SGS have an exciting opportunity at our Filton campus! Foundation Studies Lecturer Role Information:Reference: REQ001259Location: Filton CampusFTE Salary: Up to £39,495 (Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience)Contract Type: Permanent, Full-timeWorking Hours: 37 hours per weekSGS is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. Financial Rewards and Benefits: Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners livesCompetitive Pension Scheme- Academic roles benefit significantly by their access to the teachers pension scheme (TPS), with a generous employer contribution of over 23%Generous Annual leave entitlement plus the 8 bank holidays -39 days academic plus additional college agreed inset development days and 6 self-elected development days (Full-Time Equivalent). Two weeks leave during the Christmas closedown period largely supported by the discretionary closure days provided by the College. Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees. Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practicesAccess to 'My Lifestyle' discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice SchemeFree Annual Eye testAll staff members can buy a TOTUM card(formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communitiesFree car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resourcesSubsidised onsite catering services including Costa CoffeeSouth Gloucestershire & Stroud College has an excellent reputation for delivering further education and work-based programmes in a range of subjects from business to sport, construction to media, GCSEs and A Levels to Honour Degree level programmes. Our experienced and passionate staff work hard to help students and colleagues achieve their personal challenges and career goals. We are proud of SGS and committed to making the College the best it can be. We are currently working hard to achieve 'Outstanding' status after being classified as 'Good' in our last inspection. For more information, please visit https://www. sgscol. [... Click Apply... ]/Foundation Studies at SGS College has an excellent reputation for delivering an outstanding curriculum of Life Skills and Employability to students who may need more time to acquire the skills they need for independent living, further study and employment. To maintain the growth of provision within our department and to support various new projects, we are looking for a self-motivated individual who can confidently teach Entry to Level One across various subject areas including Employability, Life Skills, English/maths and Vocational Studies a specialism/interest in Horticulture or Catering would be especially beneficial. Our learners need innovative and creative teaching methods to encourage and engage learning. If you are passionate about teaching and learning, are able to translate this to your students using a range of effective strategies, you will enjoy being part of a committed team. You should feel confident working with challenging behaviours, Special Educational Needs and disability and SEMH. Key Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Learning Area Manager, and working with the other tutors in Department, to plan and deliver a curriculum to include Life skills, social skills, vocational studies, employability, maths and [... Click Apply... ]pleting an initial assessment with each student to establish the correct levels to be undertaken and agreeing the target timescale for completion in line with College guidelines. Providing learners with the skills and knowledge where necessary to help them pass the functional skills requirements of the framework which may include English, Maths and ICT through their main lessons. Following the guidance issued by both the Awarding Body and the College with regard to assessment practice and the completion of documentation, and to engage in Internal Verification and standardisation meetings throughout the year. Maintain appropriate Continuing Professional Development, including the attendance on all training events identified for you by the Learning Area Manager, to ensure the highest standards of quality in your teaching/assessing. What We Are Looking For: Passionate about teaching and learning with the ability to translate this to students using a range of effective [... Click Apply... ]nfident in working with challenging behaviours, Special Educational Needs and disability, and [... Click Apply... ]novative and creative in teaching methods to encourage and engage learning. Good communication skills and the ability to lead and manage a team effectively. Proactive in driving standards and quality within a team. Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritise effectively and show meticulous attention to [... Click Apply... ]itiative and influencing skills to promote cooperative relationships. Willingness to collaborate and work closely with colleagues in a mutually supportive manner. Beneficial Skills & Qualifications Educated to degree level or equivalent or have substantial relevant SEND experience. Teaching qualification or willing to be working towards - You will be required to obtain a Stage 3 full professional qualification (PGCE in post-16 education or equivalent) within 2-4 years of commencing lecturing duties within the CollegeGCSE Maths and English grade C or above or Level 2 equivalentExperience working with entry to level 1 learners with SEND and SEMHQualifications/CPD related to working with learners with learning disabilitiesExperience of working in Further Education or schools supporting learners with learning disabilitiesExcellent organisational and interpersonal skillsExperience of using Office software packages, email and web browsersPlease apply online by Monday 23rd June 2025Expected Interview Date: To be confirmedIf you have any queries please contact [email protected] SGS College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and any offer of employment will be subject to a number of conditions including a requirement for providing satisfactory references. In line with KCSIE and having regard to all relevant guidance, a range of checks and online searches will also be conducted for successful candidates, and a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure will need to be obtained as a requirement of the job.