Lecturer in Travel and Tourism

City of Portsmouth College (COPC); Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Portsmouth seeks a Lecturer in Travel and Tourism to teach and assess students at Levels 2 and 3. The successful candidate will provide high-quality learning opportunities, develop the curriculum, and actively contribute to enhancing students' understanding of the travel industry. A commitment to professional development and industry awareness is essential. The position offers competitive benefits, including generous annual leave and opportunities for staff development.

Benefits

42 days annual leave

Access to staff development programmes

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Up-to-date knowledge of travel and tourism industry standards.
• Ability to engage effectively with students and stakeholders.
• Experience delivering and assessing tourism programmes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach Travel and Tourism topics at Level 2 and Level 3.
• Provide flexible assessment opportunities for students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance.

Skills

Industry experience in travel and tourism

Excellent communication skills

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Education

Post-graduate Teaching Qualification or willingness to undertake Level 5 diploma

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Lecturer in Travel and Tourism

Location: Highbury Campus

Hours of work: 19.25 hours per week (inclusive of teaching and prep time), 52 weeks per year, Permanent

About us

City of Portsmouth College aspires 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 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 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.

What we offer

• Annual Leave: 42 days total and closure for winter shutdown period in line with Hampshire County Council school holidays & statutory bank holidays
• 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

With the Travel & Tourism sector set to break records this year and growth across all areas of the industry, we have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and enthusiastic individual to join our travel teaching team.

The Travel & Tourism learning area offers vocational programmes at Level 2 and Level 3 at our Highbury Campus.

A successful candidate will work collaboratively within the travel team to teach and assess a range of Travel and Tourism topics and programmes, including sector components, worldwide destinations, locational geography, marketing and promotions, customer service, and various travel career pathways. They will provide high-quality learning opportunities that meet the needs of our diverse student cohorts and actively contribute to the development and delivery of a responsive and high-quality Travel and Tourism curriculum and programmes. The candidate will offer flexible assessment opportunities that are realistic and relevant to the travel sector, in line with current industry standards. They will also be responsible for closely planning, monitoring, tracking, and recording student retention, progress, achievement, and success, while contributing to and maintaining the quality assurance of the programmes delivered.

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

To be successful in this role

• Industry experience within the travel and tourism sector, with up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and practices and/or qualification in Travel & Tourism or related subject areas.
• Keep abreast of current trends and changes within the travel and tourism sector, integrating this knowledge into teaching to enhance students' understanding of the industry.
• Post-graduate Teaching Qualification (or willing to undertake studies towards a Level 5 diploma in Teaching. Full support from the College will be given for this). Demonstrate enthusiasm and passion for the subject and a genuine interest in helping young people achieve their potential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• Experience planning, delivering, and assessing travel & tourism programmes is desirable.
• Evidence of commitment to ongoing professional updating and development, both in the travel and teaching professions.
• A professional approach with a commitment to excellence and quality.
• Creates a welcoming and supportive classroom environment, making students feel comfortable and valued.
• Commitment to setting high standards, expectations, and aspirations for both self and learners.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing learning and self-improvement to keep up to date with changes in the curriculum, industry trends, and teaching methodologies.

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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