2. To support the Management Team through the assessment of learners work and assist in moderation where required.

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1 Job Description Job Title: Lecturer Location: Sutton College Group: People s Directorate / Sutton College Post Number: S Grade: Lect Mgt Spine 7 15 Department: Curriculum Responsible To: Assistant Principal Last Updated: May 2016 Last Evaluated: N/A OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB: The main purpose of the job is to create effective and stimulating opportunities for learning through high quality teaching that enables the development and progression of all learners in accordance with Sutton College s Vision, Values, Strategic objectives and PRIDE. In addition the role includes responsibility for mentoring, coaching and supporting tutors in agreement with Line Manager and advising Curriculum Managers as well as requiring contribution to the recruitment, retention and achievement of learners and effective liaison with appropriate staff across the College for the benefit of learners. SPECIFIC DUTIES: 1. To plan and deploy a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate learners and encourage independence and learner autonomy. To develop, plan and deliver courses within the subject specialism in accordance with the requirements of Sutton College and the funding body, whilst ensuring that effective monitoring takes place. 2. To support the Management Team through the assessment of learners work and assist in moderation where required. 3. To attend to individual learner needs, assess progress and achievement and provide regular constructive feedback, whilst maintaining records of individual learning and attendance and be a role model of good practice. 4. To work with colleagues with relevant expertise to identify and address literacy, language and numeracy development in own specialist area including the development of study/functional skills where appropriate. 5. To establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where learners feel safe, secure, confident and valued, promoting and 1

2 maintaining appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, whilst challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes 6. To select and develop a range of effective resources, including appropriate use of new and emerging technologies ensuring they are inclusive, promote equality and diversity. 7. To act as a mentor/coach to support own and others professional development, as appropriate; sharing good practice with others and engaging in continuing professional development through reflection, evaluation and the appropriate use of resources. 8. To evaluate and improve own communication skills in order to maximize effective communication and overcome identifiable barriers to communication by utilising active listening and questioning techniques appropriately and effectively in a range of learning contexts encouraging learner progress. 9. To ensure learners understand, are involved and share responsibility for assessing their learning by devising, selecting and using appropriate assessment tools fairly and effectively to produce valid, reliable and sufficient evidence. 10. To contribute to the organisation s quality cycle by producing accurate and standardised assessment information, and keeping appropriate records of assessment decisions and learners progress. 11. To collaborate with others, as appropriate, to promote equity and consistency in assessment processes, participating fully in internal and external verification. 12. To teach on an appropriate range of courses for a min of 580 hours over the course of the year to a range of student groups in accordance with the College Learning, Assessment and Teaching Policy and Ofsted requirements. 13. To work collaboratively on cross-college projects and activities and support departments to develop and enhance innovative ways of working for the benefit of learners. 14. To take responsibility for personal professional development in consultation with Line Manager, keeping up to date with your own subject(s) as well as national and local developments in adult learning and be proactive and willing to invest in own development subject to the availability of appropriate resources and job/organisational requirements. 15. To carry out all duties and responsibilities in accordance with all College s Policies (incl. Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding), core values, behaviours and other relevant procedures. 16. To be responsible for Health & Safety and safeguarding issues in all areas of own work. 2

3 17. To be responsible for creating an inclusive, non-discriminatory learning environment in line with the College s Equality policy. 18. To participate in the College s continuous review (appraisal) scheme and work towards achievement and/or exceeding of targets set - including carrying out the formal appraisal of subordinate staff where appropriate. 19. To undertake any other such comparable duties (including any cover required) as may be reasonably required by the Line Manager or his/her delegated deputy RESPONSIBILITY FOR RESOURCES: Student data Classroom resources RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUPERVISION / MANAGEMENT OF PEOPLE: None TO BE COMPLETED BY THE JOB HOLDER I agree the above job description: Signature Job holder: Date: Name of Job Holder: TO BE COMPLETED BY THE LINE MANAGER TO WHOM THE JOBHOLDER IS RESPONSIBLE TO: Signature Line Manager: Date: Job title: This job description is subject to regular review / update as necessary. 3

4 Person Specification Job Title: Lecturer Group: People s Directorate / Sutton College Post Number: S Last Updated: May 2016 The criteria below marked Priority 1 are essential and the applicant must meet these to be appointed. Priority 2 criteria are also essential, but may be learned or developed further after appointment. We normally shortlist using only Priority 1 criteria. EXPERIENCE Experience of delivering successful teaching / learning to a high standard Experience of utilising appropriate, flexible and innovative learning methods Experience of managing and accommodating a wide range of teaching and learning styles An outstanding classroom teacher with up-to-date teaching practice with the ability to achieve excellence and able to create a stimulating learning environment EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS Level 2 (GCSE or equivalent) qualifications in English & Mathematics or willingness to obtain within the first 18 months of employment Level 3 + qualification in the subject specialism or an in-depth knowledge and substantial experience in the subject area An appropriate teaching qualification (e.g. Cert. Ed, PGCE, DTTLS, DET) and willingness to undergo further training Evidence of current & up-to-date Continuous Professional Development including Equality, Diversity, and Safeguarding KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES An awareness of the key development and curriculum issues facing adult learning Ability to motivate and inspire people to want to achieve their individual learning aims and qualifications Able to communicate effectively and appropriately using different forms of language and media (including written, oral and non-verbal communication) and new/emerging technologies in order to enhance learning Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands of the job, responding positively to change and working effectively under pressure PRIORITY ASSESSMENT METHOD 2 A / I 1 A 2 A / I 4

5 Able to manage own time effectively by planning and prioritising own workload An understanding and commitment to quality assurance procedures and continuous improvement Full understanding and commitment to the processes of differentiation Ability to demonstrate knowledge of duties in relation to and comply with policies surrounding matters of confidentiality, integrity, ethical values, health & safety etc. and demonstrate the ability to uphold the College s PRIDE values PERSONAL COMPETENCIES & QUALITIES Can demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity, safeguarding & Prevent Customer focused in relation to internal and external stakeholders Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to be an effective team player both as a member and leader of a team 1 I / T Commitment to own learning and development Methods of assessment used are: A Application Form I Interview T Tasks / Test 5