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Vacancy details
Salary: £26,902 - £42,921 - *Pay Award Decision Pending* Depending on experience and qualifications
Reference No: SR2140
Campus: Cross Campus
Hours: 37 hrs / week|52 weeks / year
Contract: Permanent
Job Details
We are hiring a dedicated Teacher of Engineering. We are keen to connect with professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality, creative, and engaging lessons, while effectively supporting and inspiring students.
This would offer the chance to bring your expertise and creativity into the classroom, delivering high-quality, career-focused teaching and learning that supports students' progression and success in their chosen field.
The Role
We are looking for a Teacher to provide high-quality teaching and contribute to the academic, pastoral, and operational excellence of the curriculum area. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on learners' educational journeys while contributing to the realisation of the College's mission.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality teaching aligned with curriculum needs and student requirements.
- Actively promote the College's Career-Focused Learning strategy, fostering strong relationships with local employers.
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons, ensuring compliance with curriculum schemes of work and College policies.
- Monitor, report, and support student progress through reviews, assessments, and feedback.
- Contribute to curriculum development, policy discussions, and quality assurance processes.
- Participate in student recruitment, including interviews and open events.
- Provide academic and pastoral support to students, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Ensure effective supervision of learners, adhering to safety and safeguarding policies.
- Actively engage in professional development, curriculum meetings, and CPD days.
- Take responsibility for managing and prioritising learner concerns and issues.
Job Requirements
Essential:
- Degree in the relevant subject or similar
- Expertise in relevant subject area
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for innovative pedagogical practices.
- Proven ability to work effectively with a diverse range of students and stakeholders.
Desirable:
- Teaching qualification (USP will provide support for unqualified staff to achieve a Level 5 qualification)
- Experience in curriculum development, employer engagement, and course leadership.
The right candidate will have:
- Ability to relate well to students and staff, balancing support and challenge to maximise achievement.
- Strong organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Creative and lateral thinking skills to promote campus growth and enhance learning experiences.
- Proven ability to resolve conflicts professionally and ensure student welfare.
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of the role.