JOB DESCRIPTION/
CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION
POST
DEPARTMENT
SALARY
HOURS
RESPONSIBLE TO
Lecturer – Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Maths, Computing, Engineering & Technology
£20,271 - £36,072 per annum inclusive of LW
dependant on qualifications and experience (pro rata for part time
contracts).
36 hours per week (pro rata for part time contracts)
Section Manager - Technology
JOB PURPOSE
To fulfil the professional standards expected of all teachers and thereby create effective and stimulating
opportunities for learning that enables the development and progression of all learners.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Please note that it is expected that teaching duties, as outlined in this section of the job description, will
be undertaken in accordance with the Teachers’ Standards (DfE January 2012) and the Professional
Standards for Teachers, Tutors and Trainers in the Lifelong Learning Sector (LLUK/IFL). The expectations
are set out in more detail in appendix A. The job description is subject to periodic review.
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Plan and deliver high quality teaching on a range of courses within the curriculum area (vocational
and non-vocational).
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Implement assessment procedures in accordance with College policies and the requirements of
awarding bodies and prepare and participate in internal and external verification and moderation
procedures including attendance at associated meetings.
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In accordance with College policies and guidelines, maintain course and learner records; carry out
tracking and monitoring of learner performance and provide information, data and statistical returns
as required, using student record information systems as required.
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Adopt a consistent approach in dealing with student discipline in accordance with College policies.
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Liaise with members of the Tutorial team and, as appropriate, with parents/carers in the support of
learners. Attend parents’ evenings.
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Cover classes for absent colleagues in accordance with College guidelines, which may be reviewed
from time to time.
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Work with members of the Department’s management team and departmental colleagues in the
development, review and evaluation of the curriculum, including contribution to the self assessment
process.
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Contribute to the preparation of course materials.
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Carry out administrative tasks related to courses and attend meetings as required by the
Department’s management team.
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Maintain a practical understanding of service standards and Quality Improvement initiatives relevant
to the department and work to these standards, engaging in personal and professional development
as appropriate.
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Be alert to any indication or allegation of abuse and take appropriate action under the College
safeguarding procedures for the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
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Promote equality of opportunity and diversity in all aspects of the job and challenge inequality and
discrimination and/or report concerns as appropriate.
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Support the College management in all health and safety matters and take reasonable care for the
health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions at
work.
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Support the marketing of courses both inside and outside the College including attendance at open
events. This will involve flexible working (i.e. occasional evenings and weekend working).
 Assist as required in enrolment procedures. This will involve flexible working (i.e. occasional evenings
and weekend working).
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Undertake any other duties consistent with the objectives and level of responsibility of the post as
may be required by the Departmental management team and/or College Directorate Group.
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Undertake all duties and responsibilities in accordance with College policies and relevant legislation,
inclusive of Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Data Protection, Child and Vulnerable Adult
Protection, Financial regulations and Quality frameworks. To report any concerns to the appropriate
person.
Supplementary duties and responsibilities for certain lecturing posts:
 If required, act as a personal tutor for groups of learners.
 Assess, review and record learner progress in the workplace.
 Liaise with employers in the support of learners and trainees.
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APPENDIX A: EXPECTATIONS OF ALL TEACHING STAFF
Richmond upon Thames College expects the practice of all teaching staff to be of the highest quality.
The following sets out the expectations the College has of its teaching staff. These details reflect the
Teachers’ Standards (DfE 2012) and the Professional Standards for Teachers, Tutors and Trainers in the
Lifelong Learning Sector (LLUK/IFL).
Teaching and Learning
 Provide learning activities which meet curriculum requirements and the aims and needs of all
learners.
 Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and
motivate learners and encourage independence and learner autonomy.
 Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where learners feel safe, secure,
confident and valued.
 Establish and maintain procedures with learners which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour,
communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
 Select and develop a range of effective resources, including appropriate use of new and emerging
technologies ensuring they are inclusive, promote equality and engage with diversity.
 Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of own teaching, including consideration of learner feedback
and learning theories.
 Use mentoring and/or coaching to support own and others’ professional development, as
appropriate.
 Use listening and questioning techniques appropriately and effectively in a range of learning contexts.
 Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome
identifiable barriers to communication.
 Collaborate and communicate appropriately with colleagues and external agencies to encourage
learner progress.
 Provide opportunities for learners to understand how the specialist area relates to the wider social,
economic and environmental context.
 Work with learners to address particular individual learning needs and overcome identified barriers to
learning.
 Work with colleagues with relevant learner expertise to identify and address literacy, language and
numeracy development in own specialist area.
Assessment for learning
 Devise, select, use and appraise assessment tools, including where appropriate, those which use new
and emerging technologies.
 Develop, establish and promote peer- and self-assessment as a tool for learning and progression.
 Design and apply appropriate methods of assessment fairly and effectively.
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 Apply appropriate assessment methods to produce valid, reliable and sufficient evidence.
 Collaborate with others, as appropriate, to promote equity and consistency in assessment processes,
participating fully in internal and external verification.
 Ensure that learners understand, are involved and share in responsibility for assessment of their
learning.
 Contribute to the organisation’s quality cycle by producing accurate and standardised assessment
information, and keeping appropriate records of assessment decisions and learners’ progress.
Professional values and practice
 Use opportunities to highlight the potential for learning to positively transform lives and contribute to
effective citizenship identifying the transferable skills they are developing, and how these might
relate to employment opportunities.
 Encourage learners to recognise and reflect on ways in which learning can empower them as
individuals and make a difference in their communities.
 Share good practice with others and engage in continuing professional development through
reflection, evaluation and the appropriate use of resources.
 Conform to statutory requirements and apply codes of practice including appropriate consideration of
the needs of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and equality of opportunity.
 Keep accurate records which contribute to organisational procedures.
 Evaluate own contribution to the organisation’s quality cycle.
Access and progression
 Refer learners to information on potential current and future learning and career opportunities and
appropriate specialist support services.
 Provide learners with appropriate information about the organisation and its facilities, and encourage
learners to use the organisation’s services, as appropriate.
 Provide effective learning support, within the boundaries of the teaching role.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
The selection process will involve assessments being made on the extent to which applicants meet the
criteria listed in the table below.
The methods by which each of the selection criteria are expected to be assessed are identified in the
table.
AF = Application Form
SS = Supporting Statement
I = Interview
PE = Practical Exercise(s)
How Assessed
1.
Hold a relevant degree or equivalent qualification
2.
Hold a recognised full teaching qualification or be willing to undergo teacher
training in line with current regulations
3.
Level 2 Maths and English
4.
Good subject knowledge and understanding of the relevant curriculum,
qualification and quality frameworks
AF/I
A clear understanding of the features of high quality teaching and learning in
the post-16 sector
AF/I
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Proven good standard of teaching skills and abilities or demonstrable potential
to attain the highest standards of teaching
Innovative and competent in utilising all available resources to provide a
stimulating learning environment, including use of the virtual learning
environment (VLE)
Effective in managing behaviour and in motivating all learners to make a
positive contribution to the learning environment and fulfil their potential for
learning
Effective in using a broad range of assessment measures as a driver for
improving learners’ performance
10. Demonstrable commitment to achieving the highest possible standards for all
learners with a proven record of enabling learners to fulfil their potential
AF/I/PE
I/PE
AF/I/PE
I
AF/I
11. Excellent team-working skills with a record of working co-operatively to
achieve individual and team goals
I
12. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both
verbally and in writing, with all stakeholders
I
13. Good administrative and organisational skills
I
14. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet
and email) and in using student record information systems
I
15. Demonstrable effectiveness in promoting equality and diversity through
teaching, managing the learning environment and challenging discriminatory
behaviour and attitudes
I
16. Commitment to the safeguarding of all learners
I
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