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Lecturer in Plumbing (Stamford College)

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to contribute effectively to the successful learning experiences of students at Stamford College through effective teaching that meets or exceeds standards of the education group and results in high levels of student retention and achievement.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to meeting the Professional Teaching Standards in support of the learner journey. You will teach and assess on a range of Plumbing courses from Level 1 to 4 (HND) and possibly other related programmes. This role includes course co-ordination and possibly internal verification/moderation.

The main duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to the following areas:

  • Undertake teaching activities in the curriculum area, ensuring high quality of
    provision, in response to learners’ needs and in line with Professional Teaching
    Standards
  • Be responsible to the Head of Faculty and Assistant Principal for an agreed teaching
    programme in Plumbing and other related areas determined within the prevailing
    conditions of service
  • Assess student work, provide constructive and timely feedback to motivate and inspire
    the learner to improve and record learners’ progress for identified modules
  • Create SMART targets, record and monitor progress against them. Implement positive
    interventions where needed, for students undertaking identified modules
  • Work collaboratively and innovatively with managers and colleagues to design,
    develop, manage and review programmes in the curriculum area
  • Develop course materials, schemes of work, group profiles etc. as required and make
    these available prior to course starting dates and are made available through the
    College’s shared information systems
  • Deliver academic tutorials to provide students with feedback on progress and
    formative guidance on how to improve performance to assure success
  • Ensure all Health and Safety procedures are followed and assist in the maintenance of
    high standards of Health and Safety throughout the department and College
  • Contribute fully to the co-ordination, development, promotion and delivery of the
    range of courses offered by the College as required and will promote, manage and
    develop appropriate short courses as led by market forces or local/national needs
  • Carry out internal verification duties in line with quality assurance processes
  • Work experience is an integral part of many courses and the post holder will be
    expected to assist in finding and monitoring work experience placements and in
    liaising with employers and the College to provide quality links
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with learners and provide support to ensure
    successful outcomes
  • Contribute to the marketing of courses, learner IAG and enrolment processes

Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold a Level 5 Teaching qualification (e.g. DTTLS, Diploma in Education and Training, Cert Ed or PGCE) or be willing to work towards achieving this through CPD (see notes within the person specification), a minimum level qualification to teach subjects at Level 3 or 4, HND, degree or professional industry qualifications. The successful candidate will possess a minimum of Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English Language and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or other Level 2 equivalent qualifications.

An Assessor Award such as A1/TQA/CAVA is essential.

Schedule

37 hours per week, all year round

Pension

23.8% employer contribution through Teachers Pension Scheme.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At IEG we are passionate about creating environments where can people can be themselves at work, where individuals are respected and valued for the differences they bring, where people fit together in effective teams, rather than seek to fit in. If, you think differently don’t let that be a barrier to applying for a role with us.

We thrive through embracing our differences including our culture, ethnicity, disability, gender, age, religion and sexual preference.

Our commitment is to reflect the diversity of the students we support in both our workforce and other stakeholders. Our goal is to create an environment where those we employ are supported whatever difference they bring.

Frequently Asked Questions

Normal working hours of 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, 8.30am to 4.30pm Friday

Yes extensive free parking is available at all our locations.

Sponsorship and financial support to achieve Degree Level and Professional qualifications is available upon application.

We have an on-site nursery at our Peterborough Campus, and also offer childcare vouchers to support nursery fees here and at other locations.

Our generous holiday entitlement starting from 41 days of paid leave for full-time employees also hugely supports our working parents, and for some roles, term-time only contracts are available.

You will also find above-average occupational maternity and adoption benefits with up to 12 months off work, and access to paternity and shared parental leave scheme.

The Senior Leadership Team truly care for the wellbeing of staff and students and are actively involved in not only ensuring professional training is available, but that support for personal and professional problems is also accessible. Our free ‘Employee Assistance Programme’ offers access to a wide range of wellbeing resources and programmes including a counselling helpline if required.

Aside from delivering above-average generous holiday and pension benefits, we offer awards and vouchers, and encourage contribution to recognition schemes to ensure staff feel valued and appreciated.

Both locations offer impressive on-site gym and fitness suites, free-parking, well-stocked libraries, and a number of eateries including a Costa at Peterborough and a Starbucks at Stamford.

Peterborough College also has an on-site nursery rated ‘good’ by Ofsted.

Summary

Stamford College
Unqualified: £25,934 – £30,476 per annum including Market Rate Allowance. Qualified: Up to £38,741 per annum including Market Rate Allowance
Full-time, Permanent
37 days per year, plus bank holidays and discretionary days.
03/12/2023