Lecturer in Chemistry

Salary: 26386 - 51931 Per Annum

About us:

Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales with a strong reputation for high quality teaching and learning. We have six campuses across the city with over 4,500 full time learners and 10,000 part time learners. We currently have a turnover of over £50 million making us a major employer in the region with approximately 1,000 staff. At Gower College Swansea we are passionate about investing in our staff and looking after their wellbeing to ensure they feel supported in work and also at home.

The role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, talented and highly motivated individual to teach AS and A Level Chemistry. This is a superb opportunity for a first class applicant to join an established department and work in a College with an excellent reputation for A Level delivery.

• Full-time
• Permanent
• £26,386 - £51,931 per annum (depending on qualification and experience)
• Gorseinon campus

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and employ a variety of teaching, learning and assessment strategies, monitor learner progress and provide effective feedback throughout the academic year
• Contribute to team meetings and have a positive impact on the overall quality of this subject area
• Ensure excellence in teaching and learning

About you:

• Recent successful experience of teaching in a post-16 setting
• Possess a Chemistry degree
• Hold, or be willing to work towards, a recognised teaching qualification
• Enthusiastic and committed individual who can engage, inspire and challenge all learners to achieve their individual potential
• Good organisational and problem solving skills and will be prepared to work flexibly
• The ability to contribute to the delivery of the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales qualification and having experience of supporting learners through the UCAS application process would be advantageous.

Benefits for you:

• 46 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
• A Teacher's Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 28.68% (2025)
• Free parking
• Discounted Sport Centre gym membership for £60 per year
• View more benefits here: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/benefits-and-wellbeing

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Further information

• This vacancy may close early due to high application numbers. Early applications are recommended.

Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.

Welsh Language
To apply in Welsh, please visit ourCymraegsite. We encourage Welsh applications as we recognise the importance of delivering bilingual services and expanding our bilingual workforce. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Safeguarding
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to thorough pre-employment checks, including:

• Enhanced DBS check, including the Children's Barred List (£49.50)
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales, where necessary (£15 - £45 depending on role).