Kendal college

Electrical Installation Lecturer

15/01/2025
full-time
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Deadline date:
£30331 - £40729 / year

Job Description

With experience teaching education & early years, the successful candidate will be able to share their knowledge with our students in an engaging and informative manner.

Key facts

  • Full-time, permanent
    37 hours per week

  • Salary
    Electrical Installation Lecturer: £30,331 to £36,198, depending upon qualifications and experience
    Electrical Installation Lecturer with Curriculum Lead: £38,399 to £40,729, depending upon qualifications and experience

  • Closing date
    Sunday 26th January 2025


Unlocking Potential – Transforming Lives – Creating Bright Futures

The successful candidate(s) will have experience delivering the highest-quality teaching and learning. They will embrace an environment that values creativity, technology, and forward-thinking methodologies. They will build strong, positive working relationships with a supportive and collaborative team of educators and professional services who share the goal of providing a meaningful educational experience.

They will have excellent organisational and time-management skills and can prioritise work effectively to meet objectives and deadlines. They will be comfortable with and proactively adapt to rapid changes in educational trends within the sector. They can plan and prioritise their work schedule to achieve objectives, have strong IT skills, and be happy to be part of a close-knit team with shared goals.

We are looking for an individual with experience working in an industrial or commercial setting and who holds at least a Level 3 vocational qualification in Electrical Installation. You will be capable of sharing your knowledge with our students in an engaging and informative manner. We would support gaining a formal teaching qualification alongside your work with us and settling into college life. Help with relocation costs can also be considered.

The successful candidates will themselves be educated and capable of sharing their knowledge with our students in an engaging and informative manner that benefits their passion for the subject.

This post would contribute to the college’s contribution to the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) by embracing low-carbon technology in the field.

Teaching experience is desirable, but we seek someone confident in sharing their expertise and knowledge with our students. We would support you in gaining a formal teaching qualification alongside your work with us.


Job Overview

  • Teaching: Deliver engaging and effective lessons across a variety of curriculum disciplines.

  • Curriculum Development:     Lead the development of specific subjects within the curriculum, ensuring content is current and industry-relevant.

  • Research & Consultancy:     Engage in significant research and consultancy activities to enhance the academic and practical learning experience.

  • Course Verification & Leadership:     Oversee course verification processes, coordinate course teams, and provide leadership to ensure high education standards.

  • Impactful Role:     Play a crucial role in shaping the future of the related industry by mentoring and educating the next generation of skilled professionals.

  • Classroom Management:     To ensure student retention and achievement targets are met, provide a safe and healthy environment in which to work and learn, and ensure that adequate resources and materials are provided to enhance learning, thereby enriching the opportunity and experience of learners.


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Why choose us?

Set within the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage site of the Lake District, we are an FE college that consistently punches above its weight on the national stage. Under the leadership of our Principal, Kelvin Nash, we are embarking on a series of bold steps to grow the college and remain an excellent education provider for Cumbria and the Northwest region. Our students are focused on their learning, achieve high levels of attainment, and consistently give us high satisfaction ratings. The college recognises the wellbeing of its staff as a priority, as well as ensuring that excellent work is appropriately recognised and that a healthy work-life balance is maintained.


What we offer

  • Great career progression opportunities
  • A generous holiday entitlement
  • Excellent pension schemes for all staff
  • Seven efficiency days per year (pro rata) and your hard-earned holiday allocation
  • A college committed to helping every student reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability
  • Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop
  • Employee Assistant Program
  • A comprehensive staff awards, rewards, and wellbeing scheme
  • Membership options to other discounting/saving providers
  • A full range of hairdressing and beauty therapy treatments
  • Discounts in the college restaurant
  • Enhanced maternity pay
  • Enhanced absence pay
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Blue Light card eligibility
  • Free will writing
  • Discounted eye teats and winter flu vaccine
  • Access to discounted gym membership

Our vision

We will provide outstanding education and training opportunities that are responsive to the needs of our students and our community. All our actions will help develop our students to deliver positive economic and sustainable environmental change both now and in the future.

Our values

  • Excellence & Ambition
  • Respect & Honesty
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Loyalty & Commitment
  • A Positive Environment

What we’re looking for

Qualifications

Essential
Desirable

A recognised teaching qualification or be willing to obtain within 2 years of appointment
A Bachelor/Master’s degree in an Engineering discipline

Level 3 qualification (BTEC HNC, NVQ) in in an Electrical Engineering discipline or be willing to work towards it
Assessor or IQA qualifications to support curriculum and apprenticeship programmes or be willing to obtain within 2 years

English, Maths, and Science at Level 2 (GCSE A* to C or equivalent)

Experience

Essential
Desirable

Understanding of the engineering industry and potential specialisms that you can inspire students to progress into
Recent experience of teaching in an FE/HE environment

Experience of working in an industrial/commercial electrical engineering environment

Knowledge & Skills

Essential
Desirable

Effective communication and presentation skills
Capable use of IT to promote teaching and monitor learning

Effective work management skills that can be translated into a classroom
Ability to provide high quality pastoral care to learners

Understanding of Electrical Engineering principles
Good general knowledge of health and safety at work in an educational and the relevant vocational environment

Comprehensive current technical knowledge and skills commensurate with the required vocational delivery

Applications without the essential requirements will not usually be considered for appointment.


Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expect all staff to share this commitment. Employment at the college is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service, and any post in regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we will conduct online searches about any shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal obligation to meet safeguarding duties per KCSIE.


Right to work

You may need to obtain permission to work in the UK if you don’t already have the unrestricted right to work in any role. There are various types of visas, which include the right to work. You can check if you need a UK visa using the government’s online tool and find information about UK visa routes and the eligibility criteria that must be met for each route. All staff must prove their right to work in the UK before they attend an interview.


Equality & diversity

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel they belong and are connected to others in our community. We strive to ensure that no employee or job applicant receives less favourable facilities or treatment (either directly or indirectly) in recruitment or employment on grounds of age, disability, gender/gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation (the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010).


GDPR

All adults employed by the college are responsible for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.


Armed Forces Covenant

We are committed to supporting veterans’ integration into civilian life after their loyal service to the Armed Forces. We welcome applications from veterans, and those who meet the essential criteria will be automatically invited for an interview.


Please note CVs cannot be accepted without a completed application form.

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Job Description

Description

We are looking for a Lecturer in Electrical Installation to co-ordinate designated study programme delivery activities for the College.

This will include the delivery of high quality teaching, responsibility for day to day operational issues, exams and time tabling, ensuring a consistent approach is maintained across both sites if required.

The successful applicant will inspire and motivate students through outstanding teaching and learning that stretches and challenges students to be the best they can be. Lecturers should be passionate about their area of teaching and be enthusiastic about developing their students English, Maths and other employability skills. All of this will be underpinned by regular target setting and progress monitoring to ensure that all students reach successful outcomes.


Main Responsibilities and Duties:


The following is an indication of the type and level of the main priorities expected of this role as directed by your line manager and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties or tasks:

1. Deliver high quality teaching in accordance with approved College standards and applicable validating/ moderating bodies, preparing teaching materials, schemes of work and lesson plans as required, developing and implementing the revised curriculum, undertaking quality assurance in collaboration with the Head of Department, assessing student’s written and practical work, monitoring and reporting on their progress including writing regular reviews of students’ Individual Learning Plans, recording, reporting and dissemination of assessment grades and students’ results in liaison with parents, carers and professional agencies as appropriate. This will include maintaining good order in the teaching environment, including statutory aspects such as safeguarding, equal opportunities and health and safety.

2. Undertake day to day course management duties including all communication, problem solving, diagnostic compliance, time table checks and amendments, arranging/ providing cover at short notice for lessons where needed, planning and co-ordinating work experience and enrichment activities, co-ordinating internal verification scheduling, liaising with all relevant departments as required e.g. Exams, MIS, ALS, etc. and complete all related organisation and administration, ensuring cross site compliance and consistency can be maintained at all times.

3. Assist with the recruitment and selection of suitable candidates for courses, managing enrolment procedures effectively, including Qualifications on Entry, transfers, additional qualification aims and late enrolments, to ensure that students are registered on the right course at the correct level. This will include assisting with the organisation and implementation of appropriate Induction Programmes for students.

