Lecturer in Foundation Learning – Fixed- Term (on-site)
Within the range £27,702 to £41,892 per annum, pro rata
*Starting salary subject to college salary assessment process
Working 17.5 hours per a week equates to £13,851 to £20,946 per annum.
17.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year fixed-term until 30th June 2026

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer to join the Foundation Learning team at Suffolk New College. Being a specialist in inclusion, the successful candidate will have the ability to teach across a range of subjects alongside a thorough understanding and experience of working with young people with a diverse range of inclusion needs, including learning difficulties and disabilities.

Working alongside the Head of Foundation and Inclusive Learning and colleagues within the team, the post-holder will be pro-actively involved in the day-to-day planning, teaching, organisation and development of the Foundation Learning Programmes.

You should have a good standard of education including maths and English at level 2 or equivalent, a relevant degree or professional qualification and a teaching qualification or a commitment to obtaining one within a specified time after commencement of employment.

Suffolk New College takes great pride in supporting all of our learners to achieve. Our learners engage with a wide range of projects that not only support the community but also are reflective of their end destination, whether that involves preparing for higher education, work or independence. It is our mission to ensure the learners have an exceptional learning experience and have the opportunity to fulfil their dreams.

Suffolk New College is a multi campus site therefore you may be required to work at and travel between campuses.

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it’s a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.

For further information, please visit www.suffolk.ac.uk 

Closing date: Thursday 19th February 2026 at Midnight

Interview date: Friday 27th February 2026

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria.  All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

We do not recognise any agencies or search agencies acting on our behalf unless they have been officially engaged. Applicants should apply to us directly and not be persuaded to go via an agency.

The college will not recognise any agency fees for recruitment activities unless an active engagement linked to a specific role has been agreed.

The college will not pay fees associated with CVs or applicants who are sent to the college via agencies on a speculative basis or in response to college adverts.

Agencies should refrain from sending CVs to anyone working for the college on a speculative basis. The college will make approaches to agencies via our HR team if we feel that we need assistance with a post.