use Monday to Friday within term time. * Hair Salon Services and Beauty Treatments: A range of competitively-priced hairdressing services are accessible at our Colindale Campus. Regularly providing special staff offers which is convenient during lunch hours or after work. * High Street Discounts: Discount for teachers is a shopping benefits website for staff which gives access to fantastic savings on leading retail brands, plus lots of great special offers! We also have staff discount available with local high street stores within walking distance of our three main campuses