Lecturer in Biology

Location: West Bromwich

Working Hours: 37 Hours

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £25,615 - £38,748

Central Saint Michael’s Sixth Form College is changing the face of A-Level provision in Sandwell. Since opening in September 2012, the sixth form has grown to over 500 AS, A Level and Diploma students. We are based in a unique dedicated sixth form in the arts centre formally known as 'The Public' in the centre of West Bromwich. This means we are an exciting place to work and develop your career.

We offer competitive pay and excellent rewards including:

• Excellent annual leave for Lecturers plus bank holiday allowance

• Competitive pension scheme

• A variety of health and wellbeing programmes

• Discounted gym membership

• Progressive career development and training with regular ‘Appreciation Days’

We are looking for an enthusiastic, well qualified and dedicated Lecturer to teach AS and A Level Biology as well as potentially contribute to the Btec in Applied Science. As part of this role you could also be expected to provide pastoral support to one or more tutor groups. The successful candidate would be expected to commence employment for the start of the 2020-21 academic year.

You will contribute to the development and delivery of our academic provision in Biology and related disciplines including associated academic operational responsibilities to ensure an excellent student experience.

This is a great opportunity to really make a difference at Central Saint Michael’s to enhance the quality of teaching provision and programme development, whilst drawing on leading practices from further education and other sectors. Your excellent communications skills and knowledge will engage and motivate our students to achieve their full potential.

An academic background in A Level Biology is preferred along with a recognised teaching qualification, (L5 or above). We will also consider someone who is willing to work towards obtaining this qualification. We are looking for an individual who not only has a great theoretical understanding of Biology and its practices but also a willingness to share knowledge and expertise with our students to inspire them for future career development.

To view the full job description, please click see the attached document or for further information, please contact the HR Lead for Recruitment: sophie.addington@sandwell.ac.uk

Closing date is 9th June. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date.

Interviews: First stage interviews will take place towards the end of June 2020 

Sandwell College group is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications form all.