Biology Practical Skills Expert

1 week ago


Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom BioGrad Education Full time

ROLE PURPOSE / SUMMARY


To deliver the Biology Required Practical work to A Level students and to assess the Common Practical Assessment Criteria (CPAC) and the use of specific Apparatus and Techniques.

During the sessions, recording of the progress that learners make is expected so that practical endorsement outcomes can be communicated accurately to consortium partnership centres and awarding organisations.


To upskill and assess Adult Learners who directly or indirectly support Level 3 Biology practical work teaching and assessment in schools, colleges and tuition centres.


ROLE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

KEY ACTIONS - These set out how Key Responsibilities will be achieved

1) Teaching and Assessment

  • Deliver small group teaching from 116 learners.
  • Adhere to policies and procedures in accordance with company standards.
  • Keeping learner records of progress made against assessment criteria.
  • Attend training and meetings.
  • Undertaking administrative duties.
  • Test course equipment and troubleshoot any problems so that practical's are fit for purpose and are adapted accordingly.
  • Ensure learners are provided with enough opportunities to meet the required standards in order to complete the assessment successfully.
  • Complete assessments of learners in line with regulatory requirements.

2) Health & Safety

  • Review all related risk assessments and make amendments in line with the relevant guidance.
  • Have overall responsibility for health and safety within the practical work sessions.
  • Ensure learners understand and follow health and safety guidance.
  • Ensure all learners complete the relevant health and safety assessments.

COMPETENCY CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT

Qualifications, Training & Knowledge

  • BSc in Biology or a relevant science teaching degree. Essential. A
  • A Level Practical Endorsement Certification (To be completed if successful). Essential. A / I / T
  • Understanding of the British education sector. Essential. A / I
  • Qualified teacher status and/or experience of teaching in the Higher Education sector. Essential. A

Experience

  • A minimum of 2 years' teaching experience. Essential. A
  • Experience of working with laboratory equipment. Essential. A / T
  • Experience of writing risk assessments. Essential. A / I
  • Experience of preparing chemical solutions. Desirable. A / T
  • Experience of assessing A level Science practical's. Desirable. A / I
  • Experience of working in a multicultural setting. Desirable. A / I
  • Experience in quality assurance. Desirable. A / I
  • Experience of working with SEN learners and adapting lessons to their needs. Desirable. A / I

Skills & Behaviours

  • Strong communication skills with proven ability to use them to convey complex information to learners and colleagues. Essential. A / I
  • Ability to take initiative and work without supervision. Essential. A / I
  • Confidence in making decisions within area of expertise. Essential. A / I
  • Able to work efficiently and cooperatively as part of a team. Essential. A / I
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure, and adapt readily to changing circumstances. Essential. A / I
  • Ability to review documentation and make amendments appropriately within set guidelines. Essential. A / I
  • Strong negotiation skills, with ability to reach agreements. Desirable. A / I
  • Ability to analyse and solve problems. Desirable. A / I

Circumstances

  • The post requires a flexible approach and willingness to carry out working hours across set teaching schedules and venues, with potential for some teaching to be done outside of the Liverpool City Region when required. Essential. A / I

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
From £35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Company pension
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Enhanced paternity leave
  • Gym membership
  • Onsite gym
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Liverpool: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
One location
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