Lecturer in Outdoor and Adventurous Activities (2024/AG056)

East Durham College; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

East Durham College is seeking a Lecturer in Outdoor and Adventurous Activities to deliver a dynamic curriculum. This full-time role includes teaching across multiple sites and demands a range of outdoor qualifications. The college offers a supportive environment for both staff and students, emphasizing professional development and student success.

Benefits

40 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Teacher Pension Scheme with high employer contributions

Free gym membership

Onsite restaurant and canteen

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Funded continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Qualifications in outdoor/adventurous activities: Mountain leader, Paddle sport instructor, etc.
• GCSE in maths and English required.
• Teaching qualification (CertEd/PGCE) or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ambitious curriculum by scheduled teaching and assessments.
• Prepare and evaluate delivery of the curriculum.

Skills

Organisational skills

Self-motivation

Education

GCSE level education or equivalent

Level 5 or above teaching qualification

Minimum Level 3 qualification in relevant subject area

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a well-organised and self-motivated Lecturer in Outdoor and Adventurous Activities based at our Willerby Grove Campus, with an expectation to work across all three sites. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Main Duties of the Role

Your role will be to deliver an ambitious curriculum by undertaking formal scheduled teaching and assessments, including preparation and evaluation of delivery.

Essential Requirements

• GCSE level standard education or equivalent (maths & English).
• Level 5 or above teaching qualification (CertEd / PGCE or equivalent) or willingness to work towards.
• Minimum of Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject area (combination of land and water-based instructional qualifications), e.g.:
• Mountain leader
• Single pitch
• Paddle sport instructor
• Mountain bike instructor
• Orienteering instructor
• Archery instructor
• NSRA instructor

What We Offer

• 40 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Teacher Pension Scheme with up to 23.68% employer contributions.
• Free gym membership.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• 3 days paid emergency leave per year.
• Various paid and unpaid leave options for other needs.
• Funded continuous professional development (CPD) where appropriate.
• Onsite restaurant, canteen, and hair and beauty salon.
• Free onsite parking.
• Onsite nursery facilities (up to 5 years old).
• Cycle to work scheme and more.

Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected, so do not wait to send your CV.

The college is committed to a supportive community of students and staff, fostering a friendly environment where students succeed and progress into further education, apprenticeships, or employment.

Students develop confidence, self-esteem, and work-related skills, with a strong focus on community contribution through various projects and initiatives, including recognition in national awards.

Our focus is on supporting students' journeys into employment or further education, building on their positive college experiences.