Course Team Leader – Travel and Tourism

Part time (28 hours per week)

Uxbridge

£31,493 to £37,234

This role is an exciting opportunity for an organised and enthusiastic Lecturer seeking the next step in their career.  We are seeking a part time Course Team Leader for Travel and Tourism to join our successful and friendly team.  You will co-ordinate and support the development and delivery of the curriculum and also teach across a range of programmes.  Courses offered currently include NCFE Level 1, 2 and 3 and BTEC HNC and HND in International Travel & Tourism Management. 

You should hold a minimum Level 3 qualification or a degree in a relevant subject area, along with a Level 5 teaching qualification that is recognised within the Further Education sector. You will have a proven track record of teaching successfully in the relevant field, as well as experience in curriculum planning and development. Additionally, you will have some experience in leading or supervising others.  

The working pattern for this post is expected to be Mondays - Thursdays.

Main Scope of the Post

• To ensure recruitment, retention and achievement of students within the post holder’s area of responsibility
• To provide leadership to a curriculum staff team
• To teach across a range of programmes and to be responsible to the Section Manager and Head of School for the efficient and effective management of the course team, including:

·       -the organisation and development of the curriculum, including enrichment activities (employer engagement, trips, guest speakers)

·       -making the best use of the team resources including staffing and consumables

·       -gaining maximum funding through high levels of enrolment, retention and achievement

·       -liaising with appropriate College staff and external bodies

Qualifications:

·       A degree or minimum Level 3 qualification in the relevant subject area

·       Minimum Level 5 level teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, DET)

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

Knowledge and Experience:

·       Successful teaching experience in Travel and Tourism

·       Curriculum co-ordination/development experience

·       Good organisational and planning skills

·       Up to date knowledge of relevant subject area

·       Experience of working in the travel industry

·       The ability to supervise/lead a team

·       Experience of Hotels, airport or airlines industry

Other Skills:

·       The ability to enthuse and inspire students

·       Good classroom practice

·       Good communication skills, written and verbal

·       Good interpersonal skills

·       IT skills

·       Experience of using IT and e-learning within the curriculum

·       Commitment to Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding in an education environment

·       Commitment to learners and learner achievement

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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