Educational Trainer (Employability)

City of Portsmouth College has been formed by the merger of Portsmouth College and Highbury College and was formally constituted on 1 August 2021.

The newly formed College will give students of all ages even greater flexibility with their programmes and access to dedicated subject facilities at the different campus locations. The joint organisation will also expand a uniquely flexible curriculum offer within the city of Portsmouth, comprising A Levels, vocational diplomas, apprenticeships and higher education qualifications.

Over the coming academic year, Portsmouth College and Highbury College will retain their individual identities and will be unveiling the new City of Portsmouth College brand in September 2022. Candidates wishing to apply for vacancies should continue to do so via the relevant college website.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Educational Trainer

Job Title: Educational Trainer

Hours: 22.5 hours, 52 weeks per year

Contract: Permanent

Location: Highbury Campus

Do you have the enthusiasm, drive and ability to make a difference to?an Amazing College??

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Does your current role lack a challenge???

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Do you want to work for a college with over 50 years teaching and learning experience within a friendly and professional team of specialist experts??

YES??

The Educational Trainer is responsible to the?Adult Learning Manager for providing high quality?administrative?support. Some of the main roles and responsibilities for this position are:

• To teach on a range of focused programmes including IT and creative development, providing high quality learning opportunities that meet the needs of individual students and groups in line with the College's strategic priorities and objectives.
• To provide flexible assessment opportunities and closely plan, monitor, track and record student retention, achievement and success
• To contribute to the development and delivery of high quality, relevant curriculum and programmes
• To act as a Programme Leader for designated programmes
• To provide academic and pastoral support for identified groups of students
• To liaise with external agencies to generate interest for the programmes

The role requires an individual who has well developed organisational, communication and team working skills. They must also be able to meet targets and deadlines. The role is for 22.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year based at our Highbury Campus

• You will need to be qualified in teaching adults
• Experience of?working in?a range of subject areas
• Be flexible and self-motivated with a dedication to student achievement and quality.?

What we can offer you:?

• You will be working within a friendly and professional?team who are specialist experts?
• Competitive market rate salary?
• 23 days' annual leave per annum, plus eight Bank Holidays and three days Christmas Closure?
• A Local Government Pension

• A canteen, hair and beauty salon and childcare nursery?
• A sports centre with a 50% discount for staff?
• Student Discount (NUS,?Unidays, Student Beans)?

We can also offer extensive support to new staff including:?

• Regular support and coaching throughout your first year??
• A Mentor who will help you settle into the College??
• A thorough Induction programme?
• Access to Learning and Development including a Free Course Voucher?

• Employee Assistance Programme?

So if you think you have the technical skills, experience and passion?? Then come and join a 'Amazing College with Amazing Staff'?and drive your career forward

For further information on this role, please download the Job Description.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity - The deadline for this vacancy is 10/12/2021

Please note that if sufficient applications are received, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early therefore you are advised to apply early.

Only applicants through our website will be accepted. To apply for the role please complete our application form. CV's will not be accepted!

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only applicants being actively considered for this job opening will be contacted for further discussions. We encourage you to visit our web site regularly for new job openings.

We strive for equality throughout the College and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation or faith.? We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.? The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.?

City of Portsmouth College is an Equal Opportunities employer and the interview and selection process will reflect this.?

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If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Human Resources department at