Lecturer Biology and Health

Wirral Met College; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a part-time Lecturer in Biology and Health to join their Adult Education Team. The role requires teaching duties across various levels and requires a degree in biology or a related area, along with a recognized teaching qualification. The position offers a salary ranging from £30,202 to £41,769 per annum (pro rata) and includes several employee benefits such as enhanced leave and a strong commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Outstanding facilities in state of the art environments

Enhanced annual leave entitlement

Flexible approach to work

Pension contribution rates

Access to free car parking

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification in biology or a related area is required.
• Must have or be working towards a full teaching qualification.
• Proven experience in teaching biology to post 16 and adult students.

Responsibilities

• Carry out formal scheduled teaching on programmes ranging from level 1 to 4.
• Prepare delivery plans and learning materials.
• Contribute to curriculum development and participate in student recruitment.

Skills

Level 2 or above English/literacy and maths/numeracy

Degree or equivalent qualification in biology or a related area

Recognised full teaching qualification or working towards a level 5 teaching award

Evidence of successful teaching experience of post 16 students in biology

Knowledge of biology and health research methods

Effective and inclusive teaching methods

Experience of developing customized learning materials

Education

Relevant degree in biology or related field

Level 5 teaching award or equivalent

Job description

Lecturer - Biology and Health

We are looking for a Lecturer in Biology and Health to join our Adult Education Team. This is a 21 hours per week, part‑time role offering a salary of £30,202 to £41,769 per annum (pro rata).

Why Join Us?

At Wirral Metropolitan College our purpose is to provide inclusive, highest‑quality education and training opportunities to meet the aspirations of students and the need of the local community.

To achieve our purpose, we live our values; We are Ambitious, We are Resilient, We are Inclusive, We are Empowering, We are Accountable.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out formal scheduled teaching on programmes ranging from level 1 to 4.
• Undertake a personal tutor and/or course leader role to groups of students to maintain high achievement rates.
• Prepare delivery plans, sequenced learning plans and learning materials.
• Mark students’ work and/or examinations and carry out internal quality assurance.
• Work as part of the team in the monitoring, reviewing and evaluation of all aspects of the programmes, including work placements.
• Maintain appropriate College and appropriate university records, and the follow the College Quality processes.
• Participate in self‑assessment procedure to monitor and evaluate performance.
• Carry out student reviews and tutorials.
• Contribute to curriculum development.
• Participate in student recruitment to include marketing activities and interviews.

Skills and Qualifications

• Level 2 or above English/literacy and maths/numeracy
• Degree or equivalent qualification in biology or a related area
• Recognised full teaching qualification or be working towards a level 5 teaching award or equivalent within 2 years
• Able to evidence successful teaching experience of teaching post 16 students and adult students’ biology across a variety of levels and qualification types
• Knowledge and understanding of application of biology and health research methods, theory and application
• Be able to demonstrate knowledge and practice of effective and inclusive group teaching and learning strategies.
• Have experience of developing and delivering customised, differentiated learning materials

Benefits

• Outstanding facilities in state of the art environments
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement
• Enhanced family friendly policies and leave
• DBS checks completed and paid for by the employer
• Company is committed to CPD
• Flexible approach to work
• Pension contribution rates currently at 28.6%
• Access to free car parking (subject to availability)

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your up‑to‑date CV.

Wirral Metropolitan College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a record check from the Disclosure and Barring Services before the appointment is confirmed.

It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Wirral Metropolitan College is actively committed to maintaining an environment which promotes and embeds equality, diversity and inclusion as a core value and welcome applications from all sections of the community. The College ensures the principles of the Equality Act 2010 are adhered to and all job applicants and employees are treated equitably and fairly.