Lecturer in Music

**Protection of Children and Young Persons (The Children’s Act 1989)**

**Background to the post**

As one of the largest further and higher education colleges in the UK, with unique colleges across two counties, we aim to deliver learning experiences which lead to the development of wider skill bases and improved destinations for all of our students.

Our recent Ofsted inspection highlights our success and strong focus both on students and on meeting industry needs. We are also one of only five colleges in the UK to be granted Foundation Degree Awarding Powers by the Privy Council - meaning our higher education academic quality and standards are equal to any university.

**Main tasks**

**Preparation and Assessment - **The person appointed will develop and produce teaching materials as required and the relevant paperwork associated with the planning and assessing of the course. He/she will undertake assessment, produce a relevant scheme and keep accurate records.

**Administration - **The person appointed will undertake administrative tasks relating to the programme(s) that they teach on and College requirements, under the guidance of the Head of Department.

**Quality Systems - **The postholder will undertake Internal Verification as required by the line manager. The College has a lesson observation process and all lecturers will have an observed lesson each academic year.

**Health and Safety - **To ensure a safe working environment for colleagues, students and visitors in line with the HASAW Act and the College Health and Safety Policy.

**Safeguarding - **Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults for whom you are responsible and whom you come into contact with.

**In order to support during busy exam periods, you may be asked to undertake exam invigilator duties. The College will provide training.**

The list of duties is not exhaustive but outlines the main features of the post at appointment and may vary as the job evolves without affecting the nature of the duties or the responsibility level.

**Hours of Work**

The postholder will be expected to work such hours as are necessary for the proper performance of their duties and responsibilities, normally 18.5.

**Place of work**

The principal place of work will be Royal Leamington Spa. However, the post holder may be required to work on either a temporary or an indefinite basis at any premises at which we may provide services.

**Offers of Work**

**Employee Benefits**

When you join WCG we offer you a whole host of employee benefits, including:

- Generous annual leave entitlement plus up to 4 free College Closure days a year
- Comprehensive training programme
- Leadership & Management training programme to develop our next generation of managers
- Employee Assistance Helpline offering free, confidential, 24 hours support and guidance
- The opportunity to join our voluntary health cash plan run by Health Shield
- Free onsite gyms at most colleges
- Discounted part time and professional courses
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted hair & beauty treatments in our college salons
- Pension schemes
- Free will writing service
- Free car parking on site
- Staff discounts in our Plant Centre at Pershore College

**Teaching Qualifications**

**PERSON SPECIFICATION**

**Physical Make-up**

Ability to perform the tasks as described in the job description. If you have a disability you should not be discouraged from applying, since there are schemes available within the College which allow for the provision of special aids, premises to be adapted and other appropriate support provided.

**Essential Attainments**:

- A degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline such as Music, Media or associated discipline.
- Music production or performance capability.
- GCSE grade A-C or equivalent qualification in Maths and English.
- Teacher Training Qualification or the willingness to undertake the courses required to gain this Strong.
- Administrative skills, including IT skills.
- A willingness to undertake continuing professional development.

**Desirable Attainments**:

- Previous experience of UAL programmes.
- Experience in media production capability.

**Essential Key Experience & Attributes**:

- The vision, drive and enthusiasm to achieve targets.
- Excellent organisational skills with an adaptable and flexible approach.
- Good time keeping and time management skills with ability to work to deadlines and targets.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to work as a team member and to communicate effectively with students and industry organisations.
- Self-motivated with an ability to motivate others.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Enthusiasm and ambition for personal and College development.
- A commitment to equal opportunities, inclusive learning, widening participation, and lifelong learning.
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and v