JOB DESCRIPTION
Post:
Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Reporting to:
Director of Learning
Summary of Role:
To teach and assess on Electrical and Electronic Engineering programmes. There may be a
requirement to teach on other related programmes. This role includes course co-ordination.
Key Tasks:

To be responsible to the Director of Learning for an agreed teaching programme in Electrical
and Electronic Engineering and other related areas determined within the prevailing conditions
of service. Some teaching or other activities may be required beyond the normal term dates.
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In addition to teaching duties, the post holder will undertake a range of administrative and
developmental duties and contribute to the successful organisation and anticipated growth of
the market sector and the College. This will include planning and implementation of schemes
of work, lessons etc. as required by course teams. To ensure that all records and information
are available prior to course starting dates and on a continuing basis, for use in the event of
sickness or absence.

Initially required to teach Electronic and Electrical Engineering but may be required to teach
on any other course offered by the College for which the post holder is appropriately qualified.

To ensure all Health and Safety procedures are followed and assist in the maintenance of
high standards of Health and Safety throughout the College.
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To contribute fully to the co-ordination, development, promotion and delivery of the range of
courses offered by the College as required and will promote, manage and develop appropriate
short courses as led by market forces or local/national needs.
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To participate in the promotion of courses including marketing events, dealing with course
enquiries and recruitment to courses, etc. in compliance with College policies.

Work experience is an integral part of many courses and the post holder will be expected to
assist in finding and monitoring work experience placements and in liaising with employers
and the College Work Experience Officer and Advisor to provide quality links.
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To assist in ensuring that expected standards of students' behaviour are adhered to.
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To attend staff meetings, meetings with moderators/verifiers, parents' evenings, industry
updating/staff development and training events etc. as required by the Director of Learning.
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To participate in/arrange approved student visits, trips etc as and when required in
accordance with College procedures.
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To maintain records of work and student attendance, progress and assessment in
accordance with approved procedures and will provide reports as requested by other
Course Co-ordinators, Directors of Learning, Assistant Principals, Deputy Principal
and the Principal.

To undertake assessment and internal verification activities in accordance with the
requirements of the relevant qualifications awarding bodies and the College’s internal
quality assurance procedures.
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Ensure Information Learning Technology (ILT) is a driving force to create an efficient
and effective working and learning environment.
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To regularly evaluate course inputs through course teams, staff development and
student feedback.
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In accordance with the College’s quality procedures, implement and monitor the selfassessment process and ensure continuous quality improvement of standards of
performance in teaching and learning.
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To adhere to College procedures in relation to all income and expenditure.
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To participate in the College’s Appraisal and Review process.
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To work in accordance with the College’s Equality and Diversity Policy at all times.

To commit to and uphold, the College’s Environmental Policies and aspirations for
sustainable learning provision.

To undertake other duties as may be determined from time to time within the general
scope of the post.
Further Notes:
1. The job purpose and key task statements above are indicative and not exclusive.
Given the evolving status of the College, the need for flexibility amongst its
employees is considered important.
2. The College requires all unqualified new entrants to the Further Education teaching
profession to obtain an appropriate qualification within an agreed period.
3. New College Stamford expects all our academic staff to adhere to the College’s
Code of Professional Practice (adopted from the former IfLs code of Practice).
4. Disclosure: New College Stamford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to
share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
will be requested in the event of a successful application. New College Stamford is
a ‘Specified Place’.
5. Probationary Period: Lecturers newly appointed to the College are subject to a 10
months’ probationary period.
6. Lecturers are encouraged to complete 30 hours per year of Continuous Professional
Development (CPD) activities.
7. The College operates a NO SMOKING policy.
Terms and Conditions:
Salary range:
Unqualified:
£23,547 - £24,960
Qualified:
£25,704 - £31,599
Further progression: £32,550 - £33,516
Pension:
Membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme
Progression: Further progression on the harmonised salary scale is achieved by
application in conjunction with a portfolio of evidence, demonstrating a continuing and
improving high standard of competence and effectiveness over a 3 year period.
Holiday: Holiday entitlement of 37 days per annum (42 days for the academic year
2013/2014**). In addition, you are entitled to 8 bank/statutory holidays and 3 concessionary
days to be taken on specified days over the Christmas/New Year period to coincide with the
closure of the College.
Notes for Disabled Candidates:
Mobility to access all areas of the College is essential; ramps and lift access are available to
most buildings with the College. Manual dexterity for use of a keyboard is desirable.
Reasonable adaptations will be considered.
Your Application:
Applicants should complete the College’s application form. It is important that applicants
specifically address in their application or covering letter how they meet the Person
Specification.
Closing date:
5 July 2013
Interview date:
22 July 2013
** Pending agreement
PERSON SPECIFICATION
POST: Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
SELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL (E)
DESIRABLE (D)
METHOD OF
ASSESSMENT*
D
E
A/C
A/C
E
E
E
E
E
E
A/C
A/C
A/C
A/C
A/C
D
E
E
E
A/I/T
A/I/T
I/T
I/T
D
E
D
A/I
A/I
I
E
D
E
E
E
A/I
A/I
A/I
A/I
A/T
E
E
E
E
E
I
I
I/T
I
I
E
I/T
E
E
E
E
E
E
I
I
I
I
I
I
Knowledge (Education/Qualifications):
Qualified to Degree level in relevant subject
Teaching qualification** (In some circumstances candidates without, will
be considered if they are prepared to work towards)
HND in relevant subject
Electrical Installation qualification Level 3
Numeracy level 2 or equivalent
Literacy level 2 or equivalent
A1 Award
V1 Award
Skills:
The ability to deliver Functional Skills to Level 2
Good administrative and organisational skills
Confidence to work and support young people of mixed ability
Ability to demonstrate use of ILT within a teaching and learning
environment
Ability to use creativity to provide a positive learning experience
Good time management
Ability to promote a positive working environment for students
Experience:
Teaching experience of extended diploma in a school or college
Experience of course co-ordination
Application and experience of IT and ICT within teaching and learning
Industrial experience within an electrical background
Experience of using Computer Aided Design (CAD) within the teaching
and learning environment
Personal Qualities:
A commitment to New College Stamford’s Core Values
Commitment to students and colleagues
Innovative and imaginative
The ability to work well as part of a team
Flexibility to meet the demands and challenges of the post
Other:
Awareness of Government initiatives in respect of teaching, learning and
innovation
Awareness of Equality and Diversity issues
Awareness of Health, Safety and Safeguarding issues
Awareness of and commitment to environmental issues
Willingness to undertake training and personal development
The ability to market/promote the College and its courses
A desire to work with young people
* Method of Assessment:
A=Application, C= Certificate, I=Interview, T=Test (Case Study/micro-teach or Presentation)
Essential Attributes are those without which a candidate would not be able to do the job.
Desirable Attributes are those which are not essential but would be useful for the post-holder to have and will be
considered when more than one applicant meets the essential requirements.
Safeguarding
In addition to the applicant’s ability to perform the duties of the post, if shortlisted, the interview will also explore issues
relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children including:
 Motivation to work with children and young people
 Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people
 Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours and
 Attitudes to use of authority and maintaining discipline
In addition, any relevant issues arising from references will be taken up at interview.
** Please note that under government regulations all unqualified new entrants to the FE teaching profession are
required to obtain an appropriate qualification within a specified period
Reviewed and agreed by:
G McPartland
Date:
10 June 2013