Science Lecturer - Chemistry in Bradford

We have an excellent opportunity for two Science Lecturers with a Chemistry specialism to join our dedicated and friendly Science and Digital Department. Working in state-of-the-art Science classrooms, the successful applicant will deliver outstanding teaching and learning to inspire, motivate and develop our students' knowledge and skills.

The successful candidate will have a real passion for their subject and be enthusiastic about all aspects of their teaching practice. You will have a clear understanding of what makes good 'one to one' academic monitoring and interviews with students, in order to provide students with constructive individual feedback on strengths and areas for improvement including action plans for improvement.

Responsibilities include:

• To teach on courses specified by the Head of Department/Head of School.
• To motivate and build self-esteem and self-worth/self-belief, developing a 'can do' attitude with students.
• To communicate effectively with students and colleagues.
• To communicate effectively with parents and carers at appropriate times, conveying relevant information about attainment, objectives and progress.
• To participate in open events and parents/student consultation evenings as appropriate.
• To participate actively in the development of curriculum; and where appropriate in cross College curriculum development.
• To participate actively in the enrolment, induction, monitoring, profiling and initial assessment of students or trainees.
• To devise individual learning plans and provide support for learners in line with the requirements of the course.
• To devise Plans of Learning for the taught curriculum.
• To be responsible for the supervision and management of students on placements and offsite visits and activities where appropriate.
• To act as academic and pastoral tutor to assigned students.
• To implement and promote College regulations, policies and procedures.
• To participate in relevant Course Committee activities.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

Education & Training

• Educated to Degree (or equivalent) standard in Science.
• A recognised Level 5 teaching qualification or working towards one.
• GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale.
• GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale.

Experience

• Specialist knowledge of subject(s) - Chemistry.
• Proven experience and evidence of successful teaching.
• Experience of being a pastoral/form tutor (16-19).
• Academic or industrial or commercial experience in an area relevant to the programmes.
• Experience of using Microsoft Teams, interactive whiteboards, Moodle and using digital resources to enhance learning and teaching.
• Experience of delivering FE including assessment with awarding organisations.
• Ability to utilise Information Technology and Information, Learning and Technology both within learning and for administrative purposes.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.