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Role Title: Lecturer - Independent Living Skills
Location: Northop
Contract Type: Permanent: Part time 60%
Salary: £33,596 - £51,932 (this is the full time salary, salary will be pro rata depending on working pattern) Upper pay range points UP2 and UP3 are subject to evidence of previous progression to Upper Pay Spine
We currently have a vacancy for a Lecturer in ILS to deliver our programmes at Entry Level.
In order to be considered for this role, you must have proven experience and competence teaching learners with additional learning needs and hold a PGCE (or relevant teaching qualification) as a minimum. Experience of working with EFL and RARPA is also desirable. You should be able to develop and implement a range of teaching and learning techniques, to engage with learners on all levels. Creating a nurturing and supportive environment for the learners to thrive and develop will be key to this role.
As a Lecturer at Coleg Cambria you will be required to deliver both practical and classroom based learning to our students. You will also be responsible for enrolling students on appropriate courses and provide coaching, mentoring and learning opportunities as well as ensuring the safety and welfare of our students at all times.
Essential Requirements
1. Qualified to a minimum of Level 4 in sector specific qualification.
2. A minimum of a Level 5 teaching qualification (e.g Cert Ed/PGCE) or be working towards a Level 5 teaching qualification
3. Experience of working with/supporting young people with Additional Learning Needs
4. Knowledge of the broad range of learning needs and how to support these needs within a learning environment
5. Knowledge and understanding of Additional Learning Needs best practice and legislation
6. Awareness of the importance of quality standards within teaching
7. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
8. Self motivated, well organised and able to work independently using own initiative
Welsh skills are desirable for this specific post. We are seeking candidates who can help us grow our bilingual provision and service.
Coleg Cambria aims to actively promote and embed the Welsh language and culture. We are committed to providing opportunities and support for our colleagues to develop their Welsh language skills in both formal and informal settings. This includes access to tailored Welsh language training plans as well as incentive payments for bilingual delivery and services.
We highly encourage applications in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Application forms, explanatory material, information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions all available in Welsh.
Coleg Cambria is a ‘Disability Confident’ Employer.
The promotion of Equality and Diversity is an essential part of the work we do and as part of this, the College is committed to having a diverse staff group.
Coleg Cambria is committed to safeguarding all learners, and we expect every member of staff to share this commitment.
This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and is classed as regulated activity. It therefore requires an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check, and applicants must disclose all cautions and convictions, including spent ones. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Disclosure will not automatically prevent employment; a risk assessment will be carried out however we may deem some convictions / cautions as unsuitable to work with children.
Depending on the position, successful candidates may also need to register with the Education Workforce Council.
Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary.
Please be aware that Coleg Cambria reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.
Benefits
Excellent Pension Scheme(s)
Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
On site nursery provision at our Deeside site
Discounts on a Range Of College Evening Courses
Access to A Wide Range of E-Learning and Professional Development
Discounted Gym Membership
Excellent Sports and Fitness Facilities
Free Parking on All Sites
Cycle Scheme
Discounted Rates for Hairdressing and Beauty Treatments
Discounted Rates for Restaurants
Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave