Description
We have a vacancy for Bank cover for Humanities teacher to predominantly teach on A Level Geography. In addition, the successful candidate would also be required to teach on either History, Politics or GCSE Social Science. To contribute to achieving excellence in teaching and learning through innovative and excellent practice. You will be expected to create effective and stimulating learning opportunities for all students through high quality teaching, learning and assessment. Enthusing students by making the subject content relevant and current with a strong link to employers and the local economy. You will be required to monitor each student's academic performance and provide feedback for improvements, supervise and motivate students to achieve their academic and personal goals.
Key Responsibilities
- To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life.
- To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review.
- To be aware of national developments in subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis.
- To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons to achieve effective management of the learning process
- Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy
- Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued
- Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
- To set, mark and record work in accordance with College and School Assessment policies.
- To track all students' progress and attendance in accordance with agreed College systems and policies
- To provide a balance of appropriate teaching styles and learning experiences.
- To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play and appropriate part in their implementation.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential criteria: Educated to Level 4 e.g. Degree or equivalent in social sciences or related degree.
Successful recent previous teaching experience with 11-18 year olds. Excellent computer literacy – ability to use the current IT programs of the College.
Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in A Levels and GCSEs.
Knowledge and understanding gained from previous experience in delivering the GCSE and/or A level specifications.
Engaged and passionate about Continuing Professional Development.
Minimum of Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy
High level of communication and interpersonal skills, an effective member of a team
Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves.
Strong understanding of the importance and impact of feedback on learner performance.
Experience using ICT to support and enhance subject delivery.
Outstanding teacher who is student centred
Benefits
We really care about our people. As a member of College staff, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, wellbeing services and opportunities for professional development.
These include:
- Generous annual leave - We offer the highest holiday entitlement in the City Region
- Competitive salary - Our salaries are the highest within FE in the City Region
- Access to our Employee Benefits Platform, offering hundreds of discounts and savings
- Wellbeing support - Access to a free, independent and confidential 24 hour counselling support, as well as general wellbeing and lifestyle support through our platform and app
- Pension Scheme - Excellent pension provision, with memberships of Local Government Scheme, Teachers Pension Scheme and Aviva, depending on the role.