Blue Octopus Recruitment Ltd | English Lecturer - Full Time | nottingham

Your future is here
A place to inspire

Our clients English team is growing! They are excited to welcome a new teacher to their large and diverse team as they take the next steps in their journey towards extraordinary at the college.

In a teaching role at the College, you will play a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Our client make a positive difference to their learners, to their communities and to each other. They are building better futures, for others and for themselves. Their teachers bring experience, flair, industry connections, passion and care to their roles and in return they invest in them. Here, you have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

When students achieve in English, doors open up for them. With this in mind, they are looking for a Permanent English Lecturer who is a dedicated and enthusiastic to join their cross-college English team. The successful applicant will be able to teach GCSE re-sit programme and Functional Skills at a range of levels. You will be a responsible and confident teacher who has the skills to inspire both students and colleagues. You will have an imaginative approach to teaching and implement creative lessons to fully engage and inspire your students as well as a highly inclusive learning environment. You will also be interested in innovating and developing your practice and exploring digital opportunities to prepare your students for their future employment.

Who they need & What you will bring

Applicants should have recent experience of teaching, the ability to work as part of a team and develop and share innovative and stimulating teaching and learning resources. You must be passionate about teaching in the FE sector and be committed to ensuring that our students make the best possible progress. They would also welcome applicants with a secondary background. Applicants must also have a good sense of humour, the ability to work under pressure and adapt to change. This job is for teachers looking to make a real difference in the heart of a vibrant city.

A teaching qualification is desirable, and you must be passionate about being a professional educator to young people. You will be supported by a diverse and experienced team, with access to a range of training and supported to move forwards in your teaching career.

The post will be shortlisted against the essential and desirable criteria at application stage from the person specification. Please ensure that you have a look at this specification attached to the Role Profile and complete your application directly from this, as these specifications are an integral part of the selection process.

Interviews will take place on the 18th and 19th of December 2024.

A place to belong

Join a diverse, vibrant community of over 1,300 staff and feel welcome from day one. Whether its enjoying a cuppa and a chat at their Wellness Cafes, collaborating with your colleagues or making the most of the facilities on their campuses, this is a place you can feel involved, connected and supported. With an attractive benefits package including 45 days annual leave, flexible working opportunities, access to a generous pension scheme and perks package, this is a place where you will feel valued and where you can grow and develop. Its a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference.

Be a part of a dynamic and diverse team that thrives on innovation, creativity, and outstanding outcomes. Their aim is for their workforce to mirror the rich diversity of the individuals and communities they serve, creating an environment where a range of experiences, skills, and viewpoints are valued. Within their inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this they are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of their students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

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