Digital and Cyber Technologies Lecturer

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

Post title**:Lecturer in Digital and Cyber Technologies**

Salary Range**:£25,740 - £35,986 pro rata per annum**
**(Lecturer Salary Scale Points 1-7)**

Contract**:Permanent/Full Time**

Reference**:NG10721**

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

(formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).
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**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.

The advancements in digital and cyber technology is having a major impact on the way individuals, organisations and businesses operate and will continue to have an increasingly greater influence. Those that embrace digital technology will have the opportunity to

innovate and shape the future. WCG is marching forward with technical education, we have fully implemented cloud based teaching and learning systems that allow learners 24/7 access to their learning materials on any device, from anywhere, via internet access. WCG is looking for Lecturers who can inspire, motivate and guide the next generation of employees and give learners the best opportunity to excel in this field so helping shape the future.

**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 37 hours per week.

**Place of work**

The principal place of work will be Royal Leamington Spa College. 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**

DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).

**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

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