HE Lecturer in Zoo and Wildlife Management
Derby College
Derby
- Expired
- Salary:
- £18,726 - £35,645 per annum pro rata
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 06/03/2019
- Apply by:
- 20 March 2019
Job overview
An exciting new degree programme is being planned to start at Derby College in September 2019 and we are recruiting for a full time Lecturer in Zoo and Wildlife Management. You will perform the role of Teacher in Zoo and Wildlife Management, undertaking preparation, delivery and marking of our Higher Education learning programme, ensuring achievement of agreed performance and quality targets. You will help with the planning of the degree programme and a range of modules at level 4, 5 and 6. You will be expected to strive to maintain above average success rates in all areas, using innovation within your teaching and assessing and utilising e-learning opportunities where appropriate.
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As part of the teacher role you will deliver the practical and theory aspects of the Animal and Zoo curriculum across levels 4, 5 and 6. You will be required to deliver high quality, inspirational teaching which encourages learners to reach their full potential, promoting progression on to higher level courses or preparing them for careers working within the equestrian industry. As part of the Animal and Zoo team you will be required to participate in the resourcing and preparation of the course delivery and assessment, undertake course administration including setting and reviewing academic targets with learners.
You will take an active part in course related trips and visits, recruitment of learners and supporting the work experience that learners undertake as part of their course, as well as ensuring that all college and University awarding body standards are met.
The successful candidate will have proven experience of providing outstanding support for learners and will be flexible, self-motivated and dedicated to student achievement and quality. Up to date knowledge and experience of zoo animal husbandry is essential, with knowledge and experience in a broad range of industry settings advantageous.
Module planning and delivery may vary, however, experience in Anthrozoology, Zoo Science and Taxonomy, Biodiversity and Ecology, Managing Volunteers and Research Skills would be advantageous. Prior teaching and assessing experience in a HE Animal/Zoo curriculum is essential, alongside a Masters in a relevant specialism, or willingness to work towards. It is advantageous to have a teaching qualification.
About Derby College
Derby College is a large general further education college with four sites in or near the city of Derby. It supports around 26,000 learners, who choose from more than 1,000 full-time and part-time apprenticeship, A-level, BTEC and NVQ courses.
Derby College was established as a single institution in 2002 by merging three further education colleges: Mackworth Tertiary College, Wilmorton Tertiary College and Broomfield Agricultural College. A merger between South East Derbyshire College and Derby College was approved in 2010. Heavy investment has been made by the college in its teaching and learning facilities, from the fully equipped teaching kitchens at the Roundhouse campus to the high-tech science labs at the Joseph Wright Centre and the Equestrian Centre at the Broomfield Hall campus.
Chief executive
Mandie Stravino
Values and vision
In its mission statement, Derby College states an ambition to provide inclusive, inspirational and innovative learning communities, predicting and serving the needs of its learners, the economy and society. Designed in collaboration with industry, business and the professions, the college’s vocational pathways concentrate on developing students’ employability skills through work experience and expert mentoring. Independent learning, critical thinking and research skills are developed in students aspiring to higher education in an environment that seeks to be challenging and interactive.
Ofsted report
“Teaching and learning are good, particularly in practical and vocational subjects. The college is a valued resource for the city of Derby and county of Derbyshire; it provides an inclusive and welcoming environment and high-quality facilities for teaching and learning.”
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