Programme Leader - Classical Civilisation
Exeter College
Devon
- Expired
- Salary:
- £22,034 – 35,456 per annum plus excellent benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 3 February 2019
Job overview
The Faculty of English, Languages and IB is dedicated to providing high quality teaching and learning experiences across a range of A level courses including English Literature, English Language, Modern Foreign Languages and Classical Civilisation. The Faculty also leads our very successful International Baccalaureate programme at the College. The progression, success rates and progress of our learners are excellent. We are committed to supporting learners to achieve to the very best of their ability and are eager to continue to develop our enthusiastic and highly motivated group of staff to support this remit. We have an exciting opportunity to join the Faculty as a Programme Leader with responsibility for delivering and overseeing the co-ordination of A Level Classical Civilisation and we are looking for an outstanding teacher with a strong sense of vision to build on the strengths of our existing provision and to take this course forward. We have the flexibility to offer this role on either a part-time (at least 0.5) or a full-time basis for the right candidate.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for motivating and supporting learners to maximise their potential. You will be a passionate advocate of Classics, and the value of the subject to learners today. Ideally you will be a subject specialist with previous experience of teaching Classics or Classical Civilisation at A Level, but applications from candidates with proven excellence in delivering linked subjects such as Literature or History at A Level will be considered. You will be ready to take on proactive and committed subject leadership, contributing confidently to the quality assurance and quality improvement of the course and demonstrating dedication to consistently honing and refining approaches to teaching, learning and assessment to achieve outstanding outcomes. As an innovative and creative practitioner, you will inspire high levels of learner engagement and enjoyment. You will have the ability to build productive working relationships with learners and to provide high-quality pastoral care as an A Level tutor.
Working within the Faculty of English, Languages and IB, you will also need to have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills and to be a strong communicator.
If you have the skills, commitment and vision to provide an exceptional experience for learners in A Level Classical Civilisation, this could be the opportunity for you and we would welcome your application.
To apply for this post please visit our website at www.exe-coll.ac.uk.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Sunday 3rd February 2019 at midnight.
Interviews will be held in Exeter on Thursday 14th February 2019.
Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure by the DBS.
We do not accept CV’s, no agencies please.
Exeter College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Exeter College is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and access for all, irrespective of age, background, race, gender, religion, ability, disability or sexuality. We welcome applications for employment from the whole community.
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About Exeter College
Why Work For Us?
Exeter College is an Ofsted Outstanding, multi award-winning education provider in Devon, but our vision to be an exceptional college is only made possible with the determination and enthusiasm of our staff. We offer a wide range of fulfilling roles across multiple sites, all with the opportunity for further training and development. We acknowledge our employees’ involvement in shaping futures and making a difference by offering amazing benefits and the opportunity to progress and grow in one of the most successful colleges in the South West.
Exeter College ranked 65th in the 2022 Best Companies League Tables as one of the UK’s Best Large Companies to work for, the third year in a row we have featured in the top 100. A Disability Confident employer, we aim to provide an environment where all staff can thrive because they feel valued, engaged and challenged. If you would like to join our team of exceptional people, please have a look at our vacancies below.
Our Benefits
We depend on exceptional people to sustain our outstanding performance and reward staff for their hard work. We provide an array of progressive benefits to encourage a healthy work-life balance, including:
🔹 We offer two defined benefits pension schemes, one for teachers and one for support staff
🔹 Generous Annual Leave entitlement as well as a two-week Christmas shutdown
🔹 We have an onsite gym, Central Fitness, and a variety of classes including spinning, yoga and Pilates, which is affordable and discounted for staff
🔹 Staff Development including away days for employees – more info below
🔹 We offer a cycle scheme that saves you 26-40% on a bike and accessories. You pay nothing upfront and can spread the cost of new equipment over a year
🔹 Our @34 restaurant offers a range of eat-in and takeaway options at very reasonable prices with staff discount
🔹 Owlets Nursery is part of the Exeter College Group, providing high quality childcare at a short walk from the College
🔹 Get discounts on over 1200 retailers with our Sodexo platform, plus the ability to get an NUS Card
🔹Staff can receive a voucher every 2 years which will pay for the basic eye test
🔹 Our H2B spa and salon offers a wonderful pampering experience at discounted rates
Principal
John Laramy
Values and vision
Exeter College aims to be an outstanding, dynamic and thriving college, working with partners to provide inspirational education and training.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and we expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
For further information on the College’s commitment visit our Safeguarding page.
Ofsted report
“As a result of the highly motivated, skilled and experienced staff, the quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding. Lecturers provide learners with challenging work that prepares them extremely well for their next steps. The colleges uses its excellent links with schools, employers and other agencies to understand, and respond quickly to the education and training needs of the local area.”
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