Bank Spanish lecturer within Adult and Community Learning at Oaklands College, teaching adult learners on a bank basis. The work is planning and delivering Spanish lessons from complete beginner to advanced level, with progress monitoring and feedback throughout. The courses are non-accredited leisure provision, so the focus is personal development and practical language use rather than assessment. A Level 4 qualification in a modern language or equivalent professional experience is needed.
What the job involves
- Plan and deliver structured Spanish lessons for adult learners
- Differentiate activities for a range of abilities and language levels
- Create a positive, inclusive learning environment that builds confidence and participation
- Monitor learner progress and give constructive feedback and support
- Prepare teaching resources and lesson materials
- Ensure learners work safely and meet health and safety requirements
- Complete course documentation, including schemes of learning and learner profiles
- Maintain accurate learner records and registers
- Take part in course reviews, lesson observations, quality assurance and standardisation
- Attend departmental meetings, up to two per academic year
- Follow College policies, particularly on safeguarding, equality, diversity and health and safety
- Complete mandatory training and comply with internal quality processes
What’s required
Qualifications
- Level 4 qualification in modern languages or a related subject, or equivalent professional experience
Experience
- Experience teaching Spanish to adult learners at beginner and/or advanced level
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of a range of teaching methods suitable for adult learners
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to motivate and engage adult learners from diverse backgrounds
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Competent IT skills, including online learning resources and digital teaching tools
Other
- Confident in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment
- Dedicated to creating a safe, respectful and welcoming learning environment for all
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a wider team
- Commitment to accurate records and meeting administrative deadlines
- Committed to safeguarding learners and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion
Nice to have
- Recent teaching experience
- Level 3 Award in Education and Training, or willingness to work towards it
What’s offered
- Free access to the on-site gym at St Albans campus, with time restrictions
- Financial wellbeing discounts, including beauty treatments, on-site zoo and UNO Bus Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Generous holiday allowance
- Continuous professional development, including free Adult Community Learning courses and staff training
- Staff Development Days and Awards
- Mental health and wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 and peer supporters
- Eye care vouchers
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