Job Description

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Lecturer in Technical Construction to design, develop, teach and assess on Technical Construction courses for full and part time students. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with CAD or surveying experience. The successful candidate will also undertake tutorial and pastoral duties.

Applications will be considered upon receipt.

The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments.Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills and experience. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Student Learning

1.1 Maintain a climate conducive to learning.

1.2 Create a climate for mutual planning with learners through effective communication, negotiation and advice.

1.3 Diagnose learners' needs and identify potential barriers to learning.

1.4 Design programme content to satisfy identified learning needs and awarding body standards.

1.5 Adopt appropriate pedagogic techniques and materials to deliver the programme and meet the learning objectives.

1.6 Organise and accompany students on trips and visits.

2. Curriculum Development

2.1 Contribute to the development of new programmes of study and programme plans.

2.2 Write programme aims and objectives.

2.3 Devise assessment specifications.

2.4 Evaluate and review the curriculum.

2.5 Conduct student follow-up, particularly the evaluation of curriculum aims in relation to student outcomes.

3. Pastoral Care

3.1 Assist learners to choose the learning programme that most effectively matches their hopes and aspirations.

3.2 Assist in the design of individual action plans and negotiate individual students' performance objectives.

3.3 Help learners identify and resolve matters which impede their progress.

3.4 Document individual student progress as directed by the Curriculum Area Manager.

4. Administration

4.1 Contribute to the effective and efficient working of the Department.

4.2 Maintain appropriate files and records.

4.3 Control resources as directed by Head of Department.

4.4 Implement College policies and rules.

4.5 Act as a tutor to groups of students.

5. General responsibilities

5.1 Contribute to the attainment of the College's strategic objectives, as appropriate.

5.2 Comply with all College policies, practices and procedures.

5.3. Take responsibility for personal development, attend conventions, conferences and other similar activities and updating events.

5.4. Participate in and promote the Professional Development and Appraisal schemes.

5.5 Undertake such duties as may reasonably be required of you, commensurate with your grade and general level of responsibility at your initial or present place

of work, or any other establishment for which the College provides services.

5.6 Take responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

NB In consultation with you this job description is liable to variation by College Managers to reflect or anticipate changes in the College's requirements.

Information about the School

Chelmsford College Group

Chelmsford College has a wide range of opportunities for about 450 full and part time employees making us one of the largest employers in Chelmsford.

At Chelmsford College, we put the learner at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share these values. Our commitments to our learners are reflected in the breadth of employment opportunities we offer.

Whether you are an experienced teacher, or possess good vocational qualifications and experience in industry and are considering either full time or part time teaching in further education, we would be pleased to hear from you.

We also have opportunities in a wide range of learning and business support activities such as student support, learning technologies, technician roles, IT support, finance, estates, human resources and staff development, student admissions, and general administration.

Chelmsford College offers exceptional personal and professional development opportunities. Other benefits include final salary pension schemes, competitive salary and annual leave arrangements, on site sports & fitness centre, free courses, staff discounts arranged with local retailers and highly flexible working arrangements for many of our positions.