- Category
- Education & Training
Vacancy details
- £27,978 - £44,637 (Pro Rata: £16,786.80 - £26,782.20)
Depending on experience and qualifications - Reference No. SR2208
- Cross Campus
- 22.2 hrs / week|52 weeks / year
Job Details
As a college, our focus is on Career-Focused Learning, ensuring that our learners' experiences and our connections with the community and employers are central of everything we do.
As a teacher at USP College, you'll embody enthusiasm and the ability to motivate students, providing an engaging and rewarding learning journey. If you're passionate about Business and eager to guide young individuals towards their career goals, we're eager to support you.
At USP College we are committed to nurturing a top-tier workforce to facilitate our students to their full potential. Seeking innovative curriculum professionals who thrive in an environment fostering inspiration and growth for both staff and students.
The Role
We are seeking a passionate and innovative Teacher to Level 1 students to provide high-quality teaching and contribute to the academic, pastoral, and operational excellence of the curriculum area. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on learners' educational journeys while contributing to the realisation of the College's mission.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality teaching aligned with curriculum needs and student requirements.
- Actively promote the College’s Career-Focused Learning strategy, fostering strong relationships with local employers.
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons, ensuring compliance with curriculum schemes of work and College policies.
- Monitor, report, and support student progress through reviews, assessments, and feedback.
- Contribute to curriculum development, policy discussions, and quality assurance processes.
- Participate in student recruitment, including interviews and open events.
- Provide academic and pastoral support to students, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Ensure effective supervision of learners, adhering to safety and safeguarding policies.
- Actively engage in professional development, curriculum meetings, and CPD days.
- Take responsibility for managing and prioritising learner concerns and issues.
Job Requirements
Essential:
- Degree in the relevant subject or similar
- Expertise in relevant subject area
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for innovative pedagogical practices.
- Proven ability to work effectively with a diverse range of students and stakeholders.
Desirable:
- Teaching qualification (USP will provide support for unqualified staff to achieve a Level 5 qualification)
- Experience in curriculum development, employer engagement, and course leadership.
The right candidate will have:
- Ability to relate well to students and staff, balancing support and challenge to maximise achievement.
- Strong organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Creative and lateral thinking skills to promote campus growth and enhance learning experiences.
- Proven ability to resolve conflicts professionally and ensure student welfare.
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of the role.
Why choose us?
Our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be selected as finalists for the AoC Beacon awards for effective use of digital Technology in FE. Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher educations, or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well-connected location both by road and rail.
What we offer:
- A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn
- Excellent pension provision
- Annual Staff Awards
- CPD days - opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching
- Free onsite parking
- Staff appreciation days
- Eye care vouchers
- Onsite Starbucks & Restaurant
- Well-being days & activities
- Electric Vehicle Scheme*
- Discounted gym membership
- Hybrid Working available
- Fully immersive teaching rooms allow simultaneous online teaching at multiple locations
- Free Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7, 365 days offering legal & financial advice, as well as general support & guidance
* subject to terms & conditions
