Lecturer in Animal Studies

Inspire Education Group; Stamford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Stamford is seeking a Lecturer in Animal Studies to deliver high-quality teaching and assessment for students across levels 1 to 3. The role offers competitive leave, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in teaching and relevant industry experience. Join a team dedicated to promoting the welfare of learners.

Benefits

30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

On-site gym and free parking

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum level qualification to teach subject - level 3 or 4, HND, degree or professional industry qualifications.
• Good general level of education including Level 2 qualifications in English and Math.
• Industry/commercial experience in subject area.

Responsibilities

• Undertake teaching activities in Animal Studies ensuring high quality of provision.
• Plan, prepare and develop effective schemes of work and lesson plans.
• Assess student work, provide feedback and record learners' progress.

Skills

Teaching skills

Industry experience in Animal Care

Communication skills

Ability to inspire students

Knowledge of educational standards

IT skills in MS Office

Organizational skills

Education

Level 3 or 4 qualification in teaching

Level 2 qualifications in English and Math

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

We are hiring for a Lecturer in Animal Studies at Stamford College. Salary unqualified: £17,922.72-£19,553.08 per annum; Salary qualified: £20,129.98-£22,626.95 per annum. Hours: 20.04 hours per week, 36 weeks per year during term time only. Location: Stamford College, Drift Road, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 1XA. Closing Date: 02/10/2025. Interview Date: week following closing date.

Could you be our next Lecturer in Animal Studies at Stamford College? Could you provide teaching, learning and assessment to learners and students across a range of levels within the subject areas from Level 1 to Level 3 including the new T level qualification, depending on the needs of the faculty?

What the role includes

• Undertake teaching activities in the curriculum area, ensuring high quality of provision, in response to learners\' needs and in line with Professional Teaching Standards
• Be responsible to the Head of Faculty, Assistant Head of Faculty and Assistant Principal for an agreed teaching programme in Animal Care and other related areas determined within the prevailing conditions of service
• Plan, prepare and develop effective schemes of work, lesson plans, teaching and learning resources including the development of on-line learning resources for identified modules for both Further and Higher Education curriculum offers
• 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
• Create SMART targets, record and monitor progress against them. Implement positive interventions where needed, for students undertaking identified modules
• Apply theoretical understanding of effective practice in teaching, learning and assessment drawing on research and other evidence
• Consider and employ the most effective delivery methods, including blended learning and technology enhanced learning
• For more information please read the job description

What we\'re looking for

• Minimum level qualification to teach subject - level 3 or 4, HND, degree or professional industry qualifications
• Good general level of education including Level 2 qualifications in English and Math
• Industry/commercial experience in subject area/s
• Up to date knowledge of current initiatives impacting on vocational/subject area
• Knowledge of MS Office applications
• Creative and innovative in selecting and adapting strategies to help students to learn
• Ability to inspire, motivate and raise aspirations of students through enthusiasm and knowledge
• Manage and promote positive learner behaviour
• Ability to work effectively with students including maintaining appropriate discipline and behaviour
• Demonstrate use of ILT within a Teaching and Learning environment
• Confidence to work and support young people of mixed ability
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all students
• Excellent planning, organisation and administrative skills
• Proactive and professional manner with a \'can-do\' approach
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people to achieve common goals
• Good IT skills in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• The ability to work well as part of a team and independently
• Awareness of Health, Safety and Safeguarding issues
• For more information please read the person specification in the job description

Why work for IEG?

• Competitive Leave: 30 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part time staff)
• Financial Security: Local Government Pension Scheme
• Supportive Environment: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training and development opportunities

Safeguarding

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.

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