Biology Practical Skills Expert

The Biograd Group

Liverpool, Birmingham

On-site

GBP 46,000 - 64,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave

Enhanced maternity leave

Enhanced paternity leave

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Job summary

The Biograd Group is seeking experienced Biology Practical Skills Experts to deliver A Level required practical work and assess learners against CPAC and apparatus and techniques. You will deliver practical sessions, assess learner performance and keep records to communicate outcomes to consortium exam centres and awarding organisations.

Roles may include upskilling adult learners who support Level 3 biology teaching and assessment across schools, colleges and tuition centres.

Qualifications

BSc in Biology or a relevant Science Teaching degree.
A Level Practical Endorsement Certification, to be completed if successful.
Understanding of the British education sector.
Qualified Teacher Status and/or experience teaching within the Higher Education sector.
MSc or PhD in a relevant science subject (desirable).
Two years’ teaching experience (desirable).
Experience with laboratory equipment (desirable).
Experience writing risk assessments (desirable).
Experience assessing A Level Science practical work (desirable).
Experience with SEN learners and inclusive teaching (desirable).

Responsibilities

Deliver small-group teaching to 1–15 learners.
Assess learner performance against CPAC and assessment criteria.
Maintain learner progress records and communicate outcomes to centres.
Attend training and meetings; undertake admin duties.
Test and troubleshoot equipment to ensure fit-for-purpose activities.
Help learners meet required standards and complete assessments.
Adhere to health and safety guidance and risk assessments.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Decision making

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Documentation review

Negotiation

Problem solving

Education

BSc in Biology

A Level Practical Endorsement

UK education understanding

QT status/HE teaching experience

MSc/PhD (desirable)

Job description

We are looking for experienced Biology Practical Skills Experts to deliver A Level Biology required practical work and assess learners against the Common Practical Assessment Criteria (CPAC) and the required Apparatus and Techniques.

You will deliver practical sessions, assess learner performance and maintain records of learner progress so that practical endorsement outcomes can be communicated accurately to consortium examination centres and awarding organisations.

There may also be opportunities to upskill and assess adult learners who directly or indirectly support Level 3 Biology practical teaching and assessment within schools, colleges and tuition centres.

Successful applicants will receive a full day’s training to support their understanding of the current A Level Biology practical work assessment specification requirements common to AQA, Pearson Edexcel, Eduqas and OCR.

£1,000 per week (for weeks worked). Work is offered on a casual, ad hoc basis and is dependent on demand.

Location

Recruitment to work in one of the following areas in person:

Liverpool
Birmingham
North Hampshire

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Assessment

Deliver small-group teaching to between 1 and 15 learners.
Adhere to company policies and procedures.
Maintain learner records of progress against assessment criteria.
Attend training and meetings.
Undertake associated administrative duties.
Test course equipment and troubleshoot any problems so that practical activities are fit for purpose and adapted accordingly.
Ensure learners are provided with sufficient opportunities to meet the required standards and complete the assessment successfully.
Complete learner assessments in line with regulatory requirements.

Health and Safety

Review all relevant provided risk assessments.
Take overall responsibility for health and safety during practical work sessions.
Ensure learners understand and follow health and safety guidance.
Ensure all learners complete the relevant health and safety assessments.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications and Knowledge

BSc in Biology or a relevant Science Teaching degree.
A Level Practical Endorsement Certification, to be completed if successful.
Understanding of the British education sector.
Qualified Teacher Status and/or experience teaching within the Higher Education sector.

Desirable Qualifications

MSc or PhD in a relevant science subject.
Minimum of two years’ teaching experience.
Experience working with laboratory equipment.
Experience writing risk assessments.
Experience preparing chemical solutions.
Experience assessing A Level Science practical work.
Experience working within a multicultural setting.
Experience in quality assurance.
Experience working with SEN learners and adapting lessons to their needs.

Skills and Attributes

Strong communication skills with a proven ability to convey complex information to learners and colleagues.
Ability to take initiative and work without supervision.
Confidence in making decisions within your area of expertise.
Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively as part of a team.
Ability to work calmly under pressure and adapt readily to changing circumstances.
Ability to review documentation and make appropriate amendments within set guidelines.
Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to reach agreements.
Ability to analyse and solve problems.

Additional Information

This role requires flexibility and a willingness to work across different teaching schedules and venues as required.

Pre-Employment Checks

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check , verification of your right to work in the UK , and the receipt of two satisfactory professional references .

If you’re passionate about delivering outstanding practical science education and helping learners achieve success, we’d love to hear from you.