Course Team Leader - English - GCSE and Functional Skills

We are seeking a Course Team Leader to lead the coordination and continuous development of the curriculum across GCSE and Functional Skills programmes. The role includes teaching across a range of programmes and playing a central role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of provision. You will work closely with the Section Manager to support quality assurance activities, including course health checks and external verification.

In addition, you will contribute to the design and development of an engaging curriculum, incorporating extracurricular activities and meaningful employer engagement. You will possess a degree in English or a relevant subject, and either hold a Level 5 (or above) teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (e.g. DET, PGCE or Secondary sector) or be willing to work towards this, supported by the college. You will have a minimum of two years’ experience of teaching GCSE English and Functional Skills, preferably within a Further Education setting, as well as having some experience of curriculum co-ordination and development.

Main Scope of Post:

• The organisation and development of cross college GCSE and Functional Skills English.
• Making the best use of the team resources including staffing and consumables.
• Ensuring high standards of retention and achievement in line with expected targets.
• Ensuring an effective student induction programme to maximise student engagement.
• Reviewing and promoting use of course materials and best practice within the course team to enhance the quality of learner experience.
• Assisting the Section Manager in monitoring effective actions that positively impact on course performance.
• Liaising with appropriate College staff and external bodies in order to maintain quality.

Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent in English or related subject.
• Minimum Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (e.g. DET, PGCE for FE or Secondary sector) or be willing to work towards this, supported by the college.
• GCSE in Maths and English at Grade C/4 or willing to achieve.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum of two years’ experience of teaching GCSE English and Functional Skills successfully, preferably including experience of teaching 16-18 year olds in Further Education.
• Some experience of leading/supervising a team.
• Knowledge and experience of implementing strategies to raise attendance, retention and achievement of learners.
• Experience of curriculum design and development.
• Experience of organising and implementing quality systems and procedures.
• Ability to teach English at Level 3.

Skills:

• The ability to enthuse and inspire students.
• The ability to improve attendance and engage reluctant learners.
• Good classroom practice and pedagogic knowledge.
• Good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Good interpersonal skills.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.