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Community Teacher – ESOL

Community Teacher – ESOL

Nelson and Colne College

Lancashire

  • Expired
Salary:
£24,306.00 per annum
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Apply by:
15 November 2016

Job overview

(Fixed Term Contract)

Are you a student focused and experienced ESOL Teacher looking for a new challenge? If so, then look no further!

Lancashire Adult Learning (LAL) is an adult education college providing opportunities for individuals to learn, develop, work and prosper, at all stages of life. The college is focused on making Lancashire a place where everyone matters; a place where everyone can enjoy equal and quality life chances, and be respected in their communities.

Due to a growth in our provision, we are now looking for an ESOL teacher to join our Preparation for Life, English and Maths division – delivering Outstanding sessions to our community learners. Initially on a fixed term contract basis until the end of the academic year, the successful candidate will be a vital addition to the team, and will share our passion for providing all of our learners with a fantastic holistic learning experience.

Key duties include:

  • Teaching on a range of community adult programmes in ESOL, delivering effective learning.
  • Planning and preparing high quality teaching and learning.
  • Following procedures on RARPA for adult and community learners.
  • Ensuring provision is aligned with best practice in community learning.
  • Engaging in curriculum development and planning activities.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area
  • Possess a teaching qualification, or be willing to work towards one within the first three years of appointment
  • Demonstrate successful ESOL teaching experience
  • Highlight the ability to work with a diverse group of learners, delivering community based provision (desirable)

Due to the nature of our delivery, the successful candidate will be required to deliver sessions across Lancashire including the Fylde Coast, Preston and East Lancashire. As such, the ability to drive and access to a vehicle is highly desirable.

Apply today!

If you're interested in this position and would like more information, then please visit our website http://nelson-careers.co.uk/Vacancies/Details/42274 and complete the application form.

Closing Date – Tuesday 15th November at 12pm

About Nelson and Colne College

Nelson and Colne College, located in the town of Nelson, Lancashire, offers further education to 1,600 full-time students and 3,500 part-time adults. The college was founded during the reorganisation of education in Pendle in the early 1970s and created by the merger of several local sixth forms. 

Recent investments have included a £2m engineering facility, an all-weather sports pitch and gym, fully equipped science laboratories, and student study and social spaces. In January 2017, Nelson and Colne College launched a university centre to offer a range of higher education programmes in East Lancashire and beyond. 

Principal 

Amanda Melton 

Values and vision

Nelson and Colne College’s overarching vision is summed up in its commitment to “expanding horizons; excelling together; and always learning". It  promises to: put people at its centre; take care to understand each other’s individual qualities and needs; ensure that every single member of the college knows they matter; and celebrate individuality and recognise the strength of diversity.   

The college also promotes a “green” ethos among its students and staff, setting up a sustainability group to raise awareness of environmental issues. The whole college has signed up to challenging goals to reduce its carbon footprint.   

Ofsted report 

“The quality of teaching and learning is outstanding. Assessment is well planned and marking is thorough and helpful. The internal lesson observation system is rigorous and carefully moderated and helps improve the teaching and learning. Staff development is well focused on college priorities.” 

View Nelson and Colne College’s latest Ofsted report 

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