University & Professional Development Centre - Bury St Edmunds (base location) with additional delivery across PPL Centres and other locations as required. 1 FTE – 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year – Permanent Salary: £28,443 per annum - £30,726 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience) We are excited to offer a new Lecturing opportunity within our team. This role will teach Skills for Employment qualifications to a range of classes across the college, learning centres, and workplaces as required. Working collaboratively with other team members and cross-college departments and PPL Centres, you will work to develop and widen work experience opportunities for students and play an active part within the Skills for Employment delivery team which includes maintaining a high standard of quality within the department. The successful candidate will actively participate in the engagement of employers and stakeholders to offer work experience placements to students who are taking part in Skills for Employment programmes. We offer a wide range of staff benefits including: Membership into Local Teachers Pension Scheme Generous holiday allowance of 52 days per annum + Bank Holidays Family friendly policies and flexible working Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Employee wellbeing initiatives Free parking Canteen Company events Access to various memberships and discount schemes Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days Funded subject course development for your role Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities Career progression opportunities West Suffolk College provides a dynamic and rewarding environment for professionals seeking to make a real impact in education. As one of the largest further education providers in the region, the college offers a broad range of courses, from apprenticeships to degree programmes, allowing you to contribute to diverse learning paths. The college is deeply committed to both student success and staff development. With its strong ties to local businesses and industry, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate on real-world projects and help shape the future workforce. The supportive and innovative atmosphere encourages professional growth through training and development programmes. By joining West Suffolk College, you become part of a forward-thinking institution known for its excellent facilities, state-of-the-art resources, and a focus on employability, making it an exciting place to further your career. As a Group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview. This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance. The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AND APPLY DIRECTLY VIA OUR PORTAL. WE CANNOT ACCEPT INDEED APPLICATIONS OR CVS AS A FORMAL APPLICATION, THANK YOU. Completed application forms should be made via out recruitment portal – if you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion. Closing Date: 8:00am on Monday, 25th November Interviews: To be held shortly thereafter We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date, early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010. The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure. All data will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information about how we access and use your information please visit our website. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £28,443.00-£30,726.00 per year Benefits: Canteen Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Store discount Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Application deadline: 25/11/2024
