Lecturer - Uniformed Public Services


Company:	NCG
Salary:	£32,028 to £42,109 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7SA
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Oct 2026
Closing date:	11 Nov 2026

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Summary

Shape Futures. Change Lives. Become a Lecturer at NCG

At NCG, we believe education transforms lives. As one of the UK's leading college groups, we're committed to delivering exceptional learning experiences that help every learner achieve their goals-no matter where they start. Now is a great time to join our inclusive and supportive team.

Lecturer Opportunity

We're seeking a motivated and learner-focused Lecturer to join our college team. You'll teach across a range of programmes - delivering knowledge, building skills, and creating inclusive learning experiences. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact.

What you'll do:

Plan and deliver learning

Design and deliver inclusive, high-quality lessons.

Create engaging learning materials tailored to diverse learner needs.

Provide clear, constructive feedback to support learner progress.

Support learner development

Guide academic and personal development through tutorials and pastoral care.

Maintain accurate records of learner progress and engagement.

Enhance curriculum and quality

Keep course content current and aligned with industry standards.

Contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance processes.

Collaborate and uphold standards

Work with colleagues and external partners to enrich the learner experience.

Promote and uphold safeguarding, equality, and health and safety policies.

What we're looking for

You'll need:

A relevant subject qualification (e.g. degree or equivalent).

A recognised teaching qualification.

Level 2 English and Maths (e.g. GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent).

The ability to plan and deliver effective, inclusive teaching for diverse learners.

Knowledge of subject-specific pedagogy and current teaching practices in further or higher education.

Clear communication and strong organisational skills.

Confidence using digital tools to support learning.

A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and ongoing professional development.

Role Description

To plan, deliver and assess Level 2/3 Protective Services courses, helping students build the knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed to progress to further study or explore careers in the police, fire and rescue services, the armed forces and wider public services.

Key responsibilities include:

Plan and teach lessons in areas including outdoor expeditions, customer and team working, event planning, law, career planning, basic first aid, numeracy, and community and cultural awareness.

Use a range of teaching approaches, including practical activities, group work and discussion, guest speakers, and work-related learning.

Organise and supervise suitable practical activities and simulated scenarios, such as crime scene investigations, police-related scenarios and mock rescue exercises.

Assess learners through creative portfolios and observation of practical activities; give clear feedback and support learners to improve.

Help learners develop their English, maths, communication, teamwork, confidence and employability skills through relevant course activities.

Support students to explore public service careers and plan progression to Level 3 study in Uniformed Public Services or Policing.

Build links with employers and partners to support guest lectures, visits, work experience and community projects.

Contribute to enrichment activities, including outdoor trips, social action projects and workshops on issues affecting communities.

Monitor attendance, engagement, achievement and wellbeing, and provide appropriate academic and pastoral support.

Follow college policies and procedures, including those relating to safeguarding, health and safety, equality, inclusion and data protection.

Safeguarding

NCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All roles are subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with a check of the children's barred list, where applicable.

Why work with us?

At NCG, we're more than a group of colleges - we're a community of educators and professionals working together to make a difference. We're proud to be rated

'Good' by Ofsted, reflecting our commitment to high-quality teaching, learner support, and continuous improvement. We invest in our people, our facilities, and our communities - and we're proud to offer a supportive, inclusive environment where you can thrive.

Ready to apply?

If you're committed to inclusive education and want to help shape futures, we'd love to hear from you.

Employee Benefits

NCG is a great place to work, with a whole host of benefits such as:

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Student Discount

Government Pension Schemes

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

For more information, please see our website -

Our Benefits

NCG Values

Our values are not just about what we do, but also how we do things. Shaped by our colleagues, customers and learners, they set the standard of how we should behave, how we work together and give us the opportunity to make the right decisions based on the values we all share.

Being both inclusive and diverse

Trusting and respecting our communities

Taking ownership whilst working collaboratively

Inspiring excellence and curiosity

For further detail about our Values and Strategy, please visit our website -

Values and Strategy

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