We are seeking an enthusiastic and industry-informed Lecturer in Food and Drink to join our forward-thinking and supportive team.
Our Food and Drink Innovation Centre (FADIC) has gone from strength to strength since opening in 2018. We are proud of offer students an industry level environment in which to develop their skills. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to inspire and develop the next generation of professionals within the food, hospitality, and catering sectors.
We welcome applicants who are committed to excellence in teaching and learning, and who are keen to contribute to the ongoing development of innovative and relevant curriculum provision aligned to industry standards.
We are looking for a part-time Lecturer – Food and Drink (Bakery) for 22.2 hours per week (3 days).
Your duties
You will:
- Teach students attending full-time, part-time and short courses participating in curriculum development.
- Ensure the department meets the needs of changing industrial demand and College development.
- Participate in internal verification, auditing and other quality monitoring processes to ensure that all learners, customers and clients receive exemplary service and attention at all times.
For the full requirements of the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.
Person specification
The successful candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, abilities and qualities will include:
- A Level 3 Food and Drink / Bakery or related qualification.
- Relevant and up-to-date knowledge on industry techniques.
- Minimum of grade C in GCSE Maths and English Language (or equivalent)
- Experience of working within the food industry.
- Ideally a qualified teacher or be willing to work towards and achieve a Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Certificate in Education) or equivalent
For the full requirements of the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.
Benefits
There are too many benefits to working at Moulton College to include them all. Aside from the location (Moulton is located in the heart of the Northamptonshire countryside covering over 450 hectares, with a further 170 hectares rented as grazing for our livestock), Moulton College boasts a dedicated, skilled and experienced staff team and an aspirational student body. As a valued employee at Moulton College you will have access to:
- 44 days’ annual leave, including 8 bank holidays **
- A maximum of 5 College closure days **
- Eligibility to join the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (a defined benefit pension scheme with an employer contribution of 28.68%)
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits *
- High Street Discounts scheme with access to discounts at a host of retailers
- Opportunity for annual volunteering day *
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development of Moulton College employees
- Access to 24/7 Support Line for employees and close family household members
- A focused and committed Wellbeing group at the forefront of positive initiatives
- Healthcare cash plan *
- Discounted on-site Gym membership available
- Discounted nursery fees
- Free onsite parking
- Cycle to Work Scheme *
- Eye care vouchers*
- Online payslips
(* Subject to conditions / ** Pro rata for part time)
We help new employees settle in through central College induction events and local induction activities. We also provide a range of essential information through our online learning packages. These cover various topics including EDI, Safeguarding, Health & Safety at Work, to name a few.
How to apply
Applications may be reviewed and shortlisted upon receipt. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
The College is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Please note that, in line with current legislation, an online search will be undertaken as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates to prevent (or minimise the risk of) individuals being employed to work with young people who may be unsuitable to do so. Any specific concerns regarding any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, may then be discussed during the interview stage with the candidate.
All successful applicants will be required to undergo a range of checks in line with Keeping Children Safe In Education, including an enhanced background check conducted by the Disclosure & Barring Service prior to employment commencing.
To apply for this role, please download the college application form, complete and return via email to jobs@moulton.ac.uk; these are located on the College website at https://www.moulton.ac.uk/work...; Alternatively email jobs@moulton.ac.uk to request an application pack.
CV’s will not be considered.