Hourly Paid Lecturer in Welding

Darlington College; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Tees Valley seeks a passionate Lecturer to provide high quality teaching and support for students. This role includes developing curricula, monitoring student progress, and facilitating student placements. The ideal candidate will have relevant teaching qualifications and experience in curriculum development, ensuring that all students achieve their academic and vocational goals. Join a vibrant team dedicated to enhancing students' educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high quality learning opportunities.
• Proficient in developing and preparing course materials.
• Strong communication and mentorship skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons and assessments across courses.
• Support students in achieving academic and vocational goals.
• Organize placements and monitor student attendance.

Skills

High quality teaching

Curriculum development

Student support

Assessment monitoring

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Degree in relevant subject

Job description

Strictly no agencies

1Purpose of Job

Plan, deliver and develop high quality learning opportunities for students to help them achieve their learning goals, in accordance with the College’s mission, values and objectives.

Provide professional support in all aspects of curriculum development and delivery, student support, placement and assessment. This will generally include associated organisational, administrative and management responsibilities.

2 Principle Accountabilities

The duties and responsibilities of a Lecturer are inherently of a professional nature and are wide ranging. They include, but are not restricted to the following:

• a. Provide high quality teaching, learning, assessment and internal moderation across a wide range of courses up to and including Higher Education.
• b. Develop and prepare curricula, course plans, high quality learning materials, assignments, activities and assessments for student learning.
• c. Monitor and assess students’ progress through course work, project work and examinations and maintain up to date and accurate records of their progress and achievement.
• d. Provide good quality tutorship of students, giving appropriate support to enable students to achieve their academic and vocational targets. Complete student reports and where appropriate, communicate with stakeholders and external agencies to provide information on progress of students.
• e. Lead a course (or courses) of study, ensuring high levels of retention and achievement. Leading a course (or courses) involves planning, designing of activities, assessment opportunities and appropriate documentation to record all processes throughout the programme, including liaison with college registry and examinations section.
• f. Interview and give guidance to potential students, through liaison with Student Services and assist existing students to make appropriate decisions in relation to their next steps, including assisting with applications to Higher Education and / or employment. This will include assisting with enrolment and undertaking induction of students to ensure their transition on to courses is efficient and effective.
• g. Monitor attendance of students including completion of registers, withdrawal and transfer forms to ensure accurately maintained student and class records within the College’s MIS.
• h. Organise student placements (in liaison with business development advisers) and communicate with students in the workplace as required.
• i. Undertake review of course performance and plan for further development and improvement of the provision accordingly. This will include facilitating and taking account of student, employer, parent and other stakeholder feedback.
• j. Be proactive in marketing / liaising with local schools, sector representatives and employers with the objective of developing and enhancing programmes of study, ensuring targeted levels of recruitment, establishing strong partnership links and raising the profile of the course(s). Ensure the accuracy and content of marketing materials.
• k. Prepare for and participate in appropriate College Events (these may include Open Evenings, Parent’s Evenings, enrolment events)
• l. Engage in professional development / research work including the conduct of and participation in staff appraisal and in‑service training based on an assessment of individual needs. Contribute to the mentoring system for new staff and colleagues as appropriate.
• m. Support College policies, procedures and quality assurance systems. To conduct aspects of all duties and responsibilities in line with the Corporation’s Health & Safety Policy in the interests of themselves, other colleagues and students.
• n. Be familiar with Safeguarding requirements as outlined in the Safeguarding Policy and comply with its requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• o. Demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm to promote the principle of equality and diversity in employment and service delivery and comply with the requirements of the Equality and Diversity Policy.
• p. Be prepared to operate on a flexible basis to meet the needs of the organisation.
• q. To perform such other reasonable duties commensurate with the grade of the post as required.

Generic duties

In addition to the requirements of the post above, all members of the academic staff are required to -

• r. Complete all associated organisation / administrative work; preparation and marking in a timely manner.
• s. Assist in the coverage of classes for absent colleagues.
• t. Respond to student data requests.
• u. Supervise students in all contexts on College premises and elsewhere when on College activities.
• v. Identify, deliver where appropriate, monitor and record all aspects of additional support, in conjunction with the Additional Support Team.
• w. Participate in, or lead where appropriate, team / committee meetings. This will include the completion and maintenance of minutes and appropriate records.
• x. Assist with the selection of students for awards.
• y. Respond to enquiries, compliments and complaints regarding course(s).

Safeguarding Statement

Child protection is the responsibility of all staff. The College will therefore : •Encourage and maintain an environment where students feel secure, are encouraged to talk, and are listened to

Include opportunities in the curriculum for students to develop the skills they need to recognise and stay safe from abuse •All staff will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding induction and training.

• Ensure students know that there are staff in the College whom they can approach if they are worried
• Include opportunities in the curriculum for students to develop the skills they need to recognise and stay safe from abuse •All staff will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding induction and training.