Lecturer in Art and Design
Newham College of Further Education, now merged with NewVIc Sixth Form College, is the largest post‑16 education provider in Newham. With campuses in East Ham, Stratford, Plaistow and the London City Institute of Technology (LCIoT) in Canning Town, we serve over 11,000 students across a range of pathways including 16‑18 study, adult education, apprenticeships and higher education. With over 600 staff, four main campuses and an annual turnover of £60 million, Newham College is one of the borough’s largest employers and plays a key role in driving local economic and community development.
The Role
The successful candidate will join an innovative and dynamic team involved in the delivery of a range of 16‑18 full‑time study programmes within the Faculty of Creative Industries. This role will deliver teaching in Art and Design, provide academic support, act as a Personal Tutor, and participate in Internal Quality Assurance and related teacher‑administration duties.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, plan and implement effective and inclusive teaching and supporting learning activities.
* Provide high‑quality teaching, learning, assessment and internal moderation across a range of courses.
* Teach across a range of modules/units or within a subject area using appropriate teaching, learning support and assessment methods and technologies.
* Assess student work and progress, and give constructive feedback.
* Contribute to the delivery, tracking and monitoring of key skill performance amongst cohorts of students in Art and Design.
* Seek ways of improving performance by reflecting on teaching design and delivery and analysing feedback.
* Contribute to outreach and/or widening participation activities within the school.
* Provide tutorship of students, giving appropriate support to enable students to achieve their academic, personal and vocational targets.
* Interview and provide guidance to prospective students.
* Assist students in their progression to higher education or employment.
* Contribute to the development and continual improvement of courses, coordinating effectively with staff and students.
Our Ideal Candidate
Essential Qualifications / Training
* Degree in Art and Design.
* Comprehensive understanding of the curriculum with subject specialism to at least Level 3.
* Strong experience of delivering to 16+ age group with varied abilities in an educational setting.
* GCSE or Level 2 in Maths and English.
Desirable Qualifications / Training
* Comprehensive knowledge of Fashion and Textiles.
* A recognised teaching qualification such as PCET, PGCE or QCF Level 5 Diploma in Education.
* Internal Verifier Qualification.
* Current training and CPD taken in the past 2 years relevant to the role and vocational area.
Experience
* Experience of planning and delivering in line with Ofsted requirements at least to a good standard.
* Ability to plan learning in line with Ofsted requirements.
* Experience in teaching/assessing courses at a range of levels and providing high‑quality feedback and assessment.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Experience meeting targets, KPIs or deadlines.
* Familiar with safeguarding and relevant procedures.
* Experience working with parents, families and external partners.
Knowledge and Skills
* Able to motivate and inspire people to achieve.
* Passionate about the learning and skills agenda.
* Excellent communication and written skills.
* Comprehensive IT skills and e‑learning experience.
* Excellent communication skills with people at all levels.
* A team player who is hardworking and capable of working on one's own initiative.
* Good organisational and time‑management skills.
* Commitment to the College’s aims and ethos.
* Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
* Ability to prioritise work to deadlines.
* Ability to work flexibly as a member of the team.
* Accurate record keeping.
Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults
All employment offers are subject to employment checks, including Enhanced DBS, DfE teaching/management barred list checks, online searches, overseas criminal record checks, identity verification and Right to Work checks. Newham College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners. Staff will complete mandatory training in KCSIE and other key areas, and will read and comply with the College’s safeguarding policies.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The College has a strong commitment to equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.
Recruitment Process
Applicants should submit a fully completed application form, including a full record of education and employment history. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting. The email address used for the application will be used for all recruitment communication. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.
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