Sessional Lecturer in Construction – Adult Learners

South Thames College; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

South Thames College is looking for a qualified Lecturer to teach on the Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Employment in Construction Industries. The role entails preparing course objectives and fostering learner success through effective lesson delivery and assessment. Join a leading educational institution that values enhancing student outcomes and embraces diversity within the teaching environment.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

Subsidised sports facilities

Professional development opportunities

Salary sacrifice cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in more than one trade within Construction.
• Recent teaching experience in an FE College.
• Successful track record of tutoring and supporting learners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lessons aligned with course objectives.
• Monitor and review learners' progress against targets.
• Develop effective lesson plans for adult learners.

Skills

Outstanding teaching skills

Assessment skills

Interdisciplinary skills

Computer literacy

Pressure management

Education

Teaching qualification or willingness to obtain

Job description

One evening per week (6pm – 9:15pm)

The Employability School at South Thames College is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Lecturer to teach and prepare adult learners for the Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Employment in the Construction Industries (Ascentis). The role involves delivering several courses planned throughout the academic year.

The successful candidate will develop course objectives using effective lesson plans designed to monitor learners’ progress. You’ll prepare course plans in accordance with external or College-set syllabuses and deliver the agreed learning outcomes by the end of the course.

Applicants should have experience working in Construction (in more than one trade). We prefer our lecturer to hold a teaching qualification (or be willing to work towards one), have a successful record of tutoring and supporting learners, and recent teaching experience in Construction within an FE College.

You should demonstrate outstanding teaching, learning, and assessment skills, with experience in setting, monitoring, and reviewing progress against targets. Interdisciplinary skills and working experience are desirable. You’ll need an advanced level of computer literacy and general office software skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

The successful candidate will be eligible for salary increases based on the annual cost of living review in the upcoming academic year.

Closing date for applications: 9th July

Benefits include an excellent pension scheme (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities, professional development opportunities, and a salary sacrifice cycle-to-work scheme. Benefits are pro-rated for part-time staff.

We are committed to equality of opportunity under the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010. Applications from individuals of all backgrounds are encouraged, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or marriage and civil partnerships.

Successful candidates will undergo due diligence checks, including an enhanced DBS check, references, online searches, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

The South Thames Colleges Group comprises Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College, and South Thames College, following their merger on 1 August 2017. As one of London’s largest providers of post-16 education and training, we are committed to student success and community engagement.

We seek hardworking and collaborative individuals who can join our team and help challenge our students to achieve and progress.