At Coleg Cambria, our aim is to be an exceptional institute of education.
We provide a warm welcome to all students and staff to make Coleg Cambria a place you want to be a part of. To ensure our students get the best experience and results they can, we make sure the people employed with us are happy. We nurture a positive work environment, a constantly expanding and improving workforce, and offer the opportunity to challenge yourself. On top of all that we have a wide range of benefits to make sure our employees feel valued, including generous annual leave, a great pension package, discount membership to our on-site gyms, salons, and professional training restaurants.
Our 5 Campuses situated in the stunning North Wales area are constantly expanding and evolving. With strong relationships with multiple companies in the area we help give our students the best start to their careers and help the local economy thrive. Wales has a strong and proud culture we continue to grow these important values by being committed to raising the Welsh language profile. We are very proud of what we have built here and we are now looking for someone to enhance our already exceptional workforce.
Exceeding expectations through education, innovation and inspiration…
Role Title: Sports Lecturer
Location: Deeside
Contract Type: Part Time, 25.9 hours a week (0.7 FTE), Permanent
Pro Rata Salary: M1 £23,517.20 - UP3 £36,352.40 (Upper pay range points UP2 and UP3 are subject to evidence of previous progression to Upper Pay Spine)
Coleg Cambria is searching for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a part-time Lecturer in Sport. We are seeking an enthusiastic professional who is committed to inspiring the next generation of athletes and sports professionals. This permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to have a significant impact on the development and success of our students.
As a Lecturer in Sport, your primary responsibility will be to deliver high-quality teaching and learning experiences to our level 2, level 3, and school links learners enrolled in sport-related courses. You will be responsible for planning and implementing engaging lessons, lectures, and practical sessions that align with the curriculum and cater to the diverse needs of our learners.
In this role, you will provide guidance, support, and constructive feedback to students, nurturing their growth and progress in their sports studies. Assessing and evaluating student performance through assignments, projects, and examinations will be crucial in helping them achieve their goals. Your ability to provide timely and accurate feedback will be instrumental in their development.
Furthermore, you will contribute to the design and development of curriculum materials and resources. It will be essential to ensure that these materials are up-to-date and relevant to industry standards. Staying updated with industry trends and advancements will allow you to incorporate the latest knowledge and skills into your teaching practice, enriching the learning experience for our students.
A Football Coaching Qualification would be advantageous but it is not essential.
Essential Requirements
Qualified to a minimum of Level 4 or equivalent in a professionally relevant subject matter
You must be a qualified teacher and hold either a PGCE, Cert Ed or C&G 7407
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Self motivated, well organised and able to work independently using own initiative
Welsh Language skills are an essential requirement for this role. Candidates are required to have a Welsh Level of C2. However, applicants who are currently within one level of the required standard (C1) are also encouraged to apply on a "need-to-learn" basis, provided they demonstrate a clear commitment to achieving the necessary fluency.
Coleg Cambria is committed to supporting this growth through a tailored professional development plan. To ensure the right support is put in place, a Welsh Language skills assessment will form part of the selection process to identify your current competence, confidence, and suitability for a development plan.
Welsh skills are essential for this specific post. We are seeking candidates who can help us grow our bilingual provision and service.
Coleg Cambria aims to actively promote and embed the Welsh language and culture. We are committed to providing opportunities and support for our colleagues to develop their Welsh language skills in both formal and informal settings. This includes access to tailored Welsh language training plans as well as incentive payments for bilingual delivery and services.
We highly encourage applications in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Application forms, explanatory material, information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions all available in Welsh.
Coleg Cambria is a ‘Disability Confident’ Employer.
We are building a college that reflects the vibrant, diverse community we serve. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups.
Coleg Cambria is committed to safeguarding all learners, and we expect every member of staff to share this commitment.
This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and is classed as regulated activity. It therefore requires an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check, and applicants must disclose all cautions and convictions, including spent ones. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Disclosure will not automatically prevent employment; a risk assessment will be carried out however we may deem some convictions / cautions as unsuitable to work with children.
Depending on the position, successful candidates may also need to register with the Education Workforce Council.
Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary.
Please be aware that Coleg Cambria reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.
Excellent Pension Scheme(s)
Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
On site nursery provision at our Deeside site
Discounts on a Range Of College Evening Courses
Access to A Wide Range of E-Learning and Professional Development
Discounted Gym Membership
Excellent Sports and Fitness Facilities
Free Parking on All Sites
Cycle Scheme
Discounted Rates for Hairdressing and Beauty Treatments
Discounted Rates for Restaurants
Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
