Lecturer in Automotive

City of Portsmouth College; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Portsmouth is seeking a Lecturer in Automotive to teach light vehicle maintenance and electric vehicle awareness. This role involves developing high-quality learning opportunities and monitoring student success. Ideal candidates will hold Level 3 or higher in Automotive and a relevant teaching qualification. Benefits include generous leave and pension contributions, making it an attractive opportunity for dedicated educators.

Benefits

42 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Access to staff development programmes

Onsite discounts at college facilities

Free parking across campuses

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Good understanding of apprenticeship standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work towards an IQA qualification.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of programmes, providing high-quality learning opportunities.
• Develop new programmes and produce annual schemes of work.
• Monitor and assess student/apprentice retention and success.

Skills

Understanding of IMI qualifications

Ability to meet targets

Teamwork skills

Education

Level 3 or higher in Automotive

Teaching Qualification

Tools

Assessors qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Lecturer in Automotive

Location: Highbury Campus

Salary: £29,074.42 - £42,579.53 Full Time Equivalent per annum

Job Type: 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, Fixed-Term

About City of Portsmouth College

At City of Portsmouth College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will personally be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. Everyone at the College is part of the bigger picture and together, each role makes an impact and in turn a difference to our students learning journey.

We have an unrivalled curriculum of courses on offer for students of all ages and stages covering A-levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Technical courses. We also offer Higher Education, Online learning and Community courses that appeal to the needs of the local community.

We aspire to become the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, promoting a progressive, supportive and rewarding workplace culture. Here at COPC, we offer ongoing support, professional development / training and guidance alongside competitive benefits to all staff. By joining us you can be a part of the journey to shape the next generations educational journey and you will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators.

Benefits

• Annual Leave: 42 days total and closure for winter shutdown period in line with Hampshire County Council school holidays & statutory bank holidays
• Pension: Generous Teachers' pension with employer contributions of 26.68%
• Learning & Development: Programmes by The Community Adult Education Department
• Staff Development: Access to the College staff development programmes and CPD
• Onsite Discounts: City of Portsmouth College Hair Salon & 50% off at the City of Portsmouth College Sports Centre
• Online Discounts: Unidays, Student Beans, and Totum with a City of Portsmouth College email address
• Parking: Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel)
• Blue Light Card: providing several discounts for clothing, electrical goods, food and days out, even concert tickets!

About the role

The Automotive Department is a thriving and successful department forming part of our Highbury campus and vocational provision delivering Level 1 to Level 3 light vehicle maintenance qualifications along side Level 1 - 3 Electric Vehicle awareness. We also have a fast growing and positive apprenticeship programme for level 2 and level 3.

Key Responsibilities

• To teach on a range of programmes, providing high-quality learning opportunities that meet the needs of individual students/apprentices and groups in line with the College’s strategic priorities and objectives.
• To provide flexible assessment opportunities and closely plan, monitor, track and record student/apprentice retention, achievement, and success.
• To contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality, relevant curriculum and programmes. Curriculum Development responsibilities include:
• Actively contributing to the development of new programmes within the curriculum area
• Producing annual schemes of work and/or training plans for all subjects/programmes to be taught

Qualifications and Experience

• Level 3 or higher in Automotive
• Good understanding of IMI qualification and a good understanding of apprenticeship standards
• Teaching Qualification or willing to work towards
• To hold an Assessors qualification and ideally an IQA (IQA not essential, but willing to work towards)
• Ability to meet targets within set timescales
• Ability to work well in teams but also to work independently, with the minimum of supervision

Diversity and Inclusion

Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of City of Portsmouth College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training. The College’s commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in the continued successful promotion of these strands through the curriculum, enrichment activities, and the range of direct and indirect student support services.

Pre-Employment Checks

City of Portsmouth College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our College. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and two references.

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