Permanent, Part Time (0.5)

We are now seeking a Lecturer / Assessor to teach, train and assess students on College Beauty programmes within the curriculum, up to Level 5 courses. Providing relevant student support, you will carry out assessment, evaluation and other administrative duties relating to the post and embed the development of Employability Skills alongside English and Maths in all teaching practices.

We're looking for someone who has experience of teaching, training and assessing in Beauty and who can communicate effectively at a level appropriate to the students and in a way that recognises their different learning needs and abilities. You will possess recognised assessor awards (TDLB D32/33 or A1 and V1) and a minimum Level 3 teaching qualification or demonstrate a commitment to undertaking staff development to attain this standard. You will have a clear understanding of the changing further education agenda and its implications for the delivery and promotion of learning.

Closing date for the return of completed applications is 26th February 2026.

The benefits package includes generous annual leave of 37 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year as well as an additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees' physical and mental health. There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. The benefits package will be pro-rated for part time staff.

As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London's largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students' success at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to achieve and progress.