Cardiff and Vale College is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated History Lecturer to join our successful A Levels team.
This is an exciting opportunity to inspire learners through engaging and high-quality teaching, helping them develop a strong understanding of History whilst achieving their academic goals. Working within a supportive and ambitious department, you will play a key role in delivering an outstanding learning experience and supporting learners to fulfil their potential.
You will deliver high-quality A Level History lessons, planning engaging learning activities and assessing learner progress to support achievement and progression. You will create an inclusive learning environment that encourages curiosity, critical thinking and academic success.
The role includes lesson preparation, marking, assessment and tutorial support, alongside maintaining accurate learner records and contributing to curriculum development activities. You will also support wider departmental initiatives, participate in quality improvement activities and work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure positive learner outcomes.
You may also contribute to the delivery of personal tutorials, study skills, the Extended Project Qualification and other learner support activities as required.
You will be passionate about History and committed to delivering an exceptional learner experience.
You will hold a relevant degree and either possess a teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one. You will have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and engage learners from a range of backgrounds.
We are looking for someone who is innovative, enthusiastic and learner-focused, with a genuine commitment to supporting student achievement, wellbeing and progression. The ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to the College community is essential.
At Cardiff and Vale College, our learners are at the heart of everything we do. This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's largest and most successful colleges, working within a collaborative environment that values innovation, inclusion and continuous improvement.
You'll benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, supportive colleagues and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives and future aspirations of our learners.
This position is offered on a fixed-term basis, until July 2027
The closing date for completed applications is 23rd July 2026 at 11:59pm.
For full details of the role, responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job pack. To find out more about Cardiff and Vale College, visit www.cavc.ac.uk. If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the Recruitment Team at
[email protected].
Applications must be submitted using the Cardiff and Vale College application form. The College welcomes applications in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if you would like the interview and assessment process to be conducted in Welsh.
All vacancies are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Employment cannot commence until a satisfactory and up-to-date DBS check has been received. The College's Procedure for the Suitability of Ex-Offenders for Employment is available upon request.
Please note that some roles may require registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC). Where this applies, employment will be conditional upon obtaining and maintaining the appropriate registration.
Employment with Cardiff and Vale College is also subject to satisfactory references. Before employment can commence, the College must receive two references, one of which must be from your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted following appointment.
These checks form part of our pre-employment requirements and must be satisfactorily completed before employment can commence.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities and are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the learners and communities we serve.
We are committed to the recruitment, development and retention of disabled people and are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.
