We are seeking an outstanding and committed individual to join our team to deliver A Level Biology or A Level Environmental Science. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious team where high expectations and strong relationships are the norm.
The successful candidate will have the ability to engage, motivate and challenge students of all abilities, helping them to develop both a deep understanding within their specialist subject. Our lecturers play a vital role in supporting students to achieve high grades at A Level, while also fostering critical thinking, confidence and a curiosity about the world beyond the classroom.
You will hold a relevant qualification in biology, environmental science or a closely related subject and be keen to share your subject knowledge in a dynamic and accessible way. Teaching experience is desirable but not essential; we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds including those who are at the start of their teaching career or are considering a move into teaching.
The post is will be suitable for a specialist in either Biology or Environmental Science, although we will be happy to receive applications from candidates who are able to offer both subjects.
Why join us?
At Furness College, our vision is: To be the provider of choice for education, skills and training. Our values are what drive us each day, they shape all of our decisions.
These values are:
- Learner First: We place learners at the centre of everything we do.
- Excellence: We strive for excellence in every aspect of our performance
- Integrity: We are honest, trustworthy and open.
- Supportive: We are reassuring, encouraging and care about all aspects of wellbeing, providing a safe and welcoming environment for all.
- Always Improving: We are forward-thinking, we celebrate and learn from success, innovate and take ownership.
- Can do: We are positive, inclusive, flexible and proactive.
How we support you?
At Furness College, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to take part in our recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] so we can ensure that you have the support you need.
Rewards and Benefits:
- Enhanced leave allowance of:
- Support staff: 30 days (plus bank/public holidays and our Christmas closure).
- Teaching staff: 42 days (plus bank/public holidays and our Christmas closure).
- Management: 35 days (plus bank/public holidays and our Christmas closure).
- Enhanced pension scheme:
- Teachers pension scheme (TPS)- 28.68%
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)- 8.1%
- Extensive additional benefits to support you.
It is proposed that Furness College will merge with Blackpool and The Fylde College from 1st August 2026. If the merger goes ahead as planned any employment that starts after 1st August 2026 will be on Blackpool and The Fylde terms and conditions.
Safeguarding Statement:
Furness College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and staff. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken, including an enhanced DBS check with barred lists and references. Please refer to the job description for safeguarding responsibilities specific to this post.
Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying this post is ‘exempt’ from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975 as amended by the ROA 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986.
Pay: Up to £18,707.00 per year
Work Location: In person
