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Head of English and ESOL

Head of English and ESOL

Tameside College

Tameside

Salary:
Salary £34,742 - £38,145
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
13 October 2019

Job overview

Based in Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, Tameside College is a further education college that offers a wide range of courses including Full-Time, Part-Time, Apprenticeships and University Level. We aim to give all our students an exceptional experience. 


We believe in excellence and back that up with high standards, real working environments and great teaching. We also believe that attending college is about more than achieving a qualification, important though that is. That is why we aim to give every person the opportunity to develop their full potential in a supportive and friendly environment.


As a Head of English and ESOL, you will support the development of the English & ESOL provision across the College and support the management team in maximising the use of physical resources and utilisation of staff.


Developing and implementing policies and procedures which support the quality improvement of English & ESOL, you will encourage members of the team to deliver appropriate curriculum and ensure the sharing of good practice whilst actively leading on quality compliance and enhancement.


In addition, you will also act as a course coordinator for a group of programmes and plan and deliver teaching/learning programmes using a flexible range of strategies and teaching materials.


Applicants for this role must have recent experience of teaching and leading on a range of programmes up to level 3, of developing and planning programmes and setting and achieving improvement targets. With a relevant degree or equivalent, you must hold a teaching qualification (Cert Ed or PGCE) and have up to date knowledge of current standards. 


Closing date: 14th October, noon


About Tameside College

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+44 161 9086600

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Tameside College is a coeducational further education establishment. It is situated in the town of Ashton-under-Lyne, in Lancashire. It gives students a range of qualifications to choose from. This includes BTEC, Apprenticeships and degrees. The college also manages and owns Clarendon Sixth Form College, Camp Street, Ashton under Lyne, Lancashire OL6 6DF.  

Principal

Jackie Moores 

Values and Vision

Tameside College aims to give every student a high-quality education with the help and support from teachers who specialise in specific subjects. The college allows students to gain the necessary skills to reach employment and gives financial help to those within the community. The aim of this is to improve the local economy. Every pupil is treated equally to others. The school believes students should be respectful and tolerant of others, no matter what background they come from. It values diversity and celebrates the achievements of every pupil. It also values professionalism, transparency and dedication to learning. 

Ofsted report

“The college makes a very significant difference to learners’ lives, as the majority of learners come from challenging backgrounds; many learners develop strong work-related skills through a range of successful college-based initiatives which develop self-confidence and work-readiness; learners enjoy and take pride in studying at the college. Success rates are very high for apprentices and workplace learners. Support from staff helps learners to overcome barriers to learning; learners use of the virtual learning environment (VLE) well to consolidate learning and develop study and research skills. Teachers’ high levels of industrial experience and good links with employers enthuse and motivate learners."

View Tameside College’s latest Ofsted report 

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Applications closed