Tutor of Biology

Cambridge Education Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Perkbox discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Private Medical

Life Assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Car Leasing

Staff Discount on CEG Digital courses

Job summary

Cambridge Education Group seeks a Tutor of Biology for our Preston centre, starting September on a sessional basis. The role focuses on planing, preparing and delivering high-quality biology teaching for international students with English as a second language.

You will monitor student progress, provide feedback and report on outcomes. Strong IT skills and a commitment to CPD are essential; IELTS 8.0 proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Demonstrates English proficiency to IELTS 8.0 or equivalent.
• Master’s degree or teaching qualification desirable.
• Relevant in-person teaching experience in the subject area.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver high quality teaching for international students.
• Monitor progress and provide formative and summative feedback.
• Report to stakeholders on student progress as needed.
• Set and mark work in line with policy and quality standards.
• Develop and improve programmes and teaching materials.
• Use new technology and CPD to improve teaching practice.

Skills

Biology teaching

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field

IELTS 8.0 or equivalent

Master’s degree (desirable)

Teaching qualification (desirable)

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

We are currently looking for a Tutor of Biology to join our centre at UK North in Preston, Lancashire from September on a sessional basis.

The Tutor of Biology is required to:

• Contribute to the development and success of the centre, supporting the strategic aims and objectives of OnCampus, leading by example in accordance with centre, Higher Education/University partner and external standards.


• Plan, prepare and deliver high quality teaching that meets the needs of international students whose first language is not English to achieve excellent student outcomes, student experience and progression.


• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback, formative and summative, to help manage students’ performance.


• Report to relevant stakeholders on students as needed throughout the programme.


• Set and mark work and assessments in accordance with OnCampus and/or Higher Education/University partner assessment and quality policies.


• Contribute to the development, evaluation, and improvement of programmes, materials and related services, through active participation and involvement in academic initiatives.


• Take responsibility for continually developing own skills and teaching methods, including the use of new technology, learning from and sharing effective teaching practice with others, participating in training and CPD as required.


• Ensure English, Maths and transferable skills are embedded within lessons to support students preparing for progression to the partner institution.

Person Specification

Education

• Educated to degree or equivalent qualification level, in relevant subject area (essential)


• Demonstrates competency in English language to IELTS 8.0 or equivalent (essential)


• Master’s degree or equivalent, in relevant subject area (desirable)


• Teaching Qualification (desirable)

Experience

• Relevant in-person or face to face teaching or training experience in relevant subject area (essential)

Skills

• Strong IT skills, particularly the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook (essential)


• Demonstrates cross-cultural awareness and understanding (essential)


• Commitment to ongoing reflection and continuous improvement of teaching practice (essential)


• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills (essential)


• The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and work under pressure (essential)

In particular, you will:

• Have regard for the need to safeguard students’ well-being, developing and maintaining a full understanding of current policies and procedures.


• Show tolerance of and respect for the rights of others.


• Maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality.


• Help to create and maintain a safe working environment for everyone.

Please see attached job description for further job role information.

What does Cambridge Education Group do?

Cambridge Education Group is an international education provider that offers a range of services such as Pathway and Pre University Programs, Pre University Education, Preparatory education through foundations and master’s programmes, English Language courses, University application guidance along with creating Internship opportunities.

Why will you love working here?

Whether you work in one of our OnCampus or Managed Campus centres, in CEG Online supporting one of our many partner universities, or as part of one of our central service functions you will find a friendly, fast-paced and supportive work environment created by our diverse range of colleagues.

Employee Values

At Cambridge Education Group we believe that in living our values every single day we Achieve More for everyone around us, and in so doing makes it a great place to work.

Expert –

Each individual strives to demonstrate expertise in everything they do, from previous experiences or acquiring new, relevant skills and know-how. We are great at sharing our knowledge to help our students, fellow colleagues and partners Achieve More.

Authentic –

Our actions are taken, and decisions made, in line with our vision and mission; we trust everyone to do the right thing and deliver what they say they will through genuine, open and honest dialogue. We bring our whole selves to work, maximising our diversity to Achieve More.

Innovative –

We continually improve all aspects of what we do, being solution-focused to affect change on our path to Achieve More. All colleagues share their ideas, big and small, and are flexible to new practices, approaches and ways of working.

• Perkbox (includes hundreds of discounts on brands)


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – giving caring and compassionate support to all staff, as well as a dedicated Mental Health Support Network.


• Private Medical


• Life Assurance


• Cycle to work scheme


• Car Leasing


• Discounts with childcare providers during School holidays


• Staff Discount on CEG Digital courses


• Enhanced annual leave entitlement

CEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues to share this commitment. All successful candidates will undergo background checks in the required countries. Where roles have direct contact with children, including all OnCampus centre- based roles, this will include ID, qualification and reference checks, criminal record checks including an Enhanced Disclosure (or equivalent) in line with safeguarding requirements and our Safeguarding and Prevent Policy (including Children Protection). Any offer of employment is subject to all checks being satisfactory. The Company also expects all colleagues to share the Company’s commitment to Equal Opportunities within the workplace.