This lecturer post sits in the School of Business and Professional Services at The City of Liverpool College, which runs business courses from level 1 to level 4. The work centres on teaching business qualifications, including level 3 and T Level, with recent teaching of 16–18-year-olds expected. The role is distinct for its live projects run with city-region business leaders, and for building on the school's links with local, regional and national higher education institutions. A recognised teaching qualification and a degree-level education are required.
What the job involves
- Teach business qualifications, including level 3 and T Level
- Plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons using a range of teaching and learning techniques
- Deliver live projects with business partners, with an integral role in their delivery
- Set and mark work in line with College and School assessment policies
- Track students' progress and attendance under College systems
- Create a safe, purposeful learning environment, manage behaviour and respect, and ensure students follow College policies
- Contribute to programme and teaching design with the Head of School
- Support the administration of teaching, learning and assessment with the Head of School and curriculum teams
- Communicate and consult with parents, carers and students, including parents' and open evenings
- Provide enrichment opportunities that enhance the student experience
- Keep up to date with national developments in the subject area each year
- Contribute to the College mission, values and strategic objectives, including the annual review
What’s required
Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent at level 6 in a related subject
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Professional qualification relevant to the subject area
- Minimum level 2 literacy and numeracy, or willingness to complete it
Experience
- Recent successful teaching experience with 16–18-year-olds
- Proven experience of curriculum planning, development and delivery
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge and understanding of business provision
- Excellent computer literacy, including the College's IT programmes
- High level of communication and interpersonal skills
Other
- Engagement in continuing professional development
Nice to have
- Setting high standards for students, colleagues and self
- Experience of resource-based learning
- Experience as a subject examiner
- Membership of a relevant professional body
- Experience assessing student needs and planning curriculum, including Technology Enhanced Learning
- Understanding of curriculum development to meet employers' training needs
- Understanding of quality assurance and improvement processes
What’s offered
- 60 days' annual holiday plus one wellbeing day
- Teachers' Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 24%
- Employee benefits platform, including discounts and Cycle to Work scheme
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing portal, free flu vaccinations and Specsavers eye-test vouchers
- Interest-free loans for Merseytravel and Merseyrail annual travel passes
- Flexible working options depending on business need
- Formal and informal professional development opportunities
- Free use of sports and fitness facilities, plus staff discounts at college salons and restaurant