Section Manager – ESOL - Hayes

Section Manager – ESOL

Hayes

£27,926 to £30,388

3 days per week (Mondays, Tuesday and Wednesdays)

We are seeking to appoint a part time Section Manager for ESOL who would be responsible for planning, implementing and delivering courses within the ESOL Section.  You will develop provision, teach on a range of courses and line manage a team of teaching staff.  You will be primarily responsible for the School’s Young Learner Full-time ESOL, Functional Maths, additional qualifications and Enrichment activities.   

A relevant degree/professional qualification is essential, together with an English Language Teaching qualification (e.g. CELTA, DELTA, Dip TESOL, MA ELT) and a full Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (PGCE, DET or equivalent).   You should also have 3 years’ experience in delivering ESOL courses, some curriculum co-ordination experience and have good leadership skills, with some experience of supervising a team in Further Education or a similar setting.  

The School of ESOL has a number of areas of work including ESOL and Functional Skills Maths. The School is primarily based at Hayes campus with some courses delivered at Uxbridge and the post-holder will be based at Hayes. The variety of courses and modes of attendance on offer are designed to meet the needs of learners and external partners.

The Section Manager role requires strong subject knowledge and pedagogical expertise. The post holder must demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and remain current with sector and teaching, learning and assessment developments. As a curriculum leader, you will model best practice, collaborate with fellow Section Managers and the Head of School to strengthen provision, and deputise for the Head of School when required.

All staff are expected to reflect on and evaluate their own performance and that of their teams, engaging in constructive dialogue around teaching and learning. A commitment to inclusive education, equal opportunities, and the implementation of College policies is essential.

Given the dynamic nature of the FE sector, flexibility and a proactive approach are key. A significant aspect of this role is to explore and develop commercial course opportunities alongside the existing curriculum. This job description will be reviewed annually as part of the appraisal process and may be updated in line with College priorities

Qualifications:

·       A degree or relevant professional qualification

·       English and Maths to GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent

·       An English Language Teaching qualification e.g. MA ELT/Dip TESOL/DELTA/CELTA

·       Minimum Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (e.g. DET, PGCE)

Knowledge and experience:

·       Minimum of 3 years’ relevant teaching experience, preferably some in Further Education

·       Curriculum management/co-ordination experience

·       Successful experience of developing the curriculum and meeting student recruitment and/or income targets

·       Experience of leading or supervising a team

·       Awareness and understanding of pedagogy

·       Up-to-date knowledge of the relevant subject area

·       Experience of improving teaching, learning and assessment

·       Up to date knowledge of curriculum developments and recent initiatives in ESOL, including the challenges of funding ESOL courses

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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