Role
Technical Lecturer - Brickwork
Location
Bedford College - Cauldwell Street Campus
Salary and Benefits
Salary is between £33,048 and £38,169 per annum DOE and qualifications, plus a market supplement of up to £10,000 per annum. 45 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Teacher's pension. Retail and leisure discounts. Professional and personal development opportunities. Access to college courses.
Hours and Weeks
37 hours per week - 52 weeks per year.
Contract Type
Permanent - Full Time.
Right to work in the UK required. No sponsorship. Evidence of right to work required.
About the role
We are currently seeking a Technical Lecturer in Brickwork to join our Construction department at The Bedford College Group.
- Teaching, Learning & Student Achievement - Deliver high quality teaching, assessment and verification across a range of programmes and levels, supporting learners to achieve success and realise their full potential.
- Curriculum Planning & Innovation - Develop up to date schemes of work and engaging learning materials, contributing proactively to curriculum development and innovative teaching practice.
- Assessment, Progress & Quality Assurance - Monitor and track learner progress, provide timely feedback, meet awarding body standards and contribute to internal quality assurance and course review processes.
- Learner Support, Tutorials & Enrichment - Provide effective tutorial support, promote positive behaviour and enhance learning through employer engagement, work experience and enrichment opportunities.
- Leadership, Collaboration & Professional Practice - Support curriculum leadership, mentor staff, contribute to course management and recruitment activities, and uphold safeguarding, EDI, health & safety and CPD standards.
About you
- Qualifications & Construction Expertise - Level 3 qualification in Bricklaying with a teaching qualification (Level 3 Education & Training), supported by industry experience or FE teaching background and strong knowledge of construction developments.
- Teaching, Learning & Student Experience - Ability to deliver high quality teaching and practical training, creating engaging environments that support learner achievement and progression.
- Workshop Management & Health & Safety - Ensure safe and compliant operation of workshops, maintaining equipment and adhering to current health and safety regulations within construction settings.
- Communication, Organisation & Teamwork - Strong organisational and interpersonal skills, able to meet deadlines, build effective relationships across the College and contribute positively to team performance.
- Professional Values, Flexibility & Safeguarding - Committed to safeguarding, equality and continuous professional development, with a flexible approach to working across sites and supporting marketing and engagement activities.
Values and Expectations
- Valuing Teamwork - We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
- Improving Continuously - We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
- Student Centred - At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
- Inclusive - We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
- Open and Caring - We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
- Nurturing Education Excellence - We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.
Safeguarding and Vetting
The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.
