Biology Associate Lecturer
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Sheffield, S2 2RL |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 20 Oct 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Experience of working in a teaching and learning environment or working in the industry related to the subject area
Delivery of teaching, training or development
Confident in the use of technology in teaching (interactive whiteboards etc.)
Good presentation skills
Ability to teach at the appropriate level and relate theory to practice
Level 2 English and Maths Qualification or Equivalent
Degree level qualification appropriate to the discipline being taught or equivalent professional experience
Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards
Knowledge of the discipline being taught
Aware of appropriate resources/tools which can enhance teaching
Ability to work to deadlines
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work creatively with young people and adults in a way that engages them in learning
Able to demonstrate good communication skills
What the college offers its staff
As the successful candidate, you will be offered an hourly rate of between £13.45 – £20.93, depending on the duties performed. Please note this is a zero hour contract.
Our benefits
• Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with NEST
• Annual leave - 20 Days (148 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
• Health and wellbeing, we offer:
• Employee assistance programme through Bupa
• Occupational Health through PAM
• Free eye tests for VDU users
• Free Parking is available at the majority of our campuses
Further details about the role
About The role
Working for our subsidiary company Sparks Teaching Services, please note that this is a Zero Hour contract.
The Sheffield College is a large, vibrant and diverse further education college and we are proud of how the college contributes to transforming lives through learning by meeting local skills needs.
As an Associate Lecturer you will provide support on a specified module or modules, including the preparation and delivery of Lectures, Workshops and Practical Sessions.
Main duties may include but not limited to:
• Formal scheduled delivery of learning and teaching
• Preparation of teaching materials
• Assessment and moderation
• Curriculum and assessment design as appropriate
• Responsibility for administration relevant to the post
• Student Support
• Independent Studies supervision
• Attendance at Meetings e.g. Programme Committees and Subject/Team Meetings
• Participation in Continuous Professional Development
• Participation in student monitoring and reporting, course review and evaluation process.
• Participation in quality assurance and controls procedure
If you want to find out more about the role please contact Sam Ainscough, Curriculum Manager at Sam.Ainscough@sheffcol.ac.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.