Overview

Sessional Teacher - Salary: £20.54 - £31.71 per hour (dependent upon course length, course level and teaching qualification status) - Fixed Term for 12 months

Havering Adult College

About the Job

The role includes teaching non-accredited, Level 1 and Level 2 Business courses via online and in-person delivery. Exact course dates/times can be negotiated, but generally take place during the daytime or evening.

You will prepare and deliver teaching and learning that meets the individual needs of the learners and help them develop their skills, knowledge, and understanding. You will assess and provide meaningful and developmental feedback to learners as required. You will deliver Pre-Course Interviews to ensure learners are enrolled in the right class at the right level. You will ensure assessment records are kept up-to-date and targets are met. You must have the ability to take initiative and the ability to research, produce, and use teaching resources to maintain high standards of learning in different environments including the use of e-learning, the last of which is essential. It is also essential that you have a desire to develop and use new methods of teaching and learning to engage and motivate your learners.

Successful candidates will have an understanding of Equality and Diversity, and an appreciation of the requirements of teachers under the Safeguarding of Children & Vulnerable Adults regulations.

Successful applicants will be responsible for their own travel to and from the delivery centres.

About You

Desirable:

• Some experience of teaching or training
• Qualified to at least Level 5 in the desired subject (Business or similar)
• Level 4 Teaching qualification or willingness to undertake this (provided as free CPD training to successful candidates)

Essential:

• GCSE A*-C English and Mathematics qualifications (or equivalent)
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing workload
• Secure knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Reward and Benefits

• Teaching rate £20.54 - £31.71 per hour (dependent upon course length, course level and teaching qualification status)
• We offer a range of courses as part of your professional development
• Level 3 Award in Education and Training
• Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
• Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement
• Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
• Havering Rewards - Great saving on your favourite brands online and in store

How to Apply

• Make sure you answer all the sections fully and evidence how you meet the competencies for the post.
• Please make explicit reference to your relevant qualifications and experience in teaching adults, if any.
• Choose referees who can comment on your teaching abilities or professional competency, such as a line manager.
• Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than two A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role.

Do not attach a CV as this will not be considered.

All applications must be made online. The closing date for the receipt of applications is 10 October 2025; however, interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

You will be notified only if your application has been successful. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing Monday 13 October 2025.

Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770.

If you have any questions about the post, please contact Matthew Hughes at matthew.hughes@havering.gov.uk.

Please view the Job Profile here.

Additional Information

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