Lecturer in Military and Protective Services

• Suffolk New College
• Address: Rope Walk, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 1LT
• Salary: £31,200 - £45,759 per annum Starting salary subject to college salary assessment process
• Hours:35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
• Contract: Permanent, on site
• Reference: 5421

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of Military and protective Services Professionals? Do you thrive in an energetic and dynamic environment?

Suffolk New College are seeking a dedicated and inspiring Military and Protective Services Lecturer to join our highly successful department at Suffolk New College. A background in one or more of the Military or Protective Services and a strong understanding of expectations and standards within the services would be beneficial. Candidates with experience and enthusiasm for outdoor adventurous activities and the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme would have particular interest in this role.

You should have a degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related subject and a teaching qualification or a commitment to obtaining one within a specified period of time after commencement and a good standard of education including maths and English to Level 2 or above.

This post is based at Suffolk New College Ipswich campus. However, Suffolk New College is a multi-campus site therefore you may be required to work at and travel between campuses.

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it’s a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive.

Your responsibilities

To undertake teaching and assessment, and deliver an exceptional experience to all learners monitoring student progress and achievement and working as a team member with colleagues in the curriculum area, Directorate and the wider College.

What you will need

You should have a degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related subject and a teaching qualification or a commitment to obtaining one within a specified period of time after commencement and a good standard of education including maths and English to Level 2 or above. Please refer to the job description for the full person specification.

About us

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it’s a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

We do not recognise any agencies or search agencies acting on our behalf unless they have been officially engaged. Applicants should apply to us directly and not be persuaded to go via an agency. The college will not recognise any agency fees for recruitment activities unless an active engagement linked to a specific role has been agreed.

The college will not pay fees associated with CVs or applicants who are sent to the college via agencies on a speculative basis or in response to college adverts.

Agencies should refrain from sending CVs to anyone working for the college on a speculative basis. The college will make approaches to agencies via our HR team if we feel that we need assistance with a post.

What will offer you

For more information

Please read the Job Description (Word).

For informal enquiries, please contact Gareth Morris (Head) on 01473 382297 or email garethmorris@suffolk.ac.uk

How to apply

To view the full job description and to apply, please visit

The College reserves the right to close this advert early.

Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.

You may use AI tools to support your application but all information must truthfully reflect your own skills and experience. You may be asked to discuss the details during the recruitment process

Closing date: midnight, 24 September 2026

Interview date: 2 October 2026.