Salary: £30,031 – £44,498 plus potential RA ‘D’ £2,000 for Course Team Lead
(Salary dependent on qualifications and experience)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Required: 1st September 2023
This is an extremely exciting opportunity for a modern, forward thinking, professional from the Engineering sector to join our thriving College and be at the forefront of the new T Level qualifications. The College is continuing to implement new T level qualifications as they become available, and this is a unique opportunity for the right candidate to work with us in developing our curriculum.
We are looking for lecturers to join the STEAM faculty to join our growing team of Engineering lecturers. The T levels are very broad and we would encourage applicants from any area of Engineering, however we are particularly interested in candidates with experience in Mechanical Engineering, including maths and science. We have just opened our brand-new T level building, and we continue to transform our environment with state-of-the-art developments. The building includes three purpose built engineering workshops, including an electronics and materials testing lab, a design and 3D printing lab, and a workshop with CNC capability.
This post would be suitable for an experienced teacher, or someone looking to move into a career in teaching from prior work in the Engineering or Construction industries.
The successful applicant will have an opportunity to develop their passion for education within a supportive and quickly developing area, playing a pivotal role in the continued development and delivery of the innovative T levels.
The post holder will be expected to:
- Teach to a high standard, and develop the relevant skills to teach truly outstanding provision
- Work with the STEAM Faculty and with enrichment staff to create provision that excites and stimulates demand
Candidates should have a commitment to providing high quality learning to enable all learners to achieve their full potential. The ability to truly work as a team player is also essential. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate outstanding organisational and interpersonal skills.
Candidates should possess either proven experience in industry or a good honours degree in a related subject (or a combination of both). Ideally you will hold a teaching qualification, or be committed to obtain a suitable qualification once in post.
Taking Teaching Further is eligible for those with relevant knowledge and industry experience to retain as FE teachers. If you are eligible, whilst funds last, you will be able to access a £6,000 incentive payment: £3000 at the end of year one of the programme and £3000 at the end of year two. The college will cover the cost of undertaking a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training in addition to intensive support, as well as a reduced timetable over 2 years.
Closing Date: 16th June 2023, noon
PLEASE APPLY NOW – This position will close once sufficient applications are received.
We regret that due to the large number of applications we receive we are only able to contact those candidates to be interviewed.
Benefits include: Teachers Pensions defined benefit pension scheme (including life assurance), generous holidays, sick pay scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, free on-site car parking, on-site fitness suite, Refectory and Cycle to Work Scheme.
This 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.
Cirencester College welcomes applications from all sectors of the community and is an equal opportunities employer.
