Expert Practitioner

eTeach UK Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational provider in Colchester is seeking an Expert Practitioner to enhance teaching and learning through innovative strategies and support for educators. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education, with qualifications in teaching and experience in digital technologies. This role involves mentoring staff and integrating emerging technologies like AI and VR into the curriculum, ensuring high-quality teaching and assessment practices.

Qualifications

• Education to level 3 or above and/or a professional qualification in a relevant subject area.
• Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Maths.
• Relevant teaching qualification with emphasis on digital technologies expertise.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and support to all teachers across the college.
• Advocate for innovative teaching strategies and digital technologies.
• Collaborate with the ILT team to integrate AI and VR in teaching.

Skills

Coaching and mentoring

Knowledge of pedagogical practices

Use of digital technologies

Education

Level 3 or above educational qualification

Relevant teaching qualification

Degree/Postgraduate qualification

Tools

AI technologies

Virtual Reality (VR)

Job description

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference
At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, working with us means being part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating opportunities for continuous professional growth and development. We are especially passionate about driving diversity and inspiring individuals from all backgrounds to thrive in careers across a wide range of sectors.

This position is located within our Hospitality Team. By joining our team, you'll help shape the future workforce and make a lasting impact on the lives of learners.

Job Title: Expert Practitioner

As an Expert Practitioner, you’ll support excellence in teaching, learning and assessment by supporting new and experienced staff. You would contribute to the delivery of HE teacher education programmes, and emerging various technologies, for example, AI and VR. You would also be teaching once a week in your specialist subject area.

In this role, you will:

• Provide coaching, mentoring and support to all teachers across the college.
• Advocate the use of innovative teaching strategies and digital technologies.
• Lead and contribute to CPD sessions.
• Collaborate with the college’s ILT team to research, develop and lead on the integration of technologies such as AI and VR.
• Model best practice and high-impact teaching, learning and assessment across curriculum teams.
• Contribute to quality improvement processes, including lesson observations, learning walks and the development of teaching resources.

Essential Qualifications:

• Education to level 3 or above and/or a professional qualification in a relevant subject area or equivalent.
• Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent.
• Relevant teaching qualification. A Degree/Postgraduate qualification or equivalent.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Coaching/mentoring qualification.
• Level 7 qualification or working towards, ideally Masters in Education.
• Assessor/Verifier qualification.

Essential Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years teaching in an FE environment.
• Knowledge and experience of current pedagogical practices and innovations in a further education setting.
• Using digital and emerging technologies (e.g. AI/VR) to support teaching and learning.
• Coaching and mentoring in an education context.
• Observation of teaching, learning and assessment across a range of provision including apprenticeships.

Desirable Experience:

• Delivering ITE programmes.
• Design and delivery of cross college CPD activities.

All applications will be assessed against the stated essential requirements, so please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet them.

We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.

Colchester Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We strive to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a Criminal Records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please note: Internal applicants are ineligible for the Skill Supplements and Introductory Initial Payment. External applicants will be eligible to receive this after successfully completing a 3-month probationary period.