Course Leader - Business

TN United Kingdom; Long Lee; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Business Studies Course Leader to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs. This role involves delivering A-level and T Levels, assessing student progress, and adapting curriculum delivery to meet diverse learning needs. The college is committed to fostering an inclusive and empowering environment, providing excellent facilities and opportunities for professional development. Join a dedicated team that values integrity and aims to improve the life chances of its learners. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in education while enjoying a supportive work culture.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discounted travel options

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities

Memberships and discounts

Qualifications

• Hold an Honours Degree and relevant teaching experience for 16-18 year-olds.
• Possess a L5 Teaching Qualification and a vocational qualification in teaching science.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess essential knowledge to learners while inspiring and motivating them.
• Adapt teaching methods and develop effective schemes of work and resources.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Development

Student Assessment

Motivational Skills

Adaptability

Education

Honours Degree in relevant subject

L5 Teaching Qualification (e.g. Cert Ed, PGCE)

Vocational qualification in teaching science

Job description

Keighley College is looking for an outstanding Business Studies Course Leader to teach A-level and T Levels.

Our College prides itself on its students’ journeys to success. It is driven by hard work and the strong belief that every student has the capacity to excel, regardless of their background. We offer a range of A level, T Levels, Vocational and GCSE subjects and are committed to providing an exceptional experience, with outcomes to match.

What You Will Do

• Deliver and assess essential knowledge and understanding to learners.
• Be responsible for recording student progress, motivate and inspire students to achieve targets and develop their skills to enable progression.
• Reflect on what works best in teaching and learning to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Adapt curriculum delivery methods to maximise their effectiveness, including through the use of technology.
• Plan, prepare and develop effective schemes of work, lesson plans, teaching and learning resources including the development of online learning resources for identified modules.
• Deliver inspiring sessions across the curriculum using a wide range of teaching methods for identified modules.
• Develop and employ effective assessment activities for identified modules.
• Assess student work, provide constructive and timely feedback to motivate and inspire the learner to improve and record learners’ progress for identified modules.

About You

• You will hold an Honours Degree in a relevant subject, have relevant experience in teaching these to 16-18 year-olds up to level 3.
• Holds a L5 Teaching Qualification (e.g. Cert Ed, PGCE).
• Relevant highest level vocational qualification or degree in teaching science as a subject.
• Inspire, motivate and engage the next generation of entrepreneurs.
• Act with honesty and integrity to maintain high standards of ethics and professional standards.
• Manage and promote restorative practice approaches and the strengthening of relationships.
• Role model and promote a positive image of the college.
• Comply with all legislative and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Annual leave entitlement: If you work full time, you'll get at least 27 days holiday plus bank holidays and up to 5 discretionary closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff). Support Staff 27 days (increasing to 32 days after 5 years service) Academic 37 days Senior Management 37 days.
• Memberships and discounts: employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).
• Travel and commuting: discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities: including staff development days.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: this will vary depending on role requirements.

About Us

Keighley College has excellent modern facilities and provides a professional and friendly environment. We pride ourselves on working closely with employers, the local community and other stakeholders to provide curriculum and support that meets the needs of our students. Our core purpose is to improve the life chances of our learners. We are passionate about helping our students to achieve their goals. We have state-of-the-art facilities in a central location, close to public transport links and great industry connections.

Choosing to work for Keighley College means that you will be part of an enterprising, inclusive, inspiring, collaborative, empowering, and dynamic environment. We hope that we will be part of the next step in your career and look forward to welcoming you to Keighley College.

SAFEGUARDING

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references.