Lecturer in Photography

Craven College; Skipton; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college in Skipton seeks a qualified Main Grade Lecturer to teach and assess across various courses. Responsibilities include delivering quality education, supporting student progress, and maintaining course administration. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, teaching qualifications, and the ability to foster an inclusive learning environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Potential for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in vocational teaching roles.
• Level 2 English and Maths qualifications or willing to work towards them.
• Interest in current educational initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching and assessment.
• Engage in student support and career progression.
• Maintain accurate records of courses and assessments.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Teaching Skills

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Teaching qualification to Level 5 or working towards it

Job description

To teach and assess across a range of courses within the teaching department and act as a course tutor to groups of students. The role involves duties aligned with College Quality Improvement, Key Performance Indicators, and College strategic priorities, including adherence to the College Teaching, Learning and Assessment standards. The post may also involve taking on an additional area of responsibility at Programme Lead level if appropriate.

The responsibilities will be reviewed annually during the performance development review (PDR) process.

Employer

Craven College

Date Posted:

Post No.: A694

Location

Skipton

Rate of pay

Main Grade Lecturer up to £36,085 full-time equivalent (pro-rata 22 hours, salary up to £21,455 per annum), dependent on experience and qualifications

Hours

22 hours per week

Responsible to

Head of Department

Closing Date

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Special Conditions

This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period, after which it will become permanent. A full enhanced disclosure check via the Disclosure & Barring Service is required.

Key Duties

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment on various courses, meeting college standards and awarding body expectations.
• Conduct initial assessments and diagnostics to inform individual learning plans.
• Mark and assess student work promptly and in line with policy.
• Contribute to developing employability skills through partnerships with employers.
• Embed English, Maths, and digital skills into the curriculum.
• Develop schemes of work, learning plans, and materials aligned with course aims and assessments.
• Collaborate with team members in course delivery and quality assurance activities.
• Participate in course moderation/verification processes.

Student Support

• Engage in student interviews, enrolment, open days, and other promotional events.
• Meet students regularly to discuss progress and support their career progression.
• Support students at risk of failing and promote positive conduct.
• Liaise with parents and external agencies as needed.

Course Management and Administration

• Maintain accurate records of courses, attendance, assessments, and destinations.
• Provide information for quality improvement and self-assessment.
• Monitor attendance and report issues.
• Assist with progress reports and references.

General

• Follow safeguarding policies and promote inclusion.
• Participate in staff development and adhere to health and safety policies.
• Undertake other duties as required.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

• Level 2 English and Maths qualifications or willing to work towards them.
• Level 3 qualification or equivalent in relevant subject.
• Teaching qualification to Level 5 or working towards it.
• Experience in vocational teaching roles.
• Ability to deliver effective teaching and maintain accurate records.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Interest in current educational initiatives and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Criteria

• Degree or equivalent in relevant subject.
• Experience in course tutorship and FE/HE programs.
• Knowledge of ILT techniques and assessment planning.
• Ability to apply current initiatives in practice and achieve assessor awards.