Carpentry Lecturer / Assessor - Bath College

Bath & North East Somerset Council; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement (40 days)

Contributory salary pension (Teachers’

Continuing Professional Development

Laptop Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Refer a friend bonus (£500)

Subsidised cafes on campus

Eye sight test under DSE regs

Flexible working options

Job summary

Bath College is seeking a dedicated lecturer to deliver wood occupation apprenticeships, combining classroom and workshop theory with on-site assessments in architectural Joinery and Site Carpentry. You will manage a caseload of workplace-based apprentices and work with the Apprenticeship Manager to maintain high quality outcomes.

The role focuses on practical teaching, assessment, and ongoing professional development within Bath College’s inclusive environment, serving learners across the

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths (GCSE or equivalent) at Grade C or above.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in carpentry/joinery.
• TAQA Assessor Award to be completed within 12 months.
• L5 teaching qualification or willingness to work towards.
• Full UK Driving Licence and use of own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide induction, assessment, training and teaching to apprentices.
• Teach, assess and support apprentices at college and in the workplace.
• Address apprentice queries while supervising them.
• Engage in promotional and marketing activities for the college.
• Undertake initial assessment and assist in action planning for apprentices.

Skills

English & Maths Level 2

NVQ Level 3 Carpentry/Joinery

TAQA Assessor Award

L5 Teaching Qualification

Driving Licence (UK)

Job description

Please note this is not a Bath & North East Somerset Council Vacancy.

Application Details

Unqualified Lecturer Salary (P25-P27 £30,348.15 - £32,186.70)

Qualified Lecturer Salary L5 and above (P27-P35 £32,186.70 - £40,015.50)

Exceptional candidates with the right skills and aptitudes may be eligible to receive an additional industry expertise uplift as part of the wider benefits of being a Bath College employee.

Key Purpose

To work with the Apprenticeship Manager to deliver a high-quality wood occupation apprenticeship programme including classroom and workshop theory and practical teaching. As well onsite (employer based) assessment and reviews in both architectural Joinery and Site Carpentry to all apprentices, that meets Bath College quality expectations, that prepares apprentices in both knowledge, skills and behaviours that meet the needs of the industry, the Apprenticeship Institute and End-Point Assessment criteria to a merit or distinction standard. Manage, review, assess and train a caseload of apprentices who are based in the workplace and are currently undertaking Apprenticeships. To ensure that the success rates of apprentices are at or above the level set by the College. Bath College is an inclusive education and training community, providing learning for people with a wide range of abilities from a far-reaching area, from entry level to Level 5 programmes. We are committed to meeting the needs of all our students. This is a very exciting time to join the College. The job posting can close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.

Key Responsibilities

• To provide induction, assessment, training, coaching, teaching and assessment to apprentices who are undertaking Apprenticeship Programmes and supporting qualification(s)
• Teach, asses, support, advise and assist apprentices during their training both at college and in the workplace.
• Deal with queries when supervising apprentices.
• Participate in the promotional and marketing aspects of the college.
• Undertake initial assessment of apprentices and assist in the apprentice actions planning

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

• Level 2 (e.g. GCSE) English and Maths at Grade C or above
• Qualified to NVQ Level 3, or equivalent, in a carpentry/joinery discipline.
• Assessor to demonstrate a commitment to complete the TAQA Assessor Award within a 12-month period.
• L5 teaching qualification or equivalent(or willingness to work towards) Full UK Driving Licence and use of own vehicle.

Staff Benefits

• Generous paid holiday entitlement of 40 days, exclusive of College closure days and public holidays. Pro rata for part time roles.
• One Selfie Day per year
• Contributory salary pension scheme (Teachers Pension)
• Continuing Professional Development for all staff
• Laptop Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Private Healthcare Scheme
• £500 Refer a friend and earn a reward
• Subsidised cafes - at both campuses
• Employee Assistance Programme Staff have access to this programme. It is a free and strictly confidential short-term counselling and support service (up to six meetings after an initial assessment session with a qualified counselor)
• The College offers an eye sight test for anyone who meets the criteria as described within the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations.
• Progressive family friendly policies (exceeding statutory requirements) that supports a health work/life balance, all staff are entitled to request flexible working.
• Discounted treatments at the Academy, Bath Campus
• Free parking at the Somer Valley Campus in Radstock

About Bath College

Welcome to Bath College, a vibrant and successful College with two campuses, one in the centre of Bath and one in the rural setting of Radstock.

We pride ourselves on providing training for the region’s future workforce by offering courses in both vocational and traditional academic subjects to students from across Bath, Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire and beyond.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.