Teacher - English and Employability Skills Level 1 and Level 2 (LUM471/1535)

We are seeking a passionate and experienced teacher to join our dynamic team in the Enterprise and Employability department. In this role, you will have the opportunity to inspire and empower students through the study of English, whilst also integrating enterprise and employability skills into the curriculum.

Join our dedicated team and inspire the next generation of learners to become confident communicators, critical thinkers, and successful individuals in enterprise and employability. If you are a passionate teacher with a drive to integrate real-world skills into the curriculum, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

In this role, you will support learner development, progression and achievement and work with the Deputy Head to design a robust and ambitious curriculum at Level 1 and Level 2. 

The School of Enterprise and Employability offers a wide range of study programmes to 16-18 and 19+ learners. Our course offers range from Level 1, for learners who may be applying to college with limited previous experience or qualifications, to Level 2 programmes of study, which enable students to progress to higher education or supervisory positions within the industry. The Enterprise and Employability Department is a vibrant area with an exceptional and successful reputation for offering a ‘learning by doing’ curriculum. Our department is full of energy and passionate about what we do.

• Plan, prepare and develop schemes of work, session plans, teaching and learning resources, learning and assessment plans.
• Deliver and assess essential knowledge and understanding to learners.
• Create individual SMART learning targets linked to learner study programme/course.
• Maintain and update knowledge of the subject and / or vocational area.
• Motivate and inspire students to achieve targets and develop their skills to enable progression.
• Plan, prepare and develop effective schemes of work, lesson plans, teaching and learning resources including the development of on-line learning resources for identified modules.
• Deliver inspiring sessions across the curriculum using a wide range of teaching methods for identified modules.

• Holds a L5 Teaching Qualification  (e.g. Cert Ed, PGCE).
• Relevant highest level vocational qualification or degree in teaching subject.
• Recent teaching delivery in relevant subject areas (PGCE teaching placements/experience would also qualify here) which demonstrates active learning and differentiated teaching styles.
• Ability to inspire and motivate learners to achieve their optimum.
• Exceptional verbal /written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience of setting appropriate SMART targets to ensure progression of learners.

There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:

• Generous Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 39 days holiday plus bank holidays. This includes closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
  • Support Staff 39 days
  • Academic 44 days
  • Senior Management 44 days
• Excellent Pension schemes
  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme 
  • Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card). 
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities -  including staff development days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally. 

We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.

We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.

Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.