Job Description

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About the role:

Please note we don't have a fixed closing date but instead will close the role when we have sufficient applicants to interview

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so apply soon to not miss out!

Hours/ work pattern: 0.6 FTE (Fixed term maternity cover)



We are a leading educational institution committed to providing exceptional learning experiences and preparing students for successful careers in the Service industries. With a focus on Sport and Public Services, we strive to deliver industry-relevant curriculum and empower our students to thrive in their chosen fields. We are currently seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Lecturer in Sport & Public Services to join our team and drive the growth and development of our Sport & Public Services programmes. You may be asked to assist with the coordination and development of this area. We welcome interest from all individuals, from newly qualified teachers, experienced teachers to experienced industry specialists.

Position Overview:

As a lecturer in Sport and Public Services, you will be expected to assist with the effective planning and organisation of Sports and Public Services programmes and teach on a range of Sport and Public Services related courses with students of varying abilities teaching across a range of levels and awarding bodies, including L1, L2 and L3 courses as well as working with NCFE and BTEC. They should be willing to assist the Curriculum Manager with the curriculum development and the expansion and development of the department as well as the promotion of Sport and Public Services and other courses in the Service Industries curriculum areas and participate in marketing events as required.

Qualifications and Requirements:

The successful candidate will be qualified or working towards a teaching qualification. Have teaching or training experience in a relevant subject at L3 or degree Level, with a minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy.



The candidate would need to demonstrate their ability to articulate clearly and to be understood in a range of teaching situations. Be a team player with good communication skills to interact effectively with colleagues, students, parents and external bodies. They should also demonstrate efficient administration skills to support good student record-keeping. Have an energy and enthusiasm for working in a rapidly changing environment and the ability to demonstrate flexibility in working practices using a wide range of teaching aids, including ILT as applicable.

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About Us

The College

London South East Colleges (LSEC)

is a leading further and higher education provider, with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, and Lambeth and c1000 staff. The College delivers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships and degree programmes to over 13,000 students, designed to meet employer and industry needs.

Committed to transforming lives through the power of learning,

the College plays a vital role in promoting social mobility, creating opportunities for learners of all backgrounds to achieve their potential. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships with employers and universities, the college equips students with the skills, confidence and opportunities needed for success in their careers and their lives.



As part of London & South East Education Group, the College is also the sponsor of

London South East Academies Trust

. This growing and successful Multi-Academy Trust currently has a network of 13 mainstream, special and alternative provision schools across Bromley, Bexley, Surrey and Lambeth.



The Group has also recently launched a charity - the LASER Education Foundation. This organisation supports disadvantaged children and their families across the region, through a wide range of educational programmes and initiatives.



With a combined turnover of c100m, the Group has ambitious growth plans. There has never been a better time to join this exciting organisation - and really make a different to people's lives.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes annual leave of 43 days (excluding bank holidays) plus a further three days over the Christmas break. We provide up to two more additional College closure days throughout the year, and also offer leave for volunteering.



Excellent pension schemes are offered, including employer contributions (Teachers' Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Other benefits include:


Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Free onsite parking Cycle to work/bike loan scheme Annual season ticket loan Access to the 'Discounts for Teachers' portal Free Wifi access in over 10,000 locations worldwide Eduroam Access to our onsite gym at Bromley, discounts in our in-house restaurants and on our hair and beauty treatments

Accreditations

As employers, we recognise and embrace our legal and quality-assurance framework responsibilities. We use these frameworks, as well as other accreditations and schemes, to further develop our development and progress of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.



We acknowledge that there is always more that we can learn and use these accreditations to provide us with an external lens and share/gain best-practice information.

Equal Opportunities

London South East Colleges is fully-committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer, and creating a diverse and inclusive workspace, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion/belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status and/or marital/partnership status.



As a Disability Confident-Committed employer, we will offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum job role criteria.



If you have accessibility needs and/or require any adjustments for the application and interview process, please email us at peopleservices@lsec.ac.uk


In line with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education) guidance we conduct social media checks for all candidates who are shortlisted for roles in order to ascertain their suitability to work with children and young adults.


As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an 'Enhanced' DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children's Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove to be unsatisfactory to the College. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The College's DBS policy covers the recruitment of ex-offenders which is available upon request.