Variable Hours Lecturer – Public Services

March 17, 2022 | Comments Off on Variable Hours Lecturer – Public Services

Protocol is delighted to be working with City College Plymouth, one of the country's largest providers of quality education and training who are going through a period of transition to propel education into the future. Graded as "good" by Ofsted, City College Plymouth is home to over 12,000 bright and enthusiastic students, you will be joining over 600 talented and experienced staff and actively contributing to its core values of Respect, Ownership and Integrity to nurture and support to ensure every student can be the best they can be.

City College Plymouth currently have exciting opportunity to join as a Variable Hours Public Services Lecturer with a competitive rate on offer of £18.07 - £25.94 per hour.

In addition to your salary, you can expect an annual leave entitlement pro rata of 50 days for this role, plus Bank Holidays and additional College closure days over the festive period. You will receive generous contributions towards your pension, CPD opportunities, and exclusive access to discounts at various UK attractions, restaurants, travel, and theatre.

1)Deliver academic curricula to students taking account of other inputs from the teaching team, using appropriate teaching techniques to ensure high standards and low student turnover.

2)To act as personal tutor to students, working on a one to one basis with students, recording and monitoring student attendance and progress as directed. Work with other lecturers to identify and support those students at risk of non-completion of their programmes.

3)Prepare teaching materials and practical exercises in line with the syllabus and in conjunction with others, and assist in the section's development of programmes.

4)To act as subject / course leader, coordinating and leading the delivery, assessment, verification and curriculum development of other staff teaching the subject / course / course-subject group.

5)To evaluate the effectiveness of the subject / course / course-subject group and identify and implement actions to effect quality improvement.

6)To identify updating and CPD opportunities including vocational applications, for self and other teachers of the subject / course / course-subject group.

7)Apply new pedagogies and technologies in the teaching and learning of the subject / course / course-subject group, and develop practice amongst other staff working in the area.

8)To act as the internal verifier / moderator of the area and undertake internal verification in line with Awarding Body and College requirements as appropriate.

9)To co-ordinate, support and contribute to the planning and delivery of Functional Skills in Academic Programmes as appropriate.

10)To lead on the integration of Functional Skills in Academic Programmes as appropriate.

11)Set and mark programme work, examinations and assessments.

12)Attend and take an active part in programme team meetings.

13)Conduct research into new industrial developments and new educational initiatives, incorporating these into the curriculum when required.

14)Identify new areas for programmes in conjunction with the Academy Manager and the teaching team, thereby supporting the marketing of the Section's work; assist in the recruitment, selection and induction of students.

15)Prepare student reports as required by programme organisers and external administrators.

16)Maintain student welfare and discipline, providing guidance and counselling when required, including liaison with parents and other sponsors.

17)Carry out assessment of candidates across the range on NVQ programmes.

18)Assist with the recruitment and selection of learners.

19)Liaise with technicians to ensure the appropriate provision of materials.

20)Maintain student registers and absence reports in line with departmental requirements and comply with other administrative procedures and College regulations.

21)Develop external contacts to maintain knowledge of industry practice, providing technical advice if appropriate.

22)Assist in planning and accompany UK and overseas residential study visits.

23)Liaise with Student Services and other sections to progress expertise in student assessment, welfare, attendance, counselling and discipline; contribute to the development of extra-curricular life.

24)Liaise with employers, training providers, trade associations, parents and other bodies on student vocational and curriculum issues, developing appropriate two-way communication.