Description Conservation Higher Education lecturer. The ideal candidate would have recent experience of working in zoological or conservation industries, strong links with employers due to their work history in addition to being an experienced lecturer. Candidates must hold a Masters degree or higher in animal, ecology or science subject in order to teach on the degree programmes. The ideal candidate will have specialist experience of Zoo Animal Husbandry, Breeding and genetics and Species Conservation. This is an exciting time to join a new area of delivery within a well established, innovative and high performing curriculum area. Duties To teach on a wide range of full and part-time courses, in line with the college and curriculum area specifications.
Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.
To contribute to the planning, monitoring and evaluation of the curriculum in the school
To prepare and mark assessments as required within the range of programmes timetabled
To promote and participate in the delivery of Basic / Key Skills
To be responsible for the continuous improvement in attendance, punctuality, retention and achievement of students in designated teaching groups.
To produce full, considered and timely reports and references on students
To participate in student interviews, enrolment and induction, open days and other liaison activities.
To work co-operatively within a team and attend all team meetings
To fully participate in the colleges ILT strategy including contributing to the upkeep of the sections intranet site
To adopt fully all curriculum initiatives adopted by the curriculum area
To maintain comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of specialist areas
To maintain current and appropriate resources for all course units taught including Schemes of Work, Lesson Plans, and suitable teaching materials ensuring differentiated learning opportunities are in place
To contribute to the total learning experience of students within the curriculum area
To ensure the application of Inclusive Learning in all areas of activity
Ensure continuous development and improvement of professional knowledge.
Any other duties of a similar level of responsibility as may be required.
Qualifications, Specialist Knowledge and Skills Qualifications
Essential Criteria
Teaching Qualification or willingness to work towards
Desirable Criteria
Degree and/or relevant professional qualification e.g. HNC/D
How Identified: Application
Experience
Essential Criteria
Experience of teaching within the subject area.
If a vocational area practical/industrial experience within that field.
How Identified: Application/Interview
Specialist Knowledge
Essential Criteria
Comprehensive knowledge of the subject area
Understanding of current educational initiatives
Creative and innovative approach to the development of teaching materials
How Identified: Application/Interview
IT Skills
Essential Criteria
Intermediate level of Microsoft applications particularly word and powerpoint.
Willing to undertake IT training relevant to their role.
Desirable Criteria
Knowledge of software packages such as promonitor, goldmine and student record systems.
Familiar with using VLEs and E Learning packages.
How Identified: Application/Interview
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