LOCATION: Stroud HOURS: 09.00 – 15.00 Monday to Friday FULL TIME OR PART TIME START DATE: Immediate SALARY: £165 per day self employed PERMANENT JOB INDHS Nailsworth Office: 01453 832468 E: liam.edwards@ess-emp.co.uk www.ess-emp.co.uk Vacancy – Self-employed Instructor and Mentor (Blacksmith) As an instructor duties will include planning, preparing, and delivering lessons, assessing student progress, and creating a safe and engaging environment. Instructors must work with students of varying abilities and needs, communicate with parents and colleagues. You will be required to have a DBS clearance made which we will do for you if you are a successful applicant. We are seeking candidates that have a passion for there chosen skills and you do not have to be from a teaching background. Self-employed applications only. Lesson planning and preparation ● Develop and organise engaging lesson plans and learning activities based on curriculum guidelines. ● Utilise a variety of teaching methods and materials, including visual, audio, and hands-on tools, to suit different learning styles. ● Create and organise learning resources, such as handouts, assignments, and displays. Instruction and classroom management ● Deliver lessons to the entire class, small groups, or individual students. ● Establish and enforce clear classroom rules and expectations to maintain discipline and ensure a positive learning environment. ● Encourage student participation and foster critical thinking skills. ● Adapt teaching strategies and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students, including those with special needs or high abilities. Assessment and reporting ● Assess, monitor, and record students' progress, attainment, and behavior. ● Provide regular and constructive feedback to students, both orally and through marking their work. ● Prepare and present reports to parents and administration on student performance. Professional collaboration ● Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding students' achievements, progress, and well-being. ● Collaborate with other teachers, teaching assistants, school governors, and support staff to coordinate curriculum and address student needs. ● Engage in continuous professional development and attend staff meetings and training sessions. Pastoral and safeguarding duties ● Act as a mentor and provide guidance and support on academic, social, and emotional issues. ● Promote the health, welfare, and safety of students in line with safeguarding procedures. ● Report any concerns regarding student well-being, neglect, or abuse. Essential skills and qualifications ● Qualifications: Some positions require a relevant degree and a teaching qualification, such as Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). ● Due to the nature of the types of activities we deliver relevant experience and qualifications within those areas are required. ● Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with students, parents, and colleagues. ● Interpersonal skills: Patience, empathy, and the ability to build a good rapport with students are crucial for a supportive classroom. ● Organisation and time management: Teachers must be highly organised to manage lesson planning, marking, and administrative tasks. ● Adaptability: A flexible and creative mindset is needed to adapt to different teaching methods and student needs. ● Subject knowledge: A thorough and up-to-date knowledge of the subject or curriculum being taught is required. For further information on the role, or a general chat about other opportunities, please call Liam Edwards on 01453 832468. Alternatively, please email your CV to liam.edwards@ess-emp.co.uk Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .