Foundation Studies Lecturer
Role Information:
Reference: REQ001552
Location: Filton Campus
FTE Salary: Up to £30,546.00 (Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience)
Contract Type: Full Term, Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per weekAt SGS, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and communities, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
Financial Rewards and Benefits:- Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners' lives
- Competitive Pension Scheme- Academic roles benefit significantly by their access to the teachers' pension scheme (TPS), with a generous employer contributions
- Generous Annual leave entitlement plus the 8 bank holidays- 39 days academic plus additional college agreed inset development days and 6 self-elected development days (Full-Time Equivalent).
- Two weeks leave during the Christmas closedown period largely supported by the discretionary closure days provided by the College.
- Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees.
- Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practices
- Access to 'My Lifestyle' discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Free Annual Eye test
- All staff members can buy a TOTUM card(formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union
- Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communities
- Free car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)
- Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources
- Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee
South Gloucestershire & Stroud College has an excellent reputation for delivering further education and work-based programmes in a range of subjects - from business to sport, construction to media, GCSE's and A Levels to Honour Degree level programmes.
Our experienced and passionate staff work hard to help students and colleagues achieve their personal challenges and career goals. We are proud of SGS and committed to making the College the best it can be. We are currently working hard to achieve "Outstanding" status after being classified as "Good" in our last inspection. For more information, please visit https://www.sgscol.ac.uk/
We have an exciting role of Foundation Studies Lecturer within our Foundation Studies team!Key Tasks and Responsibilities- Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive Entry to Level 1 lessons that develop learners' life, social, vocational and employability skills.
- Assess learners' starting points, agree individual learning goals and maintain up-to-date learning and assessment plans.
- Adapt teaching, resources and assessment to meet individual SEND and SEMH needs, working with support staff to remove barriers to participation.
- Monitor attendance, engagement and progress; provide constructive feedback, maintain accurate records and arrange timely support where learners fall behind.
- Work with tutors, support and safeguarding teams to promote learner wellbeing, positive behaviour, equality and a safe learning environment.
- Prepare learners for adult life, further learning and employment by embedding English, maths, digital skills, independence and positive workplace behaviours.
Beneficial Skills & Qualifications- Relevant subject expertise: A degree, equivalent qualification or substantial relevant subject experience.
- Teaching qualification: A recognised teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards one, achieving a full teaching qualification within the College's required timescale.
- English, maths and digital skills: GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or above, or Level 2 equivalents, alongside confident use of ICT and online learning platforms.
- SEND teaching experience: Experience supporting Entry to Level 1 learners with SEND and SEMH needs, including adapting teaching, resources and assessment.
- Communication and teamwork: Clear, supportive communication and the ability to work effectively with learners, tutors and specialist support teams.
- Assessment and organisation: Ability to assess starting points, create individual learning plans, monitor progress and maintain accurate records.
Please apply online by: Monday 30th NovemberExpected Interview Date: To be confirmedIf you have any queries please contact [email protected]
SGS College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and additional checks and online searches in accordance with KCSIE guidance.