Lecturer – Construction and the Built Environment

Uxbridge

£33,429 - £46,618

Teacher Training Provided

We are seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer to join our Built Environment team.   You would teach on a range of programmes from Level 2 to Level 5 from BTEC/ Edexcel/Pearson in Construction and the Built Environment/Civil Engineering, including T levels.

You will possess a degree in Construction Management and/or Civil Engineering, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience gained in the Construction industry and some teaching or training experience.  You will be joining a friendly and supportive team, and with many training and development opportunities and scope for promotion within the College, you will be embarking on a varied and rewarding career. We will support you to develop your career in teaching, including fully funding the teacher training qualification.

We may offer sponsorship for this role.

Main Purpose:

The main purpose of the job is to enrol students that will enjoy the stretch and challenge of the course, ensure the retention and achievement of students through the excellent delivery of good practice in teaching and learning.  To teach, develop and improve programmes of study in subjects and courses relevant to the post holder’s knowledge, qualifications and experience.

Duties of the Post:

All lecturers have a generic list of duties (see below) and some which are specific to the post holder.  These include:-

·       To teach on a range of programmes from Level 2 to Level 5 from BTEC/ Edexcel / Pearson in Construction and the Built Environment/Civil Engineering, including T levels.

Example Units:

·      Construction Technology, Design, Principles

·      Construction Processes and Operations

·      Construction Drawing

·      Construction Practice and Management

·      Building Regulations and Control

·      Building Surveying

·      Scientific and Mathematical Applications

·      Exploring Construction Crafts

·      Health and Safety in Construction

·      Sustainability

·      Surveying in Construction

·      Measurement Techniques in Construction

·       To assist the Section Manager/ course team leaders with room and course timetables within the area.

·       To assist the Section Manager in the initiation, planning and development of new courses within the areas of construction and the built environment/Civil Engineering.

Qualifications:

·       A degree in Construction Management and/or Civil Engineering

·       Maths and English at GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent, or willing to achieve

·       Full Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (e.g. DET, PGCE in Secondary or FE) or willingness and ability to work towards one, supported by the College

·       Assessor/verifier awards or willingness to undertake these

Knowledge and Experience:

·       Minimum of 3 years’ experience gained in the Construction industry

·       Ability to teach Construction and the Built Environment/Civil Engineering BTEC and HNC courses

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

·       Teaching or training experience in the subject area

Other Skills:

·       Ability to enthuse, motivate and inspire vocational learners

·       Good written communication skills

·       Good interpersonal skills

·       Good classroom practice

·       Good administration skills

·       Understanding of Equality and Diversity and Safeguarding in an education environment

·       Ability to work effectively as part of a team

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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