*JOB TITLE:* Teacher 12 Month FTC*LOCATION:* Petty Pool Vocational College, Pool Lane, Sandiway, Cheshire, CW8 2DR*REPORTS TO: *Vice Principal*SALARY: *£26,976.89 - £35,514.40*HOURS:* 35 hours per week -Monday – Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm. Term Time only*DBS: *Enhanced check required*Closing date: Monday 5th January 2026**We’re excited to be recruiting for our next Teacher!*We’re looking for someone who specialises in one of the following areas: *Horticulture, Sport & Health Lifestyle, or Employability.**Petty Pool Trust is officially World Class to work for in 2024 by Best Companies. **Our values:** Ambitious – Striving for excellence in everything we do* Brave – Fearless in our boldness* Creative – exploring innovation and embracing change* Collaborative – feeling valued and adding value*Summary *Responsible for the efficient and effective running of your department, you will plan, deliver and assess learners with High Needs on 16-19 Study Programmes. This will include the design & production of appropriate learning and assessment materials and the practical delivery of sessions for accredited qualifications ranging from pre-entry to Level 1, depending on course / cohort.The role will also include the pastoral care of learners on your course.*Responsibilities** Initial, diagnostic, baseline and ongoing assessments in vocational area and also functional skills using BKSB* To set appropriate SMART targets via the Individual Learning Plans (ILP)* To carry out regular reviews; record, track, monitor and report on learner progress and complete evaluations* To produce detailed Schemes for Learning for the curriculum pathway* To prepare appropriate learning and assessment materials* To deliver high quality lessons* To identify opportunities for learners to demonstrate competence and collect evidence* To identify valid and sufficient evidence and sources of evidence to meet national standards* To deliver training & education to prescribed standards, meeting the requirements of funding bodies* To teach in a variety of styles* To individualise personalise learning for all* To manage Learner Mentors effectively to maximise learning, providing them with clear instructions* To plan Internal Work Experience and provide Learner Mentors with guidance to support learners.* To accurately assess and record students additional support requirements, building on EHC plans* To report and log student incidents allowing a comprehensive case of additional support to be compiled* To comply with Safeguarding and Prevent policy and procedures at all times, ensuring the safety of all learners* To provide a positive role model for all students and act as a Personal Tutor providing pastoral care and support* To deliver group tutorial sessions, 1:1 tutorial discussions and monitor target setting and progress* To develop learner’s skills for work and life to meet individual personal, social & wellbeing needs* To plan & deliver an Enrichment programme of activities to enhance the learner experience of college life* To motivate, advise and support students at all times* To work as part of a team sharing ideas and experiences* To promote and maintain a stimulating, progressive classroom environment Responsibilities* To demonstrate consistent confidentiality in all matters concerning students* To take responsibility for students when taking part in off-site activities* To take responsibility for students whilst transporting them in Petty Pool Trust vehicles* To take responsibility for maintaining Health & Safety on and off site, undertaking relevant risk assessment activity* To organise and facilitate suitable vocational work placements for learners on the course to be accessed on a rota basis* To utilise existing links to enhance the course and develop new community projects through partnership opportunities* To be proactive in cultivating new links with industry and organisations active in the vocational area* To participate in college observation systems in order to quality assure Teaching, Learning and Assessment* To take part in training and CPD opportunities and required by the college* To take part in residential holidays as required by the college* To support the ethos of the college and promote equality and diversity* To be flexible and easily able to adapt to changes in duties, routine and circumstances* To accept the daily fluctuations within the organisation and support requirements of learners*Person Specification **Qualifications and Experience *_Essential _* English and Maths GCSE or equivalent at grade C or above* Hold a higher-level qualification in specific* Vocational Area Hold or be working towards a PGCE / Cert.Ed. qualification* OR Hold or be working towards PTLLS / CTLLS / DTLLS qualification_Desirable _* Knowledge of digital editing packages such as Adobe Express, Canva, Photoshop etc* Knowledge of using iPads and Apps such as IMovie, Green Screen and Podcasts* Educated to Degree level or above Experience of people with learning disabilities* Experience of working within Further Education Experience of teaching Functional Skills* Hold or be working towards ECDL or equivalent IT qualification* Hold or be working towards a Basic First Aid Certificate* Hold or be working towards qualifications in Safeguarding and Prevent*Knowledge and Skills*_Essential _* Previous experience of delivering accredited learning* Excellent organisational skills Excellent ICT skills* Ability to meet legal requirements & understanding of Health & safety legislation* Ability to multi task and plan ahead* Ability to work within financial budgetary controls* Ability to give effective feedback Awareness of group dynamics* Full clean drivers licence (Manual Car)* Previous experience of working with people with learning disabilities_Desirable _* Experience of planning programmes for learners between pre-entry & level 1* Experience of providing pastoral care through the personal tutor role* Understanding of Initial, Diagnostic and Baseline Assessments* Previous experience of BKSB Functional Skills package* Understanding of target setting and monitoring of progress* Experience of contextualising* Functional skills into a range of skill areas (Vocational & ILS)* Experience & understanding of college systems* Knowledge of recent developments / legislation in FE* Knowledge of additional support requirements / High needs learners*Staff Benefits:** Working 41 weeks per year (term time) 11 weeks holiday* On-site parking* Company Sick pay (after passing probationary period)* Employee Assistant Programme* Free meals when commuting by car sharing, walking, or cycling* Bike rack* Eye care vouchers* Company pension* Smart casual dressJob Type: Fixed term contractContract length: 12 monthsPay: £26,976.89-£35,514.40 per yearBenefits:* Cycle to work scheme* Free parking* On-site parkingApplication question(s):* Do you hold a PGCE qualification?* If no to the above, are you working towards a PGCE qualification?Education:* GCSE or equivalent (required)Licence/Certification:* Driving Licence (Manual) (required)Work Location: In person