Newcastle College is one of Britain s largest and most successful further education institutions. We are committed to quality and currently provide a wide range of programmes to over 35,000 students. Lifestyle Academy / Travel Toursim and Aviation Lecturer in Cabin Crew and Aviation (0.6 FTE) Ref: LA 5132 Salary: 24,853-33,421 per annum This post involves teaching and assessing on Cabin Crew/Aviation programmes across all levels of qualifications offered within the school including full and part time programmes. Your hours of work will be flexible and may include evening and weekends according to student demand. You will be required to undertake course leadership responsibility which entails managing a course team, monitoring attendance, retention and achievement and learner support. The successful candidate will have a related degree level academic/vocational qualification in a relevant curriculum area of travel, Tourism and Aviation and teaching qualification and be a member of the Institute for Learning (IfL). Newcastle College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. s and further information about these and all current externally advertised vacancies are available on the College Website www.newcastlecollege.co.uk or by e-mailing recruitment@ncl-coll.ac.uk or from the Shared Services Department, 1st Floor, Sandyford Campus, Sandyford Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8QE. Please quote the reference number of the post in which you are interested. Closing Date: 25th August 2010 PROMOTING EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Job Description Job Title: Reports To: Grade: Pension: Teaching Role Category: Lecturer Manager Lecturer Grade B TPS Full KEY TASKS: To plan and lead the development and delivery of course provision and contribute to the day to day operation associated with course delivery including carrying out teaching and learning. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES Teaching and Learning Delivery 1. Delivering teaching and learning and carrying out associated preparation and assessment processes. 2. Advising, guiding and supporting learners to identify and achieve their learning aims. Course Operational Activities 3. Timetabling at course/curriculum team level including staffing and accommodation, as appropriate. 4. Organising learner groups and sub groups e.g. tutorial, activity groups etc. 5. Securing and contributing to a wide range of enrichment activities including visits, placements, visiting speakers and other activities. Curriculum Organisation and Course Team Leadership 6. Leading a course/curriculum team to ensure the quality and effective delivery of the learning experience. 7. Reviewing and developing the curriculum in terms of its quality including attendance, retention and achievement. 8. Reviewing and undertaking course development including modes of learning, unitisation and e-learning. 9. Using, accessing and updating MIS data, including registers and those associated with the quality processes. 10. Planning, arranging and delivering the curriculum programme and the full range of activities that make up the learning experience including the writing and revising of Schemes of Work and Lesson Plans. 11. Managing and participating in the learner recruitment and selection process. 12. Maintaining course files and other documentation. Contributing to securing the quality of the curriculum in terms of issues such as attendance, retention and achievement 13. Initiating, managing and finalising course Self Assessment Report documentation including action planning and target setting. 14. Producing course material and, where appropriate, updating the course handbook and calendar as required. 15. Overseeing and contributing to learner enrolment and registration including the production and maintenance of course information sheets. 16. Organising, chairing and keeping records of course meetings. 17. Overseeing the assessment process and liaising, as appropriate, with internal and external verifiers, moderators and other relevant external bodies. 18. Identifying and ordering resources for the planning and delivery of the teaching and learning experience. 19. Liaising with the appropriate manager over staff absences, inducting new staff, learner disciplinary matters and complaints. 20. Collating and writing learner reports and references. 21. Co-ordinating and updating progress files/ilps. 22. Liaise with external agencies/organisations, with parents/guardians and others as appropriate to the learner group.
The following are Standard responsibilities for all positions within the College. 23. Participate in any College staff review/performance management processes involving the identifying and meeting of training needs for self and others. 24. Take appropriate responsibility to ensure the health and safety of self and others. 25. Pursue the achievement and integration of equal opportunities throughout all College activities. 26. Undertake any other tasks and responsibilities appropriate to the level of this post. 27. Newcastle College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
TECHNICAL PERSON SPECIFICATION Post Title: Lecturer B in Cabin Crew and Aviation School/Service: NCL Lifestyle Academy Grade: Lecturer B Prepared by: Susan Davis Teaching Role Cat: Full Role involves SFL: Yes CATEGORY REF 1. Skills & Abilities 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 CRITERIA DESCRIPTION Can demonstrate competence in curriculum delivery in Cabin Crew / Aviation consistantly at least grade 2 in lesson observation Ability to deliver across a range of Cabin Crew / Aviation and related courses including specialisms Has course leadership experience Strong communication skills: oral and written Able to respond positively and sympathetically to students Good administration and organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team METHOD OF ASSESSMENT Presentation / / 2. Experience 1.8 2.1 Ability to work to targets and deadlines Experience of teaching at a variety of levels 2.2 Experience of improving student retention and achievement 2.3 Significant relevant experience in the vocational area. 2.4 Experience of contributing to key skills (literacy, numeracy, IT, problem solving etc) 3. Knowledge 2.5 3.1 Experience of using learning technologies Knowledge of a range of the Travel/Aviation industry //presentation / 3.2 Knowledge of trends and initiatives within the vocational area / 3.3 Knowledge of trends and initiatives within the FE and HE sector 3.4 Awareness and experience of a range of teaching/learning methods to suit courses from level 1 to level 5 3.5 Knowledge of ICT and its use in the curriculum 4. Qualifications & Training 4.1 Level 4/5 teaching qualification or equivalent //Presentation 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 Evidence of continuous skill updating Willingness to undertake further qualifications to support development plans of the School. IT Literate Completed / working towards a teaching qualification //Presentation 4.6 Level 2 qualification in IT or significant relevant experience 5. Attitude/Disposition 5.1 Newcastle College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare / of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 Staff will always strive to achieve 1 or 2 during observation to demonstrate excellence in Teaching and Learning. Reliable, enthusiastic Able to work under pressure and to deadlines Participative team member Well organised, self motivated, committed to continuous professional development Evidence of team leadership Evidence of leading change Presentation / /
6. Other Requirements 6.1 Able to work flexibly to meet College requirements (early / late / some saturdays) 6.2 Ability to undertake some travelling and spend occasional nights away from home 6.3 Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business purposes or access to equivalent mobility