Care to Join Us?
Motor Vehicle is a key part of Southampton College’s provision located at our St Mary’s campus. It is a specialist curriculum area with high achievement and retention rates delivering courses to full-time learners and apprentices.
We are offering a fantastic opportunity to join our dedicated and dynamic team of professionals and deliver outstanding teaching to those working or seeking employment in the Motor Vehicle industry.
The role will suit an applicant who has recent experience of Motor Vehicle maintenance within either a manufacturing or maintenance position, with excellent knowledge of the materials, tools and processes involved in the Motor Vehicle industry at both a local and national level. The curriculum taught is practically led, therefore hands on experience is an essential requirement.
You will need to work flexibly to meet requirements, and have a good team working ethic. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is a commitment to excellence. Knowledge of the curriculum and broad trends within the Motor Vehicle industry is desirable.
The information below provides more detail about the role and you may also wish to learn a little more about working for South Hampshire College Group by viewing the below video.
We offer great benefits including;
* 50 days annual leave per annum, plus Bank Holidays.
* £3,000 market supplement per annum
* Generous employer pension contribution.
* Regular training and development.
* Pathways to teaching qualifications.
Duties:
* Undertake the teaching programme and all aspects of the teaching and learning process.
* Act as a Course Leader for Motor vehicle apprentices.
* Assist the relevant Manager(s) in the management and review of the curriculum in accordance with College policies.
* Participate in liaison activities associated with the programme area and those relating to the Faculty’s and College provision.
* Develop and maintain professional competence in the post and in other duties performed on behalf of the faculty or the College.
Skills/Experience:
* Excellent knowledge of the materials, tools and processes involved in the Motor Vehicle industry at both a local and national level.
* Hands-on experience of Motor Vehicle maintenance within either a manufacturing or maintenance position.
* Technical skills and experience to teach students on programmes at level 1, 2 and 3 through theory and practical knowledge.
* Teaching/tutoring/mentoring experience with apprentices, part time or full time learners.
* A passion for imparting knowledge and skills to create better futures for our students.
* Well organised with excellent communication skills.
* Knowledge of Microsoft IT packages.
Qualifications:
* Minimum GCSE Grade 4/C in English & Maths or equivalent.
* Level 3 qualification in relevant area of expertise.
* Commitment to achieving Level 5 teaching qualification.
* Assessor and Moderator/IQA Award is desirable.
* Relevant degree and/or appropriate level professional qualifications (desirable).
Ideal Attributes:
* You will need to work flexibly to meet requirements, and have a good team working ethic.
* You will be comfortable talking and engaging with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
* Be a highly organised, collaborative and enthusiastic team player.
* You will have a keen interest in your industry and willing to undergo further training and development.
* You will have a passion for imparting knowledge and skills.
* You are ambitious, professional, respectful and resilient, thriving in a high trust and high performance culture.
* You can make a significant contribution in our mission to provide excellence and opportunity in both technical and professional education, training and apprenticeships.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.