Ready to Be the Driving Force Behind Learner Success?

We’re now seeking a compassionate, driven, and skilled Lecturer in Foundation into Vocational Studies to join our dedicated team. If you’re passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, particularly those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

For over 100 years, Oaklands College has been transforming lives through inclusive, high-quality education. As we continue to grow, we’re expanding our team to reach more learners and provide the support they need to achieve their full potential.

Your Day-to-Day Impact

In this vital role, you will design and deliver personalised lessons that closely align with each learner’s Education, Health and Care Plans. You will ensure that every student receives tailored support that enables them to develop academically while feeling valued and empowered within a safe and inclusive classroom environment.

Supporting learners’ emotional wellbeing and behaviour will be a key focus of your daily work. By implementing positive behaviour strategies and providing consistent emotional support, you will help students build confidence, resilience, and independence. You will also collaborate closely with families and a network of professionals—including SENCOs, mental health specialists, and social care teams—to create a holistic support system for each learner.

Monitoring and assessing progress across academic, social, and emotional areas will inform your teaching and intervention strategies. You will set meaningful targets that reflect each learner’s potential and prepare them for successful transitions into further education, employment, or independent living by delivering essential life skills and employability education. Your commitment will have a lasting, positive impact on the futures of those you support.

Is This You?

• Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (or willingness to work towards)
• SEN-specific training (e.g., autism awareness, trauma-informed practice)
• English & Maths at Level 2 or above
• Experience teaching or supporting learners with SEND and SEMH
• Understanding of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Experience in post-16, specialist, or alternative education
• Background in multi-agency collaboration (e.g., with SENCOs, CAMHS, social care)
• Ability to differentiate and adapt teaching for a range of needs
• Effective behaviour management and emotional support strategies
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students and colleagues
• Competent in tracking learner progress and setting meaningful targets
• Empathetic, patient, and resilient
• Passionate about inclusive education and learner wellbeing
• Reflective, proactive, and committed to continuous professional development
• High expectations for all learners and dedication to safeguarding

Your Future Starts at Oaklands

At Oaklands, we care about your wellbeing and development. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, happiness, and success — all within a welcoming, inclusive, and values-driven work environment where your contribution truly matters.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Free access to our on-site gym at the St Albans campus (time restrictions may apply)
• Financial wellbeing support, including savings on beauty treatments, Lambing Weekend, our on-site zoo, travel via the UNO Bus Scheme, and more
• Cycle to Work Scheme, promoting active travel and healthy living
• Generous holiday allowance, giving you the time to rest and recharge
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) with free Adult Community Learning courses and staff training opportunities
• Staff Development Days & Awards, celebrating your achievements and recognising your impact
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Support, including confidential resources and guidance
• Employee Assistance Programme, offering advice and support 24/7
• Mental Health Peer Supporters, for when you just need someone to talk to
• Eye Care Vouchers, supporting your health while working with screens

Oaklands College is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, and we actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Oaklands College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all students and all staff (including agency and hourly paid staff), irrespective of anyone’s position or role in the College, together with Governors, any workers who are at the College on an agency, voluntary/placement/other professional basis and any subcontractors or partners of the College, to share this commitment.

We review applications on a rolling basis and may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of interest. Don’t wait — apply today and become part of something meaningful.

To find out more about Oaklands click here!