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PLEASE NOTE, ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE ON THE SOUTH ESSEX COLLEGE WEBSITE, USING THE FOLLOWING LINK, WILL BE CONSIDERED;

https://jobs.southessex.ac.uk/rEcruit/Recruitment/Vacancies.aspx

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced manager in ESOL to lead and manage our cross college ESOL provision at South Essex Colleges Group.

This role will be responsible for the 16-19, and Adult provision and will work in conjunction with the Executive Director for Curriculum. We are looking for a motivated and suitably qualified individual to join our experienced team. This is an exciting time for South Essex Colleges Group as we have recently agreed our ambitious strategic plan for the next four years and are working to grow and develop the curriculum across the College Group.

The post holder will ensure the needs of our learners come first and that every learner will be provided with opportunities to achieve their full potential within a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment. You will be required to deliver high quality learning and teaching ensuring that you are maintaining standards expected by the College, awarding and professional bodies, industry, stakeholders and learners. You are expected to develop appropriate teaching techniques and materials which enable all learners to achieve their full potential and take account of educational initiatives.

This role is based across all of our sites at Southend City College, Thurrock College and Basildon College

As a minimum, candidates will ideally possess the following:

A recognised teaching qualification (PGSE / CertEd / DTLLS or DeT)
Proven management experience of wide ranging ESOL provision in a large, diverse education provider. Experience with Functional Skills, and entry level courses would be beneficial
Successful outstanding teaching practice
Proven experience of curriculum leadership & development.
Be highly motivated and enthusiastic about their subject area and outcomes for learners.
A good understanding of the current national developments in ESOL practice
A clearly demonstrated commitment to professional development
A clearly demonstrated commitment to collaborative working

Information about the School

South Essex College is at the heart of community transformation, working with young people and local employers helping to make a difference. We are the largest provider of technical and vocational education and training for 16-18 year olds, adults and apprenticeship provision within Essex – and we are growing!

With over 1000 staff working across our 5 campus locations, there are plenty of exciting opportunities to choose from including Support, Management, Academic (Teaching and Teaching Support) and Specialist positions. Plus a range of support for industry professionals who are looking to get into teaching.

In return we offer competitive salaries and some amazing benefits......

• Flexible working options
• Holidays 30/35/40 days dependant on role type
• Additional college closure efficiency days
• Career development opportunities
• Training opportunities for both academic and support staff
• Free breakfast at all campuses during term time
• Free Eye test and contribution towards glasses for VDU users
• Enhanced sick pay and family (subject to policy terms)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flu Jabs

For more information and a full list of vacancies we have on offer, please visit our website www.southessex.ac.uk and go to careers at South Essex College.