We are recruiting for a Head of Agriculture, Arboriculture, Environment & Countryside (AAEC)
Qualifications
* Teaching qualification (PGCE or DTTLS)
* Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status
* Level 4 qualification
* Relevant level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent in related field
* Level 2 literacy and numeracy
* Assessor/Verifier awards or willingness to achieve these quickly (training will be provided to achieve these)
Experience
* A proven record of delivering teaching and learning to a consistently high standard which demonstrates a commitment to ensuring quality of provision, including tutorial support
* Experience with securing improvements whilst maintaining and improving a good Ofsted rating
* Proven experience in raising and maintaining high educational standards in line with current Ofsted EIF framework
* Significant experience of working in or with the related industry
* Experience of Further Education curriculum delivery planning and administration
* Proven experience of motivating self and others
* Experience of management in a pressurised and demanding role
* Experience of project management
* Experience in managing public open days, displays or events
* Experience of securing sponsorship and working with sponsors
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
* Working knowledge of the majority of the curriculum specialisms offered in Agriculture, Arboriculture, Environment and Countryside
* Up to date knowledge of curriculum, teaching and learning, managing challenging learner behaviour proven through experience and continuing professional development
* Sound knowledge of available funding methodology (especially 2013/14)
* Sound ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, College Management Information Systems (databases) and Information Learning Technology applications (VLE, Smartboards etc.)
* Demonstrable use of ILT to improve access to learning
* Well organised and able to manage and organise others effectively
* Excellent administrative skills
* Ability to promote and build the section's programme and facilities (including relevant awarding body criteria and how to obtain scheme approval)
* High degree of personal presentation and customer care skills
* Flexibility, responsiveness, commitment to the area of work, time management skills which demonstrate the ability to work to deadlines
* Skilled in liaison and negotiation with others
* Proven ability to work as a leader and as a member of a team
* Demonstrable ability to problem solve, work on own initiative and make decisions within agreed strategic guidelines
Other Factors
* An understanding of and commitment to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults
* Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people/vulnerable adults
* Emotional resilience
* The ability and determination to promote equality, diversity and inclusion throughout all aspects of College life, including employment and service delivery
* Should the position involve regular driving, a clean driving licence is required
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