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Hourly Paid Lecturer in Science

Job details
Posting date: 15 August 2025
Salary: £32.46 to £35.18 per year
Additional salary information: Depending on qualifications and expertise.
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 31 August 2025
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: West Herts College
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 3079W

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Summary

An exciting opportunity at has arisen within the Science team at our Watford Campus for an Hourly Paid Lecturer on a fixed term basis.


West Herts College is a Further and Higher Education College, we are dedicated to student success and achievement - working closely with our stakeholders and local employers, striving for continuous improvement and higher standards for the benefit of the whole community. We aim to do the ordinary things extraordinarily well.


We are looking for a passionate person to join our forward-thinking team, teaching on our Science courses ranging from BTEC Level 2 to Level 3. There may also be opportunities to deliver on our Extended Science Degree.


Our FE provision includes Applied Science, Forensic Science and Psychology/Criminal Investigation courses.


The successful candidate will join a dynamic, strong team within a department where everyone is expected to maintain their current high levels of performance. Teaching hours can be negotiated based on availability and subject specialisms.


Teaching experience and a broad science knowledge would be desirable although we are keen to hear from anyone with the right skills, in particular those with a Physics and Chemistry background. We offer a supportive culture which offers excellent CPD opportunities.


You will have an ability to promote, support and embed English and Maths skills within planning and delivery of all teaching. You should also be committed to providing prompt, detailed assessment of student work with experience of personal tutoring including target setting.


You’ll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you’ll be actively encouraged to upskill.


We have a free on site gym at our Watford Campus and you can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.


The closing date for applications is Sunday 31st August 2025.


For more information, please contact Human Resources on 01923 812333, or by e-mailing jobs@westherts.ac.uk.


WHC Group is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for this role, please contact the Human Resources department.

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