Course Team Leader – Travel and Tourism - Uxbridge - 4 days

This role is an exciting opportunity for an organised and enthusiastic Lecturer seeking the next step in their career. We are seeking two part-time Course Team Leaders for Travel and Tourism to join our successful and friendly team. You will co-ordinate and support the development and delivery of the curriculum and also teach across a range of programmes. Courses offered currently include NCFE Level 1, 2 and 3 and BTEC HNC and HND in International Travel & Tourism Management.

You should hold a minimum Level 3 qualification or a degree in a relevant subject area, along with a Level 5 teaching qualification that is recognised within the Further Education sector, or be willing to achieve this, supported by the College. You will have a proven track record of teaching successfully in the relevant field, as well as experience in curriculum planning and development. Additionally, you will have some experience in leading or supervising others. The working pattern for the 28.8 hour post is expected to be Mondays - Thursdays.

Our Travel and Tourism section at Uxbridge Campus offers a range of travel-related courses with a focus on the airline/aviation and hospitality industries. Working with local employers at and around Heathrow airport, we successfully prepare learners for careers in the sector and/or higher education. We offer excellent facilities such as a mock aircraft cabin and travel agent, source work experience placements for our learners and offer a range of visits including overseas trips. As a Course Team Leader, you will be joining an outstanding team with a range of industry experience, committed to the success of our learners.

To ensure recruitment, retention and achievement of students within the post holder’s area of responsibility. To provide leadership to a curriculum staff team. To teach across a range of programmes and to be responsible to the Section Manager and Head of School for the efficient and effective management of the course team, including:

• the organisation and development of the curriculum, including enrichment activities (employer engagement, trips, guest speakers)
• making the best use of the team resources including staffing and consumables
• gaining maximum funding through high levels of enrolment, retention and achievement
• liaising with appropriate College staff and external bodies

In addition to the role and responsibilities of a main grade lecturer the post holder will also have the following Course Team Leader responsibilities:

• To contribute to the development, planning and implementation of new initiatives within the section and School generally.
• To assist in the monitoring and supervision of all part-time teaching and non-teaching staff to ensure they are kept informed regarding all College and curriculum developments.
• To lead Course Team meetings and contribute to Section Area meetings.
• To participate fully in the marketing of courses and promotional events both on and off site.
• To assist in the updating of statistical information required for attendance, retention and achievement.
• To take effective links with any relevant outside agencies to both secure student growth and progression.
• To take an active role in the reviewing of curriculum and quality procedures.
• To contribute to and monitor the deployment of resources, physical and human, within the department.
• To implement, monitor and report on the strategies to address the 70% attendance of work experience for the various programmes.

• A degree or minimum Level 3 qualification in the relevant subject area
• Minimum Level 5 level teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, DET) or willing to work towards this, supported by the college
• Maths and English at GCSE Grade C / 4 or equivalent

• Successful teaching experience in Travel and Tourism
• Curriculum co-ordination/development experience
• Good organisational and planning skills
• Up to date knowledge of relevant subject area
• Experience of working in the travel industry
• The ability to supervise/lead a team
• Experience of Hotels, airport or airlines industry

• The ability to enthuse and inspire students
• Good classroom practice
• Good communication skills, written and verbal
• Good interpersonal skills
• IT skills
• Experience of using IT and e-learning within the curriculum
• Commitment to Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding in an education environment
• Commitment to learners and learner achievement

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.