Vacancy | Lecturer in Public Services
| Title | Lecturer in Public Services |
| Hours | 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum |
| Salary | Between £32,916 and £42,281 per annum FTE |
| Organisation | Chelmsford College |
| Closing Date | 22/02/2026 |
| Job Description | Download Job Description Document |
| Person Specification | Download Person Specification Document |
| Description | Shape futures. Inspire ambition. Make a difference.
At Chelmsford College, we are committed to helping learners of all ages reach their full potential & build positive futures for themselves & their communities. Our staff play a vital role in this mission, bringing real-world experience, passion, creativity & care into the classroom every day.
In return, we invest in our people—offering the freedom to teach in a way that suits you, the support to thrive professionally, & opportunities to grow & shape your career within a dynamic Further Education environment.
The role
We are seeking a motivated & inspirational Lecturer in Uniformed Protective Services to join our team on a full-time, fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. You will deliver Level 1 to Level 3 accredited qualifications within the Public Services curriculum, working with 16–18 learners & 19+ adult cohorts.
This role is ideal for someone with a background in the Armed Forces or Uniformed Services (Army, RAF, Navy or similar), alongside a strong sport or physical training background, who is passionate about developing discipline, leadership, resilience & teamwork in young people.
You will be responsible for planning & delivering engaging lessons, assessing learner progress, & preparing students for progression into employment, higher education, or further training within the uniformed services sector.
Who we need
We are looking for a professional, confident & enthusiastic lecturer who:
•Has experience of teaching, learning & assessment within a Further Education setting
•Has knowledge & understanding of working with 16–18 year olds & adult learners
•Is passionate about the Uniformed Protective Services & learner achievement
•Can inspire students through engaging, innovative & inclusive teaching
What you will bring
For this role, you will:
•Hold a minimum Level 3 Public Services qualification
•Have a background in the Uniformed Services (Army, RAF, Navy or similar) – desirable
•Bring a sport or physical training background, supporting fitness, leadership & teamwork
•Have experience delivering to 16–18 & 19+ learners within the FE sector
•Be able to create & deliver outstanding teaching, learning & assessment
•Be committed to ensuring all learners make excellent progress
•Be adaptable & able to work effectively in a demanding & changing environment
•Demonstrate current knowledge & use of digital technologies in teaching & assessment
•Hold, or be willing to work towards, a Level 5 teaching qualification (e.g. Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent)
Why Chelmsford College?
•Be part of a learner-focused organisation making a real impact
•Join a supportive & experienced teaching team
•Access professional development & career progression opportunities
•Teach in an environment that values innovation, collaboration & staff wellbeing
If you are passionate about Public Services education & committed to inspiring learners to achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference while developing your career within a forward-thinking & inclusive college.
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Apply
If you would like to apply for employment within the Chelmsford College Group, please complete the online application form.
Online Application for Employment
PLEASE NOTE You may wish to download the example forms, and explanatory notes, using the link below in order to prepare the information you will be asked to submit. The online application process has to be completed in one go and without undue delay. In particular, you are advised to prepare your Supporting Statement of up to 4000 characters in another application before you start.
If you require help making your application please contact the Human Resource Department on 01245 293018 or email employment@chelmsford.ac.uk.
Contact
Please use the below contact details if you would like to contact us directly about employment opportunities.
Human Resource DepartmentChelmsford College
Moulsham Street Campus
Chelmsford
CM2 0JQ
Tel: 01245 293018
Tel: 01245 490486 (24 hour answer phone)
Fax: 01245 266908
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