Lecturer in General Building
£25,933 - £34,680 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience
plus £3,000 per annum Shortage Skills’ Allowance*
37 hours per week
*It is possible that a successful candidate new to teaching in the last 5 years may also be eligible to apply for an additional Levelling Up Premium in 2024/5 and 2025/6, as recently announced by the Department for Education (DfE). Further details available on appointment, as and when issued by DfE.
Are you an experienced industry professional looking for a new challenge and career change? Have you considered teaching, and passing on your skills to the next generation? We have a vacancy in our Construction & Engineering team working in our state of-the-art Construction Centre at Lancaster & Morecambe College.
Applications are welcomed from qualified industry professionals with up to date experience in the building construction trade or industry who do not yet hold a teaching qualification. We would expect you to have a keen interest in the development of young people entering the profession and be able to demonstrate strong communication skills and teaching potential.
This is a unique opportunity for you to transition to a dual professional teaching role at the College. We will support your comprehensive on-the-job training programme, including initial teacher training qualification; individual support and mentoring; and, if required, a reduced teaching workload in the first year.
Benefits of this post include: membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (employer contribution 28.68%); generous leave entitlement; Cycle to Work scheme; opportunities for continuing professional development; and good staff support services.
Job Title | LECTURER IN GENERAL BUILDING |
Salary Range | Lecturer Scale, Points 5 – 12 £25,933 - £34,680 per annum plus £3,000 per annum Shortage Skills Allowance |
Programme Area | Energy, Engineering & Construction |
Hours per Week | 37 |
Terms of Employment | Permanent Full year Academic Contract |
Annual Leave Entitlement | 37 Days* + Bank Holiday entitlement and College Closure Days *2 days to be taken on identified dates during the Christmas closure period as notified on the College calendar |
Responsible to | Programme Area Manager |
All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our policy of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners
Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form
Closing date: Wednesday, 19th June 2024
Job Purpose:
Key Tasks / Responsibilities:
A teaching commitment in line with College policy as agreed annually with the Programme Area Manager and Director of Curriculum and Innovation. You will plan and deliver teaching/learning programmes using a flexible range of engaging strategies to promote learning, taking responsibility for the continual development of own teaching and related curriculum.
Develop learning resources/materials to meet individual learner needs, promote independent learning skills, devise appropriate assignments, tutorials and learning programmes and maintain records that support the learning experience.
Work within an agreed curriculum framework and to agreed targets/objectives, and contribute to Programme Area curriculum development activities.
Assess student competence in College or in the workplace, including Internal Verification.
Undertake administrative tasks and complete returns as required by the Programme Area Manager.
Act as a course manager and/or course tutor as appropriate, supporting the successful implementation of study programmes and work experience placements.
Assist with recruitment, selection and enrolment, providing high quality information, advice and guidance to students.
Promote and support the positive behaviour of students.
Accompany and supervise students on educational and training visits if required.
Other duties commensurate with the grade of post as required.
Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form
Closing date: Friday, 21st June 2024
Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form
Disclosure & Barring Service: This post is subject to an enhanced DBS Certificate
Essential - Measured by application form and interview
Desirable - Measured by application form and interview
Essential - Measured by application form, interview and assessment.*
Desirable - Measured by application form, interview and assessment
*You will be required to undertake a Literacy and/or Numeracy assessment at, or immediately after interview, if you do not have these qualifications or cannot provide the relevant certificates
Essential - Measured by application form and interview
Desirable - Measured by application form and interview
Essential - Measured by presentation and interview
Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form
Lancaster & Morecambe College is a thriving FE College, rated GOOD by Ofsted and justifiably proud of its strong links with our local community. Located between Lancaster and Morecambe, and within commuting distance of Central Lancashire, Cumbria and North Yorkshire, our industry-standard facilities attract colleagues from across the North West.
We are excited to be working in partnership with the Eden Project & local partners to develop the Morecambe Bay Curriculum to meet future employment needs and to utilise our wonderful local landscape as a unique learning resource.
LMC is a respectful, welcoming safe space to work, learn and thrive with high expectations for all. Valued as a significant local employer, we work hard to provide a supportive, productive and fulfilling working environment for our staff. We are always looking for talented and innovative people to join us.
Valued as a significant local employer, we work hard to provide a supportive, productive and fulfilling working environment for our staff. In addition to a friendly team culture and a range of excellent on-site facilities, we offer:
Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form
Please download the application form here and email the completed form and a covering letter to jobs@lmc.ac.uk
We will process your form once received. Please note that sending a CV will not be accepted or processed.
Thank you.