Lecturer in Public Services
£27,432 - £31,771, depending on qualifications and experience
37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Thursday 8.30sm to 5pm, Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm (1 hour for lunch)
Bishop Burton College is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Lecturer in Public Services to inspire and prepare the next generation of public service professionals.
We are looking to attract current lecturers or trainers in public services from other FE colleges or training providers, as well as serving or recently retired professionals from the police, fire and rescue service, armed forces, prison service, probation service, or border force. Additionally, we welcome public sector workers in leadership, training, or community engagement roles who are interested in transitioning into education.
If you have a relevant degree, industry experience, and a commitment to motivating others, we want to hear from you — and if you don’t yet hold a teaching qualification, we will fully support you in obtaining one.
At Bishop Burton College, your skills and experience in the public services sector will make a lasting difference. This is more than a teaching role — it’s a chance to inspire and prepare the next generation of professionals for vital roles in the armed forces, emergency services, criminal justice, and local government. You’ll bring your real-world expertise into the classroom, helping students develop the discipline, resilience, and values needed to succeed.
Shortlisting for this role will be based solely on the information provided in the application form. CVs will not be considered during the shortlisting process. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification.
For the Vacancy Pack and Person Specification please click here.
If you are viewing this vacancy from an external jobs board please visit Bishop Burton/Riseholme College website, scroll to the bottom and select 'Work for Us'.
Bishop Burton College promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.
Benefits
In addition to working in a beautiful rural environment, you will benefit from the following:
- Teachers Pension Scheme This is a defined benefit scheme with generous employer contributions
- 50 days leave including 35 days annual leave, concessionary days and bank holidays , all leave is pro-rata for staff employed on a part-time contract
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free car parking
- A range of on-site catering facilities
- Optional health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership at the on-site gym
- Dedicated health and wellbeing programme
- Career development opportunities
- Free will writing service
- Generous sick pay and compassionate leave scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
- Free eye tests
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The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the points-based system.
If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at human.resources@bishopburton.ac.uk or telephone 01964 553167.
Closing date: Sunday 31st August 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 10th September
