This post will cover both Aberystwyth and Cardigan Campus.
The post of Lecturer in GCSE Maths and Essential Skills Wales Application of Number (AoN) is important for the future of the College. In this regard, we seek to appoint an individual with the necessary passion, enthusiasm and commitment to ensure that the highest standards are achieved in this discipline.
The appointment is for a 0.7 permanent lecturer to join our Skills team to deliver GCSE Maths and Essential Skills Wales (AoN) to 16-18 learners on full-time college programmes and parttime learners attending GCSE evening classes.We seek an enthusiastic and determined Maths teacher to ensure learners are engaged with the subject and prepared for assessment. A degree in Maths (or a related subject) is essential, as is a minimum of Level 2 in English. Experience in a similar environment, as well as qualified teaching status, would be preferred.
If you are looking for a career challenge, this opportunity promises to be rewarding and fulfilling. In this role, you will teach and support a diverse range of young people to enable them to fulfil the next stage of their career or educational aspirations. You will need exceptional communication skills and the ability to prioritise a challenging workload.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake the planning, teaching, assessment and coordination of programmes of study leading to qualifications within GCSE Maths and Essential Skills Wales AoN up to and including Level 3;
- Be a member of the College Quality Team and work with colleagues to ensure the quality of the GCSE Maths and Essential Skills Wales AoN programme at the College;
- Work with the Head of Lifelong Learning and Skills to implement the best teaching and learning practices to deliver the numeracy strategies of the College;
- Carry out any other duties as directed by the Principal/Chief Executive commensurate with the grade of the post at the initial place of work or other locations within the College.
Skills Knowledge and ExpertiseEssential Criteria:
- A relevant degree or equivalent qualification
- Teaching qualification (If you are not in possession of a teaching qualification as at the date of employment, you will be required to obtain a PGCE within 2 years of this date)
- GCSE English & Maths at minimum Grade C or O Level equivalent
- Documented evidence of appropriate Professional Development
- Good literacy/numeracy/digital literacy skills
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Ability to work harmoniously with learners and colleagues
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Excellent punctuality and ability to work flexibly
Desirable Criteria:
- Relevant teaching experience
- A good understanding of relevant issues in post 16 education
- A proven track record of high levels of learner attainment
- Awareness of key performance indicators
- Evidence of innovative teaching and learning activities
- Evidence of effective tracking and monitoring of learner performance
- Experience of actively participating in the pastoral care of young people
For a full job description and to apply, please go to the following link: colegsirgar.pinpointhq dot com/en/postings/4a856ca1-1433-4654-ae84-ae2170fc1f7d
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £24,049.00-£44,011.00 per year
Expected hours: 25.9 per week
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 21/03/2024