Integrated Studies Lecturer

**Integrated Studies Lecturer (1013)**:
**Are you passionate about delivering inclusive education and empowering autistic young people with diverse needs? Join St John's College as an Integrated Studies Lecturer and contribute to the achievement of outstanding outcomes for our learners.**

At St John's College, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and motivating learning environment for learners of varying abilities. Based at our satellite provision at Brighton Metropolitan College, you will play a crucial role in the delivery, teaching, and course leadership to learners while ensuring that the service provided aligns with our values of respect, inclusion, and individual growth.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Student Support**: Ensure the development of personal learning plans (ILPs) for students, conducting initial assessments and regular reviews to track progress. Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people, ensuring every learner receives the service they need to succeed, both academically and in their future careers.
- **Collaboration**: Work closely with the St John's Curriculum Management team and our co-located mainstream college partners to coordinate learners' access to mainstream learning opportunities. Collaborate with external partners, employers, and schools to enrich the learning experience and support work placements and community engagement.
- **Administrative & Quality Assurance**: Maintain accurate records, monitor learners' progress, and contribute to the preparation for internal and external inspections. Ensure compliance with College policies and safeguarding regulations, and participate in quality assurance processes.
- **Inclusive Culture**: Embrace and promote a culture of diversity, working alongside the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), EDI committee, and staff to implement and evaluate our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) strategy.

**Key Requirements**:

- **Experience**: Proven experience in teaching students with a range of abilities and needs, including functional skills in literacy and numeracy.
- **Commitment to Inclusion**: A deep understanding of SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and a commitment to creating inclusive learning environments that celebrate and value difference.
- **Personal Attributes**: Strong communication skills, an empathetic approach to teaching, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- **Professional Development**: A commitment to ongoing professional development and the ability to mentor assistants and volunteers.
- **Safeguarding**: A clear understanding of safeguarding practices and a dedication to creating a safe and supportive environment for all learners.

**Why Join Us?**

At St John's College, we believe that every learner deserves the best possible education tailored to their unique needs. As part of our team, you will help shape the educational experience of autistic young people and support them to reach their full potential. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive community that values difference and supports both students and staff in their growth.

We offer a supportive environment where you will have the opportunity to develop professionally, collaborate with dedicated colleagues, and make a real difference in the lives of young people with autism.

**St John's College** is part of the Ambitious about Autism network, where we share a core value of **valuing difference**. Join us and be part of an organisation that celebrates the unique abilities of all learners.

Closing Date: 21st April 2025

Interview Date: 25th April 2025
- The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification._
- **Location**:Brighton Metropolitan College**:

- **Salary**:£36,562**:

- **Contract Type**:Full Time**:

- **Vacancy Type**:Permanent**:

- **Closing Date**:21 April 2025