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Job Title: Lecturer in Business - FE Computing
Join us to inspire and empower students across a range of FE Computing courses within our Business, Accounting & Computing area!
As a Lecturer in Business, you’ll design dynamic learning plans and session materials, create assessments, prepare engaging resources, and deliver impactful teaching that helps every student reach their full potential. You’ll also provide essential guidance and support throughout their learning journey, making a real difference in their success.
If you’re passionate about teaching and ready to make an impact in further education, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Role:
* Teach a range of FE Business courses, including designing schemes of work, session plans, assessments, resource preparation, delivery, marking, and student support
* Carry out assessment activities, including setting and marking coursework
* Monitor student work standards against awarding body guidelines using tracking systems, working closely with programme managers and verifiers
* Set, promote, and monitor aspirational targets for all students
* Provide personal and academic support through Individual Learning Plans and during teaching and assessment
* Manage and administer units effectively and efficiently
* Support programme managers by contributing to curriculum innovation and development of new study areas
* Promote Business courses via school liaison, open events, interviews, and marketing activities
* Liaise with industry/employers to secure quality work experience, placements, and enrichment opportunities (e.g., projects, talks, trips)
* Fulfil pastoral, administrative, and curriculum development duties as part of the course team
* Participate in evaluation processes and report outcomes to senior management
Essential Qualifications:
* Degree in Business (2:1) or a related subject
* GCSE English Language and Maths, Grade 4 or above (A-C)
* Teaching qualification to Level 5 (desirable) or willingness to obtain
Essential Experience:
* Experience in managing and motivating young learners (16–18 years old)
* Recent teaching experience in further education, with delivery of BTECs and/or T Levels a definite advantage
* Proven ability to enthuse and inspire FE learners using a variety of innovative teaching and learning techniques
All applications will be assessed against the stated essential requirements, so please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet them.
We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.
Additional Information
Colchester Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We strive to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a Criminal Records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Please visit our website www.colchester.ac.uk to obtain further details about the College.
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