Programme Leader - Science (Physics or Computer Science Specialism Preferred)
Exeter College
Devon
- Expired
- Salary:
- £23,520 - £38,840 and excellent benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 20/02/2023
- Apply by:
- 28 November 2022
Job overview
Due to the progression of a member of the team, an opportunity has arisen to join Exeter College to teach in the Outstanding Faculty of Maths and Science. The Faculty was awarded grade 1 in the Ofsted inspection in 2014 and has continued to grow its range of provision with improved Achievement and Value-Added ever since. We are primarily based in modern purpose-built facilities in the Maths and Science Centre. The College also has ambitious plans for the next phase of its development including a new centre to support our growth. Exeter College effectively provides a Sixth Form College for Exeter as well as drawing in students from across the region due to our reputation of excellence. The college is based a short walk from the thriving city centre in the heart of Devon, with all it has to offer, excellent road and rail links, plus the benefits of the nearby outstanding coast and countryside.
The Faculty predominantly delivers a range of maths and science courses at Level three including A Levels, BTEC Applied Science, maths and science courses within the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Access to HE. The faculty actively listens to its learners, and we have very positive learner feedback. You will be joining a team of experienced, supportive Programme Leaders with a passion for their subjects and a strong commitment to sharing ideas and resources. Each team is led by a Curriculum Area Manager. You will also benefit from wider provision within the Faculty, including a mentor, Tutorial Area Manager and the support of an Advanced Teaching Practitioner. As a Programme Leader you will work with the support of other existing Programme Leaders to carry out teaching and tutorial duties, and will have the opportunity to take on responsibility for a course that you deliver. The current post-holder primarily delivers physics and computer science at Level 3. Please ensure your subject specialism(s) is clear on your application.
Experienced teachers or newer entrants to the profession are invited to apply; we will be seeking to appoint a teacher with the greatest ability, enthusiasm and commitment to excellence in the classroom.
The closing date for receipt of completed application is the end of Monday 28th November.
Interviews: provisionally Friday 9th December.
Provisional start date Monday 20th February.
To apply for this post please visit our website at www.exe-coll.ac.uk
Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure by the DBS.
We do not accept CVs, no agencies please.
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.
Attached documents
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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