Main Grade Lecturer - Travel in Liverpool

Department: Visitor Economy, Leisure & Service Industries

Salary: £34,789 - £43,139 per year

Job Type: Full time, permanent, 35 hours per week

We are looking for three exceptional individuals to contribute to achieving excellence in teaching and learning through innovative and excellent practice. You will be expected to create effective and stimulating learning opportunities for all students through high quality teaching, learning and assessment.

You will deliver teaching and learning on all levels, from Level 1 through to L3 equipping learners with the knowledge and skill necessary for success in the travel and tourism industry. You will be able to teach and demonstrate that you have updated knowledge of industry trends and standards.

Pastoral care will be an additional focus of the role, and you will take responsibility for both personal and group tutorials to establish a cohesive learning experience that enables progression and development to higher levels or future employment.

Responsible to: Head of Visitor Economy, Leisure & Service Industries

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 subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis.
• To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons in order to achieve effective management of the learning process.
• Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy.
• 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 and School Assessment policies, to record work carried out and assessment of same.
• To track all students’ progress and attendance in accordance with agreed College systems and policies.
• To provide a balance of appropriate teaching styles and learning experiences.
• To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play an appropriate part in their implementation.
• Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome barriers.
• To liaise with Head of School in contributing to the design of programmes and teaching approaches which will enable curriculum areas to achieve high standards and value added.
• To liaise with Head of School and curriculum teams in contributing to the administration necessary to support the teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area.
• To work with colleagues with relevant expertise to identify and address additional student English and Maths skills development in subject area.
• To review own professional development needs and to participate fully in future training and development.
• To communicate and consult with parents, carers and students including Parent’s Evening, Welcome Evenings, events and open evenings.
• To ensure that all students in the subject area comply with College’s policies and procedures.
• To provide enrichment opportunities that are exciting, motivating and enhance the student experience.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

• Educated to Level 4 e.g. Degree or equivalent in Travel and Tourism.
• A recognised Teaching qualification or vocational experience.
• Professional qualification relevant to the subject area.
• Excellent computer literacy – ability to use the current IT programs of the College.
• Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in Travel and Tourism.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Travel and Tourism industry.
• Engaged in Continuing Professional Development.
• Minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy or willingness to complete.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable:

• Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves.
• Experience of resource-based learning.
• An A1 qualification.
• 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.

Please Note: This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged.

Benefits

Why Join The City of Liverpool College? 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 the COLC Employee Benefits Platform, a one-stop hub for a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and everyday savings.
• Health and Wellbeing: Access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a completely 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 excellent sports and fitness facilities free of charge, discounted hair and beauty treatments, and staff discount at our Academy Restaurant.