At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver engaging science programmes while ensuring quality assurance.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking educational institution dedicated to student success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for creativity and innovation in education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by guiding their academic journey.
- Qualifications: Teaching qualification and experience in the science field are essential.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
To take an active role in the planning and delivery of quality programmes within the Curriculum area. Must already work in the science department.
Key Responsibilities
- To undertake the duties of a lecturer as per the job description and in addition coordinate the Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) process, including standardisation activities.
- Oversee External Quality Assurance (EQA) activities, including managing Standards Verifier (SV) visits when necessary.
- Set up and maintain the Markbook structure to effectively track learner progress.
- Monitor compliance with timely Markbook completion and report any issues to the Curriculum Manager (CM).
- Monitor learners' progress against their minimum expected grade (MEG) and report issues to the Curriculum Manager (CM).
- Support the course delivery team to ensure all learners meet or exceed their minimum expected grade (MEG).
- Collaborate with the curriculum team to identify exam schedules and liaise with the exams department to ensure exams are booked accurately and in a timely manner.
- Ensure all key assessment grades are inputted into Markbook by the specified deadlines.
- Ensure all pressure tests are written and completed by the specified deadlines.
- Support staff and students in entering World Skills and Greater Manchester (GM) competitions.
- Conduct audits of student feedback and report any issues to the Curriculum Manager (CM).
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications
- Essential Criteria: Teaching Qualification or willingness to work towards.
- Desirable Criteria: Degree and/or relevant professional qualification e.g. HNC/D.
Experience
- Essential Criteria: Experience of teaching within the subject area. If a vocational area, practical/industrial experience within that field.
Specialist Knowledge
- Essential Criteria: Comprehensive knowledge of the subject area, understanding of current educational initiatives, creative and innovative approach to the development of teaching materials, detailed understanding of IQA and EQA processes relevant to the courses offered within the allocated course portfolio.
IT Skills
- Essential Criteria: Intermediate level of Microsoft applications particularly Word and PowerPoint. Willing to undertake IT training relevant to their role.
- Desirable Criteria: Knowledge of software packages such as Markbook, OneGrade and student record systems. Familiar with using VLEs and E-Learning packages.
Curriculum Leader - Centre for Higher Education and Access to Science in Middleton employer: Hopwood Hall
Hopwood Hall is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Middleton where creativity and innovation thrive. As a part-time Immersive Learning Content Designer, you will benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises professional development and collaboration, while contributing to cutting-edge educational projects that enhance learning experiences. With a focus on employee growth and the integration of advanced technologies, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field of digital education.
