Politics and Economics Lecturer

Politics and Economics Lecturer

Application Deadline: 5 June 2026

Department: Academic Studies

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Liverpool

Reporting To: Dean of Academic Studies

Compensation: £34,789 - £43,139 / year

Description

To contribute to achieving excellence in teaching and learning through innovative practice. You will be expected to create effective and stimulating learning opportunities for all students through high quality teaching, learning and assessment. Enthuse students by making the subject content relevant and current with a strong link to employers and the local economy. You will be required to monitor each student's academic performance and provide feedback for improvements, supervise, and motivate students to achieve their academic and personal goals. We offer A Level Politics and Economics at the Clarence Street Campus. Applications from ECTs are welcomed.

Responsible to: Dean of Academic Studies

Key Responsibilities

1. To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life.
2. To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review.
3. To be aware of national developments in subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis.
4. To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons to achieve effective management of the learning process.
5. Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy.
6. Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued.
7. Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
8. To set, mark and record work in accordance with College and School Assessment policies.
9. To track all students' progress and attendance in accordance with agreed College systems and policies.
10. To provide a balance of appropriate teaching styles and learning experiences.
11. To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play an appropriate part in their implementation.
12. Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome barriers.
13. To liaise with Assistant Dean in contributing to the design of programmes and teaching approaches which will enable curriculum areas to achieve high standards and value added.
14. To liaise with Assistant Dean and curriculum teams in contributing to the administration necessary to support the teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area.
15. To work with colleagues with relevant expertise to identify and address additional Digital, English and Maths skills for development within the subject area.
16. To review own professional development needs and to participate fully in future training and development.
17. To communicate and consult with parents, carers and students including Parent's Evening, Welcome Evenings, events and open evenings.
18. To ensure that all students in the subject area comply with College's policies and procedures.
19. To provide enrichment opportunities that are exciting, motivating and enhance the student experience.
20. To ensure learners are supported with a well prepared VLE and resources for independent study.
21. A knowledge and appreciation of the different needs of learners and effective strategies to ensure all learners make progress.

Generic Duties

1. To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College Group ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life.
2. To take proactive responsibility for Health & Safety to ensure that a safe working environment and safe working practices are maintained at all times.
3. To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
4. To support cross college actives as required in particular the key enrolment and invigilation periods.
5. To understand roles and responsibilities around safeguarding all learners.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

1. Educated to Level 6 e.g. Politics Degree or Economics related degree.
2. A recognised Teaching qualification.
3. Successful recent previous teaching experience with year olds.
4. Excellent computer literacy - ability to use the current IT programs of the College.
5. Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in Business.
6. Knowledge and understanding gained from previous experience in delivering the BTEC and/or A level specifications.
7. Engaged and passionate about Continuing Professional Development.
8. Minimum of Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy.
9. High level of communication and interpersonal skills, an effective member of a team.
10. Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves.
11. Strong understanding of the importance and impact of feedback on learner performance.
12. Experience using ICT to support and enhance subject delivery.
13. Outstanding teacher who is student centred.

Desirable:

1. Experience and understanding of ALPS and value added as progress measures.
2. Good understanding of curriculum development to meet the training needs of employers.
3. Experience with BTEC verification and standardisation.
4. Fluent speaking in any of the mentioned languages: Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Kurdish Sorani, Tigrinya, Spanish, French or Portuguese.

Please Note
This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged.

Benefits

Why Join The City of Liverpool College?
As a valued member of our College community, you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.

Generous holiday allowance
60 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 annual wellbeing day.

Pension Scheme
You'll be part of the Teachers' Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions of up to 24% - one of the best pension packages in the sector.

Employee Benefits Platform
As part of your role, you'll have access to the COLC Employee Benefits Platform, a one stop hub for a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work life balance and everyday savings. You'll be able to access discounts at major supermarkets, fashion and lifestyle retailers, tech stores, travel providers, and more. You'll also benefit from the Cycle to Work Scheme, cinema and leisure discounts and tech and home appliance discounts, with the option of spreading the cost through salary sacrifice. The platform is part of our commitment to supporting you in every aspect of your working life - and beyond.

Health and Wellbeing
All employees have access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - a completely confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year. Whether you're facing personal challenges, looking for advice, or simply need someone to talk to, Health Assured is here to help. Through Health Assured, you can access a 24/7 confidential helpline, face to face, online or telephone counselling, as well as structured support for a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationships, bereavement, legal and financial concerns. You'll also have access to an online wellbeing portal with self help resources, health assessments, articles, and guidance covering emotional, physical and financial wellbeing, and the Wisdom App which offers mood trackers and wellbeing tools, meditation guides, fitness videos and self help modules with daily wellbeing tips.

Free eye tests are offered through a voucher scheme with Specsavers (full eye exam worth up to £25 and £45 towards a pair of glasses). Free flu vaccinations are also provided.

Travel
Interest free loans are offered to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail, covering the cost of up to two months' free travel.

Flexible Working
Flexible working options are available depending on business need to support your work life balance.

Professional Development
Formal and informal professional development opportunities are provided to sharpen skills, expand knowledge and accelerate career progression.

College Benefits
Excellent sports and fitness facilities are free to staff. Staff can also access discounted hair and beauty treatments at the Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons, and a staff discount at the Academy Restaurant.