Lecturer - BTEC & Access to Science

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We have an exciting opportunity available, here at Barking and Dagenham College, for a Lecturer - BTEC & Access to Science.

You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis and in return, we will offer a competitive salary of £24,872 p.a. - £43,440 p.a. incl London Weighting.

The purpose of the Lecturer - BTEC & Access to Science role:

Teach and assess on one or more of the courses delivered, or serviced, by the curriculum area and contribute to the development of existing and new, innovative provision, including the implementation of motivational, flexible and blended learning and cost effective teaching and learning styles

As our Lecturer - BTEC & Access to Science, you should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Hold a level 3 teaching qualification or be working towards an FE teaching qualification
• Have a minimum of a Level 3 NVQ or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject such as Humanities, Science, Social Science, Psychology, Sociology, Nursing, Social Work, Youth and Community Work, Health or Law.
• Experience in the 3 key areas of science, along with the relevant qualifications
• Industry experience in the relevant areas
• A TAQA 3/4 or A1/V1 assessor and IQA qualifications would be an advantage
• A degree in a relevant subject would be an advantage

Key Responsibilities of our Lecturer - BTEC & Access to Science;

• Complete the administrative work associated with teaching efficiently and effectively, including timely completion of registers (which are auditable documents and a requirement by law), lesson planning documentation, schemes and records of work, e-ILPs, learner tracking and monitoring documentation and various forms of learner progression sheets
• Develop and implement learner-centred, learner assessment strategies in accordance with college policies (which place learners at the centre and emphasise the significance of constructive and developmental feedback for successful learning). Awarding Body assessment requirements must also be followed rigidly
• Adopt a consistent and constructive approach in dealing with learner behaviour in accordance with the college’s learner support and disciplinary policy
• Keep abreast of developments in their specialist field/subject area, especially in the theory and practice of education and the latest industry/sector training requirements/-standards
• Undertake personal coaching / tutorial and pastoral responsibilities for designated learners in order to support learners in their own development and their future progression

If you are passionate about success and can do the above, then we want to hear from you!

You will need to submit a cover letter demonstrating how your personality, skills and experience meet our values for this role.

PLEASE NOTE;

• All applications forms must be fully completed, showing full education and employment details. An incomplete application will not be considered for shortlisting.
• We have the right to interview candidates before the application deadline.

Barking & Dagenham College are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Safeguarding

All employment offers are made subject to checks in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines. These include (some of which are dependent upon the role and the individual): enhanced DBS including children’s barred list check, DfE teaching/management barred list check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and right to work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.

You will be required to become familiar with College’s policies and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are asked to complete mandatory training on KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Closing date for applications: 16th July 2024

If you would like to learn more about our Lecturer - BTEC & Access to Science role, then please click ‘apply’ today!

About Us

Join a truly great college, passionate about success, for our learners, staff, businesses, and communities.

Trusted by over 6,000 learners and apprentices yearly; we provide industry-aligned technical and vocational qualifications across our Barking and Rush Green campuses. We’ve invested over £50m in our facilities over the past 9 years, providing outstanding learning and working environments including our East London Institute of Technology.

By choosing Barking & Dagenham College, you’ll benefit from:

• a competitive salary including London Weighting
• generous holiday and pension packages
• being part of a team passionate about education and success
• links with industry and CPD opportunities
• free parking, travel to work and technology assistance schemes

Join the team. Be part of it.

To find out more about BDC, visit www.bdc.ac.uk