We are seeking an exceptional Advanced Practitioner to join our Learning Innovation Team, with a specialism in Initial Teacher Training (ITT). This is a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of educators and driving excellence in teaching, learning, and assessment across the College. As an Advanced Practitioner, you will:
* Train, mentor, and coach teaching staff, supporting trainee teachers and early career educators to develop their skills, knowledge, and confidence.
* Lead on quality improvement initiatives and deliver impactful CPD programs.
* Design and deliver high-quality lessons and training programmes, facilitating reflective practice and ensuring alignment with national standards and frameworks.
* Support and teach trainees throughout their professional journey, from induction to qualification and beyond.
* Model outstanding practice and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Additional responsibilities include:
* Mentoring and coaching new and trainee teachers, including those undertaking teaching qualifications.
* Providing expert guidance on teaching, learning, and assessment to ensure exceptional student experiences.
* Leading quality improvement initiatives across the College.
* Delivering targeted CPD and staff development with measurable impact.
* Facilitating innovative and inclusive teaching strategies, including team teaching, peer support, and communities of practice.
* Conducting lesson observations and providing developmental feedback.
* Researching and sharing evidence-informed pedagogical practices.
* Teaching across various programmes as required.
* Designing and delivering high-quality ITE programmes, supporting trainees from induction to qualification.
* Facilitating reflective practice, ensuring alignment with national standards, and collaborating with curriculum teams and external partners to promote inclusive, evidence-informed learning environments.
Qualifications and experience required:
* Certificate in Education/PGCE/DTLLS (essential).
* Higher qualification in teaching and learning (desirable).
* Coaching/mentoring qualification or willingness to obtain.
* Proven excellence in teaching and mentoring.
* Experience in observing and developing teaching practice.
* English and Maths GCSE at grade 4 or equivalent.
Additional skills and knowledge include:
* Ability to critically reflect on and evaluate practice, values, and beliefs to improve learner outcomes.
* Capacity to inspire, motivate, and raise aspirations of learners.
* Exceptional knowledge of educational research, pedagogical methods, and assessment strategies.
* Understanding of teaching roles within legal, regulatory, institutional, and ethical contexts.
* Awareness of SEND and creating inclusive learning experiences.
* Knowledge of learning theories and curriculum design.
* Understanding of outstanding teaching and learning practices.
This role requires working one evening per week (Wednesday), with flexible working patterns to accommodate this.
About Buckinghamshire College Group:
* A Further Education college with campuses in Aylesbury, Amersham, and Wycombe.
* Supporting over 5,000 learners annually, working with local employers.
We offer various employee benefits, including a pension scheme, holiday entitlement, free training, flexible working, and more.
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