4. Undertake all required meetings with students, including regular one to one meetings with students setting and reviewing SMART targets, assisting students with UCAS references, supporting students with their pastoral needs, guiding and directing in both academic and personal matters and liaising with cross-college services e.g. Personal Development Tutors etc. The frequency of student meetings will be determined by the Head of Department.

5. Monitor student attendance and student results, including start of year registers, exam entry and attendance, co-ordinating and administering course performance monitoring, to report on attendance, retention, achievement and success, with appropriate course and student action plans where required.

6. Promote and support English and Maths provision, both in class and on a one to one basis, including monitoring and addressing attendance and the movement of students to English and Maths lessons etc.

7. Attend meetings, including staff meetings, parent evenings, marketing events, courses and discussions, internal and external to the College as directed and reporting back as appropriate. This will include planning and co-ordinating parent’s evenings/ consultation meetings as directed.

8. Work with colleagues throughout the College to develop courses, training methods and materials, including attendance at Focus Days and other compulsory CPD events and participate in peer observation for developmental purposes, ensuring adherence to college policies and practices. This will include mentoring new Lecturers as required.

9. Assist with departmental administration including the timely marking of registers, updating of Pro-Monitor, producing reports on student attendance, retention and achievement and publication of materials on the College’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

10. Participate in relevant college meetings/ groups/ committees and quality assurance mechanisms e.g. verification, moderation, course reviews and Self-Assessment Reviews (SAR).


Application Requirements

To ensure compliance with safeguarding guidelines, all applicants must complete the application form in full. This includes providing:
  • A full employment history from the time you left full-time education, with details of any gaps in employment explained.
  • Information on all relevant education and qualifications.
Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered. Your co-operation helps us maintain the highest standards of safety and care for children and young people.


Benefits

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About MidKent College

A GOOD local College for Maidstone and Medway

Every year over 6000 students from Medway, Maidstone and beyond choose MidKent College to continue their studies and prepare for their future career.

Our sparkling campuses in Maidstone and Medway boast some of the best vocational training facilities in the country as well as staff and student social zones and more. Our University Centre Maidstone campus provides a valuable higher education and professional training centre for Maidstone, including South East Institute of Technology and the College’s Home Energy Centre. Additionally, in September 2024 we proudly opened Medway School of Arts in Chatham’s Historic Dockyard.
All of our campuses benefit from ongoing investment programmes so that we can provide fantastic learning environments for our students.
For over 100 years we’ve been providing high-quality technical training and apprenticeships in a range of subject areas.
In October 2024 Ofsted rated the College as ‘Good’.

Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to the safeguarding of all our students and staff. This means everyone who works here is required to actively protect them from preventable harm. Our recruitment and selection process includes background checks which will be undertaken on the successful applicant, including an enhanced DBS, and in your application you are required to demonstrate how you meet the Colleges requirements on safeguarding.
The background checks will be carried-out in accordance with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Code of Practice. The DBS helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. We operate in accordance with the DBS Code of Conduct and Privacy Policy. You can access both of these documents at https://www.midkent.ac.uk/about-us/policy-and-privacy-information
MidKent College is committed to safeguarding and the Prevent Agenda and to promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. MKC complies fully with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Code of Practice regarding the correct handling, storage, retention and disposal of Disclosures and Disclosure information, and undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a disclosure on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed.

Since the post for which you are applying may involve unsupervised access to children and vulnerable adults, it will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or young people. Candidates who are preliminarily offered a position for such posts will be required to disclose details, cautions (including final warnings or reprimands), or convictions which are not "protected" as defined by the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 or any other matters that may be relevant to their suitability to work for the College including sanctions relating to work with children in any country outside of the UK.

Please note that the College is unable to consider an application further if the candidate declines to complete the Disclosure form.

Commitment to Equal Opportunities

As a proud user of the disability confident scheme the College is committed to equal opportunities and celebrates the diversity of staff and students. As part of our commitment to the scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy.
We welcome applications from anyone wishing to work flexibly and those considering a return to work from a career break.

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