S81​/Associate Lecturer in Skills Literacy and GCSE English

Associate Lecturer in Essential Skills Literacy and GCSE English

Associate Lecturer in GCSE English and Essential Skills Literacy

Lisburn Campus, 0.25

FTE, 9 hours per week

About Us

Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so.

We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success.

We currently have a vacancy for an Associate Lecturer in Essential Skills Literacy and GCSE English.

Job Purpose

To become a member of the teaching team in current courses of study and assist with future developments.

Essential Criteria

• Hold GCSE English (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Communication; and GCSE Maths (Grade A-C) / Essential Skills Level 2 (or higher) in Numeracy, or NICATS Access Maths Modules.
• Hold a degree of which English forms a minimum of 50% of the subject studied.
• Have a minimum of 1 year’s experience in the last 5 years in the delivery of Essential Skills Literacy or GCSE English.
• Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative and work independently, as well as work effectively as a team member.
• Demonstrate excellent administrative, planning, and organisational skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of competency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral.

Benefits

• 49 days annual leave + 12 public holidays
• Defined benefit CARE pension scheme with employer contribution rate of 29.1%
• Corporate healthcare cash plan scheme
• Annual free health checks onsite
• Access to College gym facilities free of charge along with reduced rate membership with a range of gyms
• Mind Yourself health & wellbeing initiatives
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Teachers Credit Union
• Access to hair, nail & beauty salons onsite
• Continuous Professional Development opportunities via our dedicated Learning Academy

For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached Job Description.