Our thriving Construction department are seeking a Carpentry and Joinery Lecturer to deliver an outstanding student learning experience, as you prepare young adults and experienced trade professionals to contribute to the modern world of work.
We welcome applications from both experienced teaching staff as well as industry professionals looking to share their skills and experience with the next generation.
If you do not hold a teaching qualification Bradford College will support staff members to achieve this.
Please note that this is a Part Time role working 14 hours per week.
Responsibilities include:
To teach on courses specified by the management team in and out of College premises
To assist the management team in delivering high learning value, financially efficient programmes (including physical resource management) and to lead on innovation and efficiency in the delivery of learning
To be responsible for student’s academic progress, wellbeing, behaviour management and careers and pastoral guidance throughout their learning journey
To seek out and respond to the student voice – seeing students as primary stakeholders in their learning
To help students develop modern, safe working practices and behaviours – in both technical (vocational skills) and employability skills.
To participate actively in the enrolment, monitoring, profiling and assessment of students
To proactively develop and promote close links with employer/industry partners
To create enriching, effective and inspirational programmes of learning that expose our students to real-life work experiences – including on and off campus
To treat students as individuals and develop personalised learning plans that drive their progress in learning, scaffold them to meet and exceed their targets and enable them to reach their career goals
To arrange, supervise and manage students on placements, offsite visits and related activities.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be learner and quality focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. They should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within their core values.
We particularly encourage applications from female candidates, as this group is currently underrepresented in the department.
Education & Training
Relevant industry and/or vocational experience in the subject specialism being taught – Carpentry & Joinery
Minimum Level 3 qualification in carpentry or equivalent subject
Recognised teaching qualification or willing to work towards in a given timeframe.
GCSE A*- C or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in English or equivalent. (e.g., 1, O Level A – C)
GCSE A*- C or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in Maths or equivalent. (e.g., 1, O Level A – C)
Experience
A proven track record of industry practice, demonstrating personal achievement and professionalism.
Leading partnership work with external stakeholders to deliver projects, trips, visits and employer engagement
Experience of teaching carpentry to level 3 as a minimum within a teaching/training environment
Ability to methodically plan student progress and record effectively.
Theoretical and practical knowledge to teach a range of topics within specified subject area
The ability to plan and deliver high quality, imaginative and inspirational teaching and learning which meets curriculum requirements and the needs of all students on a range of programmes.
The ability to ensure that individual learner needs are met in a responsive way, in line with the concept of inclusive learning, and an outstanding student experience
For an informal discussion about the role, please email [email protected]
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.
RECRUITMENT AGENCIES
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We shall not be liable for any fee /commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.
Bradford College
At Bradford College our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.
Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.
Our aim is to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference to the lives of everyone at Bradford College.
Benefits of working at Bradford College:
Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 44 days holidays, plus bank holidays
Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
Teachers’ Pension scheme, with a generous 23% employer contribution
Annual salary reviews
Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
Free sports and gym facilities
Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
A host of training development opportunities
Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed creating a better future for all through education and training.
If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.
Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that social media checks will also be undertaken during the recruitment process.
Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.
