Lecturer - HE (7 hours p/w)

HOPWOOD HALL COLLEGE; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college in Greater Manchester is seeking a Conservation Higher Education lecturer to join their innovative curriculum. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in zoology or conservation, relevant teaching experience, and a commitment to enhancing the student learning experience. This role offers the chance to engage with both practical and theoretical aspects of animal care and conservation, and to contribute positively to educational initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Masters degree or higher in relevant subjects.
• Experience of teaching and vocational experience essential.
• Intermediate IT skills required, especially in Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of courses and evaluate student assessments.
• Participate in curriculum planning and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a comprehensive learning experience for students.

Skills

Teaching

Zoology

Ecology

Animal Husbandry

Species Conservation

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Curriculum Development

Education

Masters degree in animal, ecology or science

Teaching Qualification

HNC/D or equivalent

Tools

Promonitor

Goldmine

Student Record Systems

Job description

Description

Conservation Higher Education lecturer. The ideal candidate would have recent experience of working in zoological or conservation industries, strong links with employers due to their work history in addition to being an experienced lecturer. Candidates must hold a Masters degree or higher in animal, ecology or science subject in order to teach on the degree programmes. The ideal candidate will have specialist experience of Zoo Animal Husbandry, Breeding and genetics and Species Conservation. This is an exciting time to join a new area of delivery within a well established, innovative and high performing curriculum area.

Duties

• To teach on a wide range of full and part-time courses, in line with the college and curriculum area specifications.
• To contribute to the planning, monitoring and evaluation of the curriculum in the school
• To prepare and mark assessments as required within the range of programmes timetabled
• To promote and participate in the delivery of Basic / Key Skills
• To be responsible for the continuous improvement in attendance, punctuality, retention and achievement of students in designated teaching groups.
• To produce full, considered and timely reports and references on students
• To participate in student interviews, enrolment and induction, open days and other liaison activities.
• To work co-operatively within a team and attend all team meetings
• To fully participate in the college’s ILT strategy including contributing to the upkeep of the section’s intranet site
• To adopt fully all curriculum initiatives adopted by the curriculum area
• To maintain comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of specialist areas
• To maintain current and appropriate resources for all course units taught including Schemes of Work, Lesson Plans, and suitable teaching materials ensuring differentiated learning opportunities are in place
• To contribute to the total learning experience of students within the curriculum area
• To ensure the application of Inclusive Learning in all areas of activity
• Ensure continuous development and improvement of professional knowledge.
• Any other duties of a similar level of responsibility as may be required.

Qualifications, Specialist Knowledge and Skills

Qualifications
Essential Criteria
Teaching Qualification or willingness to work towards
Desirable Criteria
Degree and/or relevant professional qualification e.g. HNC/D
How Identified: Application

Experience
Essential Criteria
Experience of teaching within the subject area.
If a vocational area practical/industrial experience within that field.
How Identified: Application/Interview

Specialist Knowledge
Essential Criteria
Comprehensive knowledge of the subject area
Understanding of current educational initiatives
Creative and innovative approach to the development of teaching materialsHow Identified: Application/Interview

IT Skills
Essential Criteria
Intermediate level of Microsoft applications particularly word and powerpoint.
Willing to undertake IT training relevant to their role.
Desirable Criteria
Knowledge of software packages such as promonitor, goldmine and student record systems.
Familiar with using VLE’s and E Learning packages.How Identified: Application/Interview