About Grantham College
What is Grantham College?
Grantham College is a forward-thinking further education institution in Lincolnshire, dedicated to empowering learners and fostering an inclusive, positive environment. With over 60 years' experience providing education and training (founded 1953), the College offers Higher Education, Apprenticeships, Adult Learning and Full-Time Courses across vocational and academic disciplines.
The College serves learners across Lincolnshire and beyond, with a strong emphasis on linking education to employment outcomes and industry placements. The campus on Stonebridge Road in Grantham (NG31 9AP) houses programs from Engineering and IT through to Hair & Beauty, Hospitality and Childcare, alongside the on-site Apple Tree Restaurant and R&R Hair & Beauty Salon — both of which provide live training environments while serving the local community.
Where will I work?
Grantham College's main campus is at Stonebridge Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 9AP. The College operates on-site by the nature of further education, with face-to-face teaching at the heart of the student experience. Flexible working options apply across many staff roles.
What is the Grantham College team like?
The College "rely[s] on our most valuable asset, our staff" and strives "to deliver the best student and staff experience by attracting, developing, and retaining staff who share our passion for learning and advocate our values." Roles span curriculum (lecturers, learning support) and support functions (MIS, accommodation, finance, HR), with full-time, part-time, term-time and returning-to-work pathways. The College is open to "a change in direction, just starting out or returning to work" applicants.
Work-Life Balance
Grantham College operates a permanent 4-day working week. Full-time staff work a full contract Monday-Thursday, with one Friday morning worked each month, with pro-rata reductions for part-time staff. The College reports measurable benefits from the policy: improved staff wellbeing and morale, reduced staff turnover, reduced sickness absence days, lower energy usage and carbon emissions, and improved student attendance and retention. Academic staff receive 33 days annual leave plus five additional paid closure days over the Christmas period.
Perks and Benefits
- Permanent 4-day working week (Mon-Thu + 1 Fri morning/month for full-time)
- 33 days annual leave + 5 paid Christmas closure days (academic staff)
- Pension (UK FE college scheme)
- Occupational Sick Pay
- Mental Health & Wellbeing programme + Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Family Friendly policies
- Staff Development opportunities
- On-site Apple Tree Restaurant + R&R Hair & Beauty Salon discounted treatments
- TOTUM Card (NUS/Student Discount Card)
- Flexible Working policies