At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging Personal Development lessons that inspire and support student growth.
- Company: Join a supportive educational institution dedicated to personal and academic development.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, generous leave, and wellness resources for staff.
- Other info: Flexible part-time roles available at two beautiful Surrey colleges.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your teaching skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for teaching and ability to connect with diverse learners.
The predicted salary is between 33731 - 44000 £ per year.
We are seeking committed and reflective professionals to deliver high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment within the Personal Development curriculum. This role is central to ensuring learners experience a structured, engaging and impactful programme that supports their academic progress, personal growth and readiness for further study, employment and life beyond education. Personal Development is a fully taught and assessed element of the study programme, delivered with the same expectations, rigour and professional standards as all other curriculum areas. The role is fully embedded within faculty teams and quality assurance processes, contributing to a coherent and consistent learner experience.
Teachers of Personal Development will play an important role in creating a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment, working collaboratively with curriculum colleagues, tutors and support services to ensure learners are well supported and appropriately challenged throughout their journey. We have two permanent, part‑time opportunities available at our Surrey colleges: Farnham College (22.2 hours per week – 0.6 FTE) and Merrist Wood College (33 hours per week – 0.89 FTE).
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, deliver and assess an engaging Personal Development curriculum in line with agreed quality standards, ensuring consistency and learner engagement.
- Monitor learner progress, attendance and development, contributing to timely intervention and positive outcomes.
- Work as part of faculty teams, aligning delivery with curriculum planning, timetabling and quality assurance processes.
- Maintain high professional standards, including safeguarding responsibilities and appropriate learner‑teacher boundaries, while contributing to curriculum improvement and development.
Qualifications
- Understanding of effective teaching, learning and assessment practices and how to support learner progress and engagement.
- Ability to work collaboratively within curriculum teams, contributing to planning, quality assurance and continuous improvement.
- Commitment to professional development, including willingness to undertake a Level 3 teaching qualification and progress onto a Level 5 Teacher Apprenticeship.
- Confident working with a diverse range of learners and able to build positive, respectful relationships that promote trust, motivation and engagement.
- A strong commitment to maintaining high standards, safeguarding and professional practice.
Benefits
- Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award‑winning Learning Philosophy.
- Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
- Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
- Learning and Development: Continuous opportunities for teachers’ professional growth and skill enhancement through our in‑house L&D team.
- Teaching Support: Tailored three‑day induction programme, and development programs for teaching staff.
- Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff.
- Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
- Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve‑point pay scale for teachers.
- On‑Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
Equal Opportunity
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning is committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly. Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expects all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
