Lecturer In Foundation Learning – Independence Hub

Brockenhurst College has a new opportunity available for a Lecturer in Foundation Learning to join their team. You will join us on a part time (0.8), permanent basis offering a competitive salary of £24,547 – £40,026 pro rata per annum DOE.

We are a high-achieving college who attract around 2,800 sixth form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities.

Organisation

Brockenhurst College

Curriculum/Support Area

Foundation & Inclusive Learning

Employment Basis

Part time

Contracted working hours

29.6

Location

Brockenhurst College

As our Lecturer in Foundation Learning, you will deliver high quality teaching, assessment and support that meets the needs of learners with complex needs and enables progression to positive adult lives. This post is directed on a FTE fraction (term time only)  to be reviewed annually in line with the increase in size and complexity of cohort. Teaching calendar of 39 weeks including inset days.

Responsibilities as our Lecturer in Foundation Learning will include:

• Teach across Foundation Independence Hub courses as agreed with the Head of Curriculum/Independence Hub Manager.
• Prepare and mark student work, monitor progress and feedback towards individual targets/EHCP outcomes, keep accurate records, including risk assessments. Provide timely reports/reviews to students, parents/carers and supporting Professionals.
• Work closely with other colleagues to respond and support the pastoral and communication needs of students.
• Contribute to the design, delivery and future planning and development of the Foundation Independence Hub curriculum in line with the Preparing for Adulthood framework and RARPA principles of target setting.
• Pay due attention to the principles of inclusive learning including:
  – providing equal opportunities for all students to access the curriculum.
  creating a positive learning environment
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments in the relevant subject/course including the use of Speech and Language strategies to support language development for individual students

What we are looking for in our Lecturer in Foundation Learning:

• Degree or equivalent professional qualification in relevant subject area.
• Appropriate teacher training qualification.
• Experience of high-quality teaching to students with complex communication needs
• Knowledge and understanding of current developments in SEND.
• Flexible team player who has the ability to meet deadlines and handle pressure from a range of demands.
• Empathy with and strong commitment to helping every student achieve their potential

Benefits of becoming our Lecturer in Foundation Learning will include:

• 37 days leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.
• On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time
• Enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Free eye care vouchers
• Free secure onsite parking
• Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare
• Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out)
• Weekly staff football

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Lecturer in Foundation Learning role, then please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date: Sunday 14th April 2024

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.