Are you an experienced Construction professional ready to pass on your skills to the next generation? Activate Learning is looking for a motivated and knowledgeable Construction Teacher to join the team at Reading College.
About the Role as a Construction Teacher:
This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment across our Construction programmes. You will support students in developing practical, industry-relevant skills while fostering confidence and employability skills.
We are seeking an individual who combines industry expertise with a passion for developing others. You will be committed to delivering engaging, inclusive, and skills-focused teaching that supports learners of all abilities.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
1. Solid industry experience across Construction trades, including Plumbing, Carpentry and Bricklaying
2. A minimum Level 2 qualification in Plumbing (or higher)
3. Strong practical knowledge with the ability to translate this into effective teaching and learning
4. Good standard of education, including GCSEs (Grade 4/C or equivalent) in English and Maths
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
6. A learner-focused approach with the ability to motivate and inspire
Teaching experience is desirable but not essential - full training and support will be provided for the right candidate. An IQA qualification (or equivalent) would be advantageous.
Salary: Up to £43,869 per annum, with potential for a hard-to-fill supplement (dependent on experience and qualifications).
What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?
Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme, with an afternoon focused on sharing our approaches to teaching and assessment. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learning's mission, values and led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.
In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.
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Who we are
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:
7. Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
8. Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
9. Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
10. Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
11. Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
12. Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff
13. Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
14. Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
15. On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
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