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If you have experience at sea and knowledge to share with the next generation, the Scottish Maritime Academy has the perfect opportunity. Set a course for a new career as part of the SMA teaching staff and benefit from a rewarding shore-based post in purpose-built facilities.
The Academy is looking to recruit a Lecturer in Nautical Science to develop and deliver courses up to HNC Nautical Science and Class I Fishing level. The successful candidate will be required to prepare and deliver a variety of training, including MCA short courses and SQA units for new entrants.
The successful candidate will hold the minimum of a current MCA Certificate of Competency at Chief Mate Unlimited (STCW 95 REG 11/2. and/or Class 1 Deck Officer (Fishing) Level.
The successful candidate will hold current MCA short-course certification and be able to clearly explain, both orally and in writing, all aspects of nautical science to a range of students. Good IT skills will be essential in the successful delivery of training along with strong communication and interpersonal skills which will allow the successful candidate to build and maintain effective relationships with students and colleagues.
The College encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.
The closing date for applications is 31st August 2023
Person Specification
(criteria marked * are desirable, all others are essential)
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
1. Working knowledge of nautical science subject area
2. Ability to explain concepts to students at all levels from new entrant to HNC in Nautical Science and Class 1 Fishing
3. Good knowledge of Health & Safety in this vocational area
4. Good communication skills
5. Good presentation skills
6. Good interpersonal skills
7. Good organisational skills
8. Ability to develop and use appropriate learning/teaching/training materials
9. Computer literate
10. * Knowledge and/or experience of the use of electronic learning materials
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
11. MCA Certificate of Competency: Chief Mate Unlimited (STCW 95 REG II/1)
12. *MCA Class 1 Deck Officer (Fishing) Certificate of Competency or equivalent or
13. * MCA Certificate of Competency: Chief Mate Unlimited (STCW 95 REG 11/2) or equivalent or
14. Current MCA short-course certification
15. * Range of optional short-course (e.g. BRM, )
16. * Experience of sailing on a range of vessels, preferably as Master or Skipper
17. * Experience of using maritime/bridge simulators
18. * Experience of marine engineering
19. * Experience of managing discipline
20. * Experience of assessing competence
21. * Experience and knowledge of risk assessment procedures
22. * Teaching or training experience
23. * Teaching qualification (TQFE or equivalent)
24. * Assessment experience
25. * Assessment qualification
26. * ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)
27. * GTC registration
PERSONAL QUALITIES
28. Effective team player who actively supports others
29. Builds and maintains effective relationships with students and colleagues
30. Prioritises work effectively
31. Meets deadlines
32. Personally well-organised
WORK REQUIREMENTS
33. Evidence of commitment to equal opportunities
34. Own practice reflects good health and safety practice
35. Has undertaken mandatory staff development (if internal candidate)
36. Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development
37. *Driving Licence and willingness to use own vehicle for business purposes.