Overview
Our thriving Construction department are seeking a Carpentry and Joinery Lecturer to deliver an outstanding student learning experience, as you prepare young adults and experienced trade professionals to contribute to the modern world of work.
We welcome applications from both experienced teachers as well as industry professionals who have a passion for sharing their skills and knowledge with the next generation. Anyone new to teaching will be supported by Bradford College in completing a teaching qualification.
This role may be eligible for the levelling up premium payment of up to £6,000 for FE teachers for those meeting the criteria set by the Department for Education. This involves a government payment for successful candidates from an industry background.
Responsibilities
* To teach on courses specified by the management team in and out of College premises
* To assist the management team in delivering high learning value, financially efficient programmes (including physical resource management) and to lead on innovation and efficiency in the delivery of learning
* To be responsible for student’s academic progress, wellbeing, behaviour management and careers and pastoral guidance throughout their learning journey
* To seek out and respond to the student voice – seeing students as primary stakeholders in their learning
* To help students develop modern, safe working practices and behaviours – in both technical (vocational skills) and employability skills.
* To participate actively in the enrolment, monitoring, profiling and assessment of students
* To proactively develop and promote close links with employer/industry partners
* To create enriching, effective and inspirational programmes of learning that expose our students to real-life work experiences – including on and off campus
* To treat students as individuals and develop personalised learning plans that drive their progress in learning, scaffold them to meet and exceed their targets and enable them to reach their career goals
* To arrange, supervise and manage students on placements, offsite visits and related activities.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be learner and quality focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. They should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within their core values.
We particularly encourage applications from female candidates, as these groups are currently underrepresented.
Education & Training
* Relevant industry and/or vocational experience in the subject specialism being taught – Carpentry & Joinery
* Minimum Level 3 qualification in carpentry or equivalent subject
* Recognised teaching qualification or willing to work towards in a given timeframe.
* GCSE A*- C or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in English or equivalent. (e.g., 1, O Level A – C)
* GCSE A*- C or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in Maths or equivalent. (e.g., 1, O Level A – C)
Experience
* A proven track record of industry practice, demonstrating personal achievement and professionalism.
* Leading partnership work with external stakeholders to deliver projects, trips, visits and employer engagement
* Experience of teaching carpentry to level 3 as a minimum within a teaching/training environment
* Ability to methodically plan student progress and record effectively.
* Theoretical and practical knowledge to teach a range of topics within specified subject area
* The ability to plan and deliver high quality, imaginative and inspirational teaching and learning which meets curriculum requirements and the needs of all students on a range of programmes.
* The ability to ensure that individual learner needs are met in a responsive way, in line with the concept of inclusive learning, and an outstanding student experience
Legal & Safeguarding
Bradford College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that social media checks will also be undertaken during the recruitment process. Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.
Recruitment Note
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.
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