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Teacher - Health and Social Care/ Childcare (LUM151/1587)

Luminate Education Group

About the Role

Study Programmes at Keighley College are looking for a Health and Social and Childcare teacher. Our department is proud of its specialist health and childcare training resources, multi-sensory provision, simulated ward, digital technology labs and state of the art Science lab. Keighley College is a fantastic place for both study and work, with learners who thrive in an environment where staff promote high challenge and offer generous support. 

The role will work closely with the Education and Early Years and Health teams to support students academically and emotionally to achieve their qualifications. The department has dedicated staff working within it to support approximately 300 students. Achieving their qualification can be life changing to students who wish to go on to further study, into employment or higher education. Our team is committed to developing student belief in their own ability, engaging them in lessons and encouraging progress. We believe in creating a positive, inclusive learning environment, using restorative and supportive approaches to develop learners' confidence. Students are encouraged to believe in their own unique abilities and talents and to be proud of the progress they make.

We are looking for an inspiring Health and Social and Childcare teacher who has a passion for teaching and learning along with the ability to engage and motivate students. The ideal candidate will be passionate about students, ensuring that they are provided with an outstanding learning journey whilst at Leeds City College.

What You Will Do
  • Deliver inspiring sessions across the curriculum using a wide range of teaching methods for identified modules.
  • Plan, prepare and develop schemes of work, session plans, teaching and learning resources, learning and assessment plans.

  • Be responsible for recording student progress.

  • Motivate and inspire students to achieve targets and develop their skills to enable progression.

  • Ensure high retention, achievement, progress, attendance, and progression rates.

  • Maintain effective and high-quality course delivery.

  • Responsible for developing new units, modules and courses in line with government policy, awarding organisation developments and student demand as well as local community, economic and employer requirements. 

  • Deliver knowledge, prepare teaching plans, and assess student work with timely feedback.

  • Keep the team updated on subject knowledge and best practices.

  • Inspire students to achieve and track their progress.

  • Enhance curriculum delivery for maximum effectiveness.

  • Promote courses and provide advice during open days and enrolment.

  • Conduct self-assessments, maintain quality plans, and verify/moderate internally.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

  • A L5 Teaching Qualification (e.g. Cert Ed, PGCE).
  • Relevant highest level vocational qualification or degree in teaching subject.
  • Recent teaching delivery in relevant subject areas (PGCE teaching placements/ experience would also qualify here) which demonstrates active learning and differentiated teaching styles.
  • Experience of setting appropriate SMART targets to ensure progression of learners.
  • Ability to be adaptable and flexible towards the requirements of different learner needs.
  • Experience, knowledge and skills to enable delivery of a range of levels across the curriculum.
  • Experience of positively managing student and group progression, advice and guidance in a school or Further Education setting, with positive outcomes.
  • The ability to plan and deliver quality teaching across identified cohorts and ensure consistency of high delivery within teams.
  • The ability to lead activities in the development and delivery of strategies to improve retention, achievement, success and attendance rates for groups of learners.
  • Exceptional verbal /written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills, to ensure they Inspire, motivate and engage the next generation of health or care practitioners.
  • Act with honesty and integrity to maintain high standards of ethics and professional standards.
  • Manage and promote restorative practice approaches and the strengthening of relationships.
  • Role model and promote a positive image of the college.
  • Embody the college values: Collaborative; Inspiring; Passionate; Aspirational; Celebrate Individuality; Respectful.
Benefits

There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:

  • Generous Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 39 days holiday plus bank holidays. This includes closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
    • Support Staff 39 days 
    • Academic 44 days
    • Senior Management 44 days
  • Excellent Pension schemes
    • Teachers’ Pension Scheme 
    • Local Government Pension Scheme 
  • Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card). 
  • Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
  • Learning and development opportunities -  including staff development days
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives
  • Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements
About Us

Keighley College has excellent modern facilities and provides a professional and friendly environment. We pride ourselves on working closely with employers, the local community and other stakeholders to provide curriculum and support that meets the needs of our students. Our core purpose is to improve the life chances of our learners. We are passionate about helping our students to achieve their goals. We have state-of-the-art facilities in a central location, close to public transport links and great industry connections.

Choosing to work for Keighley College means that you will be part of an enterprising, inclusive, inspiring, collaborative, empowering, and dynamic environment. We hope that we will be part of the next step in your career and look forward to welcoming you to Keighley College. 

SAFEGUARDING

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us please Click here to learn more about our EDI objectives.

Location: Keighley
Salary: £29,638 to £33,349 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 12th November 2024
Closes: 29th November 2024
Job Ref: LUM151/1587
 
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