Teacher - Level 1 and Level 2 (School of Enterprise and Employability) in Leeds

Leeds City College are seeking a Teacher of Enterprise and Employability to join us at our Somerville House campus. This role is ideal for someone who has experience working with young people, who has patience, empathy, and the enthusiasm to support learners take the next step in their education or employment. In this role, you will support learner development, progression, and achievement, and work with the Deputy Head to design a robust and ambitious curriculum at Level 1 and 2.

Our curriculum is centred on active learning and skills development, which means that we provide learners with practical lessons and work closely with employers and higher education providers to give learners an insight into different careers, the world of work, apprenticeships, and higher education. Our class sizes are no bigger than 20 students per class. The School of Enterprise and Employability offers a wide range of study programmes to 16-18 year old learners and 19+ with an EHCP. Our course offers range from Level 1 for learners who may be applying to college with limited previous experience or qualifications, to Level 2, which enables students to progress to higher education, apprenticeships, or the world of work.

We are a vibrant department with an exceptional and successful reputation for offering a ‘learning by doing’ curriculum. Our department is full of energy and passionate about what we do. We prioritise staff wellbeing and have in place a staff wellbeing plan for the year, weekly coffee and chat sessions, team social events and a wellbeing dog on site for students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and develop schemes of work, session plans, teaching and learning resources, and learning and assessment plans.
• Create individual SMART learning targets linked to learner study programme/course.
• Be responsible for recording student progress.
• Maintain and update knowledge of the subject and/or vocational area.
• Maintain and update knowledge of educational research to develop evidence‑based practice.
• Reflect on what works best in teaching and learning to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Adapt curriculum delivery methods to maximise their effectiveness, including through the use of technology.
• Carry out internal verification/moderation.

About You

• Holds a L5 Teaching Qualification (e.g. Cert Ed, PGCE).
• Relevant highest level vocational qualification or degree in teaching subject.
• English and Maths at Level 2 or above and a willingness to improve in one or both disciplines to level 3 or above.
• Relevant up to date subject knowledge and recent delivery in the Further Education or school sector.
• Recent teaching delivery in relevant subject areas (PGCE teaching placements/experience would also qualify here) which demonstrates active learning and differentiated teaching styles.
• Experience of positively managing student progression, advice and guidance in a school or Further Education setting.
• Experience of setting appropriate SMART targets to ensure progression of learners.
• Knowledge of current teaching practices and experience of utilising a range of teaching practices to enhance learner journey and progression.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 44 days plus bank holidays (Curriculum and Management); 39 days plus bank holidays (Curriculum support and business support).
• Pension schemes: Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, People’s Pension Scheme.
• CPD opportunities: Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days; qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
• Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

About Us

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally. We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does. We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow.

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre‑employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We do not accept unsolicited CV’s and applications from agencies and will not be liable for any fee in connection with a candidate that has been submitted speculatively through any agency that has not been expressly instructed for a particular vacancy as part of our Preferred Supplier List.