Part Time Lecturer Ceramics

Job Description

The Role:Shipley College is situated in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Saltaire and is committed to high standards, encouraging staff and students to do their best and to aim high. Shipley College is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. Do you have the necessary qualifications, skills and/or experience to deliver teaching, learning and assessment and contribute to the effectiveness and success in either, Horticulture, Garden Design, floristry, Ceramics or Ballroom Dance Are you able to commit to flexible working hours to include evenings and weekends This lecturing role includes, but is not limited to, the following activities: Planning, preparing, teaching/delivering modules and supporting learning Providing guidance, support and tutorship for learner groups and individuals, as appropriate Meeting both external and internal quality assurance processes in relation to programmes Developing and growing relationships with partnership organisations Carrying out academic administration duties as requiredShipley College is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. PRIME OBJECTIVES OF THE POSTAs a Lecturer you will be (or become) an excellent classroom practitioner who consistently demonstrates the highest standards of delivery, is fully committed to raising attainment and acutely aware of the strategies required to achieve the highest standards within your subject area.As a Lecturer you may from time to time be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility defined in this job description at the initial place of work or at other locations in the College catchment area.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To provide the highest quality teaching, learning and assessment to learners using the most appropriate and innovative methods whilst celebrating difference and promoting diversity To produce the highest quality learning and assessment materials and assignments and use the most up to date and appropriate resources to support learning and assessment To undertake formal assessment of learner achievement and offer clear and timely feedback on progress and opportunities for progression to learners To ensure the smooth running of courses, including timely and accurate completion of student attendance records, retention and achievement records, end of course information etc To maintain excellent classroom management and student discipline whilst observing College regulations To have well-developed strategies in place to keep learners safe and to support them to develop their own understanding of the risks in order to keep themselves and others safe To carry out a full evaluation of the course(s); maintain the course file, support the effective use of satisfaction surveys, complete the course review documentation as required, and act upon recommendations for course improvement as part of the College quality system To establish, where appropriate, effective working relationships with examining and accrediting bodies, support correct registration and exam entries for learners on courses. To work with Head of Teaching, Learning, Assessment Quality and follow the Colleges Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) systems for internal verification, external verifier and moderator visits and to undertake Internal Verification duties as required To assist the Head of Sector and team in the planning and costing of new programmes taking into account curriculum changes, labour market requirements and other relevant factors To contribute to curriculum development and establishing a culture of continuous improvement and innovation To provide learners with regular reports of progress and offer clear guidance on how to improve performance to reach their potential To advise the Head of Sector/budget holder on any required equipment and materials To maintain a current knowledge of the subject area, developments in further education and training, the regulations that apply to particular programmes and, where appropriate, industrial and commercial trends that may relate to education and training. To attend and take part in the Colleges half termly Quality Improvement (QI) days as part of this process. To attend Course Team, Sector and College meetings and external meetings appropriate to the post To represent the College on appropriate and agreed public occasions, such as recruitment events, and to promote the best interests of the institution by creating a positive impression of the College in the minds of potential clients To contribute to the marketing and promotion of courses in the SectorTo Apply: Download and complete an application pack from www.shipley.ac.uk. Email to jobs@shipley.ac.uk.