Job Title: Lecturer in Maths Location: Highbury Campus with travel across other campuses Salary: £28,315.00 - £41,541.00 Full Time Equivalent Job Type: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week Teaching hours: 850 per annum actual, 850 full time equivalent About City of Portsmouth College: At City of Portsmouth College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will personally be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. Everyone at the College is part of the bigger picture and together, each role makes an impact and in turn a difference to our students learning journey. We have an unrivalled curriculum of courses on offer for students of all ages and stages covering A-levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Technical courses. We also offer Higher Education, Online learning and Community courses that appeal to the needs of the local community. We aspire to become the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, promoting a progressive, supportive and rewarding workplace culture. Here at COPC, we offer ongoing support, professional development / training and guidance alongside competitive benefits to all staff. By joining us you can be a part of the journey to shape the next generations educational journey and you will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. What we offer: Annual Leave: 42 days bookable annual leave, 8 bank holidays plus up to 2 weeks Christmas closure Pension: Generous Teachers' pension with employer contributions of 26.68%. Further information can be found at Teachers' Pensions (teacherspensions.co.uk) Learning & Development: Programmes by The Community Adult Education Department Staff Development: Access to the College staff development programmes and CPD Onsite Discounts: City of Portsmouth College Hair Salon & 50% off at the City of Portsmouth College Sports Centre Online Discounts: Unidays, Student Beans, and Totum with a City of Portsmouth College email address Parking: Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel) About The Role: As a Lecturer in Maths here at COPC, your role will encompass various responsibilities aimed at providing the very best of learning experiences to our students. Your role will entail designing and delivering lessons, conducting practical demonstrations, and assessing students' progress through assignments / exams. You will also play a key role in curriculum development, staying updated with industry trends and standards to ensure students receive relevant and up to date training. Additionally, you may be tasked with providing guidance on career pathways, industry certifications and work placements to assist students in transitioning successfully into the workplace. Key Responsibilities: To deliver Maths qualifications to 16-19 year old learners alongside their vocational studies at our Highbury and North Harbour campuses. In addition to delivering to 19+ adult learners who wish to improve their mathematical skills and gain recognised qualifications. Students will study across a range of courses which include; Functional Skills Entry, Level 1, Level 2 as well as GCSE Conducting demonstrations and hands-on training to enhance students practical skills and understanding Providing constructive feedback and support to students to help them improve their skills and achieve learning outcomes Collaborating with colleagues on curriculum design, program development and quality assurance initiatives Represent COPC with the upmost professionalism with every interaction Handling of sensitive information with confidentiality and adherence to data protection regulations Foster a positive and inclusive environment that promotes diversity, equality and respect among all members of the college community. To be successful in this role, below is what we would need from you: Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Strong interpersonal skills, maintaining an approachable demeanour to aid a positive first impression and rapport building Customer focused mindset with a commitment to providing exceptional service Problem solving abilities in order to resolve issues independently or collaboratively with colleagues Previous experience in a similar role or a lengthy background within Maths Maths qualifications are a must Level 5 Certificate in Education or equivalent or be willing to work towards Diversity and Inclusion: Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of City of Portsmouth College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training. The College’s commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in the continued successful promotion of these strands through the curriculum, enrichment activities, and the range of direct and indirect student support services. Pre-Employment Checks: City of Portsmouth College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our College. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and two references. We reserve the right to close the job advert when we have had successful applications, and it may not run for the full duration of the advert. We do not accept CVs from agencies for these roles. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.
