Teacher of Professional Studies in Construction
Tameside College
Tameside
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 10 March 2020
Job overview
Tameside College in Ashton-Under-Lyne Greater Manchester, is a diverse and vibrant further education college that offers a wide range of courses including A level and advanced level vocational study programmes, apprenticeships and adult courses up to degree Level. We aim to give all our students an exceptional experience. We believe that attending college is not just about achieving a qualification, we aim to give learners every opportunity to develop their full potential in a supportive and friendly environment. We believe in excellence and we have high expectations of staff and students, outstanding teaching and a superb working environment (as part of the Vision Tameside £100 million+ accommodation strategy).
As a result of our expanding construction curriculum we are investing in a purpose build construction skills centre, alongside this we are developing our curriculum offer to provide aspirational progression opportunities for our learners. As part of these exciting developments we wish to recruit a knowledgeable and inspirational addition to our team.
You will be responsible for planning and delivering teaching/learning programmes using a flexible range of strategies; taking responsibility for the quality of your own teaching and related curriculum development. You will be developing learning resources/materials to meet individual learner needs, you will assess student progress against highly personalised progress targets. You will be a strong team player with excellent communication skills.
You will have a genuine desire to improve the life chances of our learners. Tameside College has an excellent reputation, and this is a real opportunity for you to make a difference in people’s lives.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, resilient and highly motivated individual with Literacy and Numeracy to at least Level 2, you must have a Level 4 qualification or above in a relevant subject that equips you to deliver a Level 3 BTEC in Building Services.
A Level 4 teaching qualification, Certificate in Education/ PGCE/Bachelor of Education, is desirable at application or you will be required to achieve Level 5 Diploma (DTLLS) or equivalent within 3 years of appointment. Relevant assessor qualifications – IQA/A1/V1 and evidence of current Continuous Professional Development is desirable.
Come join us on our journey to outstanding!
Closing date for applicants: 10th March 2020
Interviews 17th March 2020
About Tameside College
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."
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