Lecturer – Counselling We are looking for a Lecturer in Counselling to join our Business and Professional Team. This is a 17.5 hours per week, part-time role offering a salary of £30,202 to £41,769 (pro rata) per annum. Why Join Us? At Wirral Metropolitan College our purpose is to provide inclusive, highest – quality education and training opportunities to meet the aspirations of students and the need of the local community. To achieve our purpose, we live our values; We are Ambitious, We are Resilient, We are Inclusive, We are Empowering, We are Accountable. Key Responsibilities: Carry out formal scheduled teaching on programmes ranging from level 1 to 5. Undertake a personal tutor and/or course leader role to groups of students to maintain high achievement rates. Prepare delivery plans, sequenced learning plans and learning materials. Mark students’ work and/or examinations and carry out internal quality assurance. Work as part of the team in the monitoring, reviewing and evaluation of all aspects of the programmes, including work placements. Maintain appropriate College and appropriate university records, and the follow the College Quality processes. Participate in self-assessment procedure to monitor and evaluate performance. Carry out student reviews and tutorials. Contribute to curriculum development. Participate in student recruitment to include marketing activities and interviews. Skills and Qualifications: Level 2 or above English/literacy and maths/numeracy Degree or equivalent qualification in counselling or a related area Membership of relevant professional body. Recognised full teaching qualification or be working towards a level 5 teaching award or equivalent within 2 years To be an Accredited Counsellor or be working towards accreditation. Currently practising as a Counsellor. Able to evidence successful teaching experience of adult students on Counselling programmes across a variety of levels. Benefits: Outstanding facilities in state of-the-art environments Enhanced annual leave entitlement Enhanced family friendly policies and leave DBS checks completed and paid for by the employer Company is committed to CPD Flexible approach to work Pension contribution rates currently at 28.6% Access to free car parking (subject to availability) If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV. Wirral Metropolitan College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a record check from the Disclosure and Barring Services before the appointment is confirmed. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Wirral Metropolitan College is actively committed to maintaining an environment which promotes and embeds equality, diversity and inclusion as a core value and welcome applications from all sections of the community. The College ensures the principles of the Equality Act 2010 are adhered to and all job applicants and employees are treated equitably and fairly.