Lecturer in Health and Social Care - #193606

Professional and Creative Studies

Lecturer in Health and Social Care RTF2526 - 210

Permanent

30 hours per week

Lecturer Salary Scale

Spine points 25 – 33

£33,496 - £43,471 pro rata per annum

£27,158 - £35,246 actual salary per annum

701 teaching hours per annum

Interviews to take place week commencing Monday 24 August 2026.

Are you passionate about health and social care and committed to helping learners achieve their ambitions?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer in Health and Social Care, with a healthcare specialism, to join our dedicated and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire, motivate and develop the next generation of healthcare professionals, equipping them with the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in their careers.

As a lecturer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching, supporting learners to reach their full potential, and contributing to the continued success and growth of our Health and Social Care provision. You'll join a college that is committed to creating positive opportunities for learners and making a real difference within our communities.

What We're Looking For:

Qualifications

• A relevant Health and Social Care or healthcare qualification at Level 4 or above.

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).

• A teaching qualification, or a willingness to work towards one.

• Assessor and/or Verifier qualifications, or a willingness to work towards achieving them.

Experience

• Recent vocational or sector experience within a healthcare setting.

• Experience working in a healthcare or clinical role.

• Experience of teaching, training, coaching or supporting learners in an educational or professional environment.

• Evidence of continued professional development and maintaining current industry knowledge.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent subject knowledge within Health and Social Care.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills.

• A flexible, positive and collaborative approach to work.

• A genuine commitment to supporting learners and promoting their success.

• An understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

What We Offer

• 48 days annual leave, including bank holidays.

• Early finish every Friday.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

• Access to excellent facilities and resources.

Important Information for Applicants

As part of your application, you must clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria detailed in the person specification. Applications that do not provide sufficient evidence will not be shortlisted.

In line with our commitment to Safer Recruitment, applicants are also required to provide a full and complete employment and education history.

Tyne Coast College was created from the merger of South Tyneside College and South Shields Marine School, with TyneMet College and Queen Alexandra Sixth Form.

We offer a vast range of educational opportunities for those aged 14 to adults - including A’levels, vocational programmes, apprenticeships, Higher Education and specialist maritime training. Our portfolio is multi award winning with national accolades and a global outstanding reputation for maritime provision. The College has a high performing SEND provision which has been recognised nationally and is a regional specialist in teaching and learning for learners with SEN.

Tyne Coast College is the North East’s world leading maritime training provider and was awarded the Queens Anniversary Prize for its expertise in creating high-tech under and above water digital scenarios and was rated Ofsted ‘Good’ in October 2019.

As a strong proactive voice in the north east we are passionate about providing a dynamic and diverse curriculum brimming with the essential academic and vocational skills’ training that enables students to progress on to their chosen careers.

Our motto for a bigger, better, stronger future for the region encapsulates our commitment to the region, the business sector and those living and working in the north east.

Recruiting high-calibre, professional staff with vocational credibility is at the core of our success. We are looking for dynamic and innovative individuals with a passion for achieving excellence through delivering a first class quality service at all times.