Sessional Tutor (Life Sciences)

1 month ago


Colchester, United Kingdom Kaplan International Full time

**Sessional Tutor (Life Sciences)**

**Reference number**: JR236685

**Working pattern**: Part-Time

**Contract Type**:Fixed Term Contract

**Number of roles**:1

**Salary**: £35.22 Per Hour

We are looking for a **Sessional Tutor (Life Sciences)** to join our team.

As a Sessional Tutor** **at The University of Essex International College, you will provide stimulating, effective teaching to international students preparing to study in undergraduate programmes with the University of Essex.

We are looking for individuals with experience in teaching the following Life Sciences modules for between 3-12 hours per week on a fixed-term contract:

- Transferable Skills for Life Sciences
- Quantitative Methods for Life Sciences
- Genetics and Evolution
- Molecular Cell Biology

This is an excellent opportunity for a Tutor or Teacher, who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.

A detailed job description can be viewed here.

**What you’ll bring to the role**

You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with international students, be student-focused, be open to change and development, and be committed to ensuring our students’ success. You will need:

- Experience of teaching to post 16 students (a teaching qualification would be an advantage)
- The ability to plan, deliver and review a range of learning activities that guide and support students to achieve and flourish
- The ability to develop and update innovative teaching material that engages all students
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a range of different teams in order to continually improve the student experience
- Flexibility and willingness to work under pressure to deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- A strong commitment to continuous professional development and a proven track record of using this to enhance the student experience
- Demonstrable experience of using technology to inform teaching practice and a willingness to embrace innovations
- A Post Graduate qualification but strong first degree or relevant professional experience will be considered
- If teaching English language, then a DELTA or equivalent qualification. Those with CELTA plus relevant experience will also be considered.

**What we do**

UEIC has been set up in partnership with the University of Essex to provide new routes for international students wishing to study degrees at the University. The University of Essex is one of the most international universities in Britain and is also known for its bold approach to teaching, research and innovation. Located in the historic Constable Building on the University’s Colchester campus, the college delivers undergraduate Foundation, International Year One, Pre-Master’s and Pre-Sessional English programmes and a range of other support and extracurricular services.

Kaplan International Pathways, a division of Kaplan Inc., offers international students a wide range of flexible study options - from University preparation programmes in the UK, Australia, USA and Japan through to full degree programmes in Singapore, Hong Kong and Australia. Through our academic partnerships with leading universities, our expertise in student recruitment, our exceptional teaching and a real focus on customer service and pastoral care, each year we are proud to welcome thousands of students from more than 100 countries through the doors of our colleges.

In the UK, we operate 9 campus-based colleges in partnership with Bournemouth University, University of Glasgow, University of Liverpool, Nottingham Trent University, University of Nottingham, University of Brighton, University of Essex, University of York and University of West of England, Bristol and an off-campus college in London offering pathways to 7 leading well-ranked UK universities.

**How to apply**

**Interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 12th February 2024.**

**Additional Application Information**

Kaplan is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.

**Application Support**

**Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments**

At Kaplan International Pathways, we're dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive global workforce. As equal opportunity employers, we ensure fair treatment for all employees, safeguarding them from discrimination based on protected characteristics as defined in the Equality Act 2010, and beyond.

Furthermore, we proudly endorse and provide a platform for our Employee Resource Groups, such as Kaplan Pride, Higher Ground Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage Group, and Parents and Carers. These groups serve as vital forums for support, connection, and advocacy within our company

£35.22 Per Hour


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