0.4 Practical Instructor in Floristry and Events Styling

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Capel Manor College and we are now seeking to appoint a practical instructor who will support the teaching staff within the range of floristry and event styling courses. Main responsibilities will include receiving, maintaining and preparing the equipment and fresh materials for classroom based practical activities as guided by the teacher. This is to include the safe return of all equipment to the store / fridge in a clean and satisfactory condition.

Supporting the provision with practical demonstrations and technical instruction to students in a wide range of floristry and event styling courses. Assist with the supervision of students to include work experience and volunteering particularly around peak periods of the industry. Assist with the assessment of students' practical abilities. Ensuring that all requirements and regulations relating to health and safety are adhered to at all times. Ensure that the health and safety of students are maintained whilst undertaking practical sessions.

We are now looking for an experienced floristry and event styling practical instructor to join the team at Mottingham. The ideal candidate will have a passion for floristry and for teaching and sharing their experience and knowledge. They will provide high quality teaching on the College's Floristry courses and ensure the effective learning of students being taught. This will involve preparing and delivering stimulating lessons, setting goals that stretch and challenge all students, monitoring and assessing student progress, giving feedback and consistently demonstrating the positive attitudes, values and behaviours which are expected of students.

We welcome applications with relevant industry experience who are interested in passing on their knowledge and skills to others in a supportive role. If you are an enthusiastic individual with the ability to inspire, motivate and challenge students and if you are able to impart knowledge and develop understanding that promotes a love of learning and develops intellectual curiosity, we want to hear from you.

You will be joining an established, highly motivated and successful outstanding floristry and event styling team who are all experienced in the industry and passionate to share this with their students.

This is a part-time role, working 14.4 hours per week. The actual salary is £10, £11,952.80.

Over the last 50 years, Capel Manor College has helped thousands of school leavers and adults achieve their dream of working with animals, plants and the environment. As London's environmental college, the College plays a vital role in the green agenda for the capital, equipping the next generation of land-based sector workers with the skills and knowledge needed to preserve and protect London's wildlife, national parks and green spaces. Capel Manor College offers excellent staff benefits. These include generous annual leave, access to a defined pension scheme, retail and leisure discounts and access to an online GP. For further information on staff benefits, please click here.

At Capel Manor College, we are dedicated to creating and promoting an equal, diverse, and inclusive workforce that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. We strive for a truly representative workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Additionally, we are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students. We expect all staff members to share and uphold this commitment.

Please note that the College does not have a sponsorship licence. We are therefore unable to consider applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.

We reserve the right to close a position once sufficient suitable applications have been received to form a short list. Early application is therefore encouraged.