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Lecturer in Plumbing

Bath College
Bath and North East Somerset
1 month ago
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Description


Permanent contract, 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Working Pattern:
Monday and Tuesday:  08:30am -17:00pm
                                  Wednesday and Thursday: 12:30am -21:00pm;
                                  Friday: 08:30am - 16:00pm

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to contribute to the Department’s commitment to delivering high-quality learning. The successful candidate will play an active role in the development, organisation, and delivery of the Plumbing curriculum, ensuring an engaging and effective learning experience for all students. The role may also include acting as a Learning Co-ordinator, with appropriate remission provided for these additional responsibilities. 

Bath College is an inclusive education and training community, providing learning for people with a wide range of abilities from a far-reaching area, from entry level to Level 5 programmes. We are committed to meeting the needs of all our students. This is a very exciting time to join the College.
 
If you feel you can make a positive contribution, please complete the application form, making sure you detailing how your qualifications, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.



The job posting can close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.



Key Responsibilities


  • To deliver high standards of teaching and learning and to monitor assessment processes in accordance with examination requirements. 
  • Producing schemes of work, lesson plans, assessment plans, learning materials and any other related activities that impact on the effectiveness of learning. 
  • To co-ordinate and maintain records of formative and summative assessments of students’ learning carried out by the course team. 
  • To communicate external examination entry and timetable arrangements to the course team and students. 
  • To work pro-actively to forward the success and vision of the department. 
  • To be responsible for creating and maintaining a safe working environment. 
  • To observe and keep aware of health and Safety documentation and procedures in line with College Policy. 
  • To undertake classroom or workshop risk assessments if required.
  • To liaise and agree a programme of learning with the Head of Department. 
  • Organise an induction programme for learners.


Please see attached for the full Job Description


Skills, Knowledge and Expertise


  • A minimum of Level 3 vocational qualification in Plumbing
  • Assessor Award (A1 or equivalent) 
  • A teaching qualification (or a willingness to work towards one within a stipulated time period)
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the Plumbing industry and the range of qualification offered to the industry Awareness of a range of up to date learning strategies and assessment methodologies for plumbing learning and teaching.
  • Demonstrate E-literacy and competence in Microsoft Office for administrative tasks and to produce student-centred learning materials which appeal to different learner styles and promote autonomy  



Please see attached for the full Person Specification 


Staff Benefits


  • Generous paid holiday entitlement of 40 days, exclusive of College closure days and public holidays. Pro rata for part time roles.
  • One Selfie Day per year
  • Contributory salary pension scheme (Teachers Pension) 
  • Continuing Professional Development for all staff 
  • Laptop Salary Sacrifice Scheme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Private Healthcare Scheme
  • £500 Refer a friend and earn a reward 
  • Subsidised cafes - at both campuses
  • Employee Assistance Programme – Staff have access to this programme. It is a free and strictly confidential short-term counselling and support service (up to six meetings after an initial assessment session with a qualified counselor) 
  • The College offers an eye sight test for anyone who meets the criteria as described within the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations.
  • Progressive family friendly policies (exceeding statutory requirements) that supports a health work/life balance, all staff are entitled to request flexible working. 
  • Discounted treatments at the Academy, Bath Campus
  • Free parking at the Somer Valley Campus in Radstock
Welcome to Bath College, a vibrant and successful College with two campuses, one in the centre of Bath and one in the rural setting of Radstock.

We pride ourselves on providing training for the region’s future workforce by offering courses in both vocational and traditional academic subjects to students from across Bath, Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire and beyond.

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