Full Time Lecturer: Health and Social Care in Liverpool

We are currently recruiting for a Health and Social Care Lecturer on a permanent basis. To teach within the School of Health and Care across a range of courses from Entry level to level 3 and potential to teach up to level 6 in Health and Care. You will create effective and stimulating opportunities for all students through high quality teaching, learning and assessment that enables progression and development for all learners.

Key Responsibilities

• To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life.
• To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review.
• To be aware of national developments in the subject area and participate in relevant CPD to enhance professional development needs.
• To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons to achieve effective Teaching, Learning and Assessment.
• Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate and encourage students as individuals.
• Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident, and valued.
• Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication, and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
• To set and mark work in accordance with College, Associated University and School Assessment policies.
• To track all students’ progress in accordance with agreed systems and policies.
• To develop a rapport with individuals and whole groups to facilitate the learning process.
• To be aware of external and internal assessment procedures and play an appropriate part in their implementation.
• To have excellent communication skills.
• To liaise with Head of School, Deputy and Assistant Head in contributing to the design of programmes and supporting and developing teaching, learning and assessment in order to achieve high standards in success and value added.
• To attend and contribute fully to team meetings, course team objectives and the college’s quality cycle.
• To track and monitor attendance and retention in accordance with course targets and College procedures.
• Encourage students to reflect and recognise ways in which learning can empower them as individuals and make a difference to communities.
• Share good practice with others through the College Peer Review process and engage in continuing professional development on a personal level.
• Evaluate own contribution to the organisation’s quality cycle.
• Have the skills to develop learning material that can be delivered remotely.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

• Educated to Level 6 e.g. Degree or equivalent in a health or science subject.
• Ability to teach at least one of the following: Biology, Chemistry and Physics, Health and Social Care.
• Excellent computer literacy – ability to use the current IT programs of the College.
• Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in health or science.
• Knowledge and understanding of health-related subjects.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Engaged in Continuing Professional Development.
• Minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy or willingness to complete.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable:

• A recognised Teaching qualification or substantial vocational experience.
• Industry experience in the health sector.
• Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves.
• Experience of resource-based learning.
• Experience of developing remote and online based learning and materials.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.
• Experience of assessing students’ needs and planning curriculum for their benefit including Technology Enhanced Learning.
• Good understanding of curriculum development to meet the training needs of employers.
• Good understanding of quality assurance and improvement processes.

Benefits

As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development. Here are some of the benefits available to you:

• Generous holiday allowance: 60 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 annual wellbeing day.
• Pension Scheme: You’ll be part of the Teachers' Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions of up to 24%—one of the best pension packages in the sector.
• Employee Benefits Platform: Access to discounts at major supermarkets, fashion and lifestyle retailers, tech stores, travel providers, and more.
• Health and Wellbeing: Access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Travel: Interest‑free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail.
• Flexible Working: Flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work-life balance.
• Professional Development: A mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities.
• College Benefits: Access to sports and fitness facilities, discounted hair and beauty treatments, and staff discount at our Academy Restaurant.