Teacher of Level 3 BTEC Applied Science and Medical Science, 0.813, permanent contract

At the Prior Pursglove College site, we are seeking to appoint an inspirational teacher who has a passion for teaching Level 3 BTEC Applied Science and Medical Science.

The college is known for its drive to widen participation and provide access to education for all. The overwhelming majority of students achieve their very aspirational targets regardless of their prior attainment levels. Equally, we provide effective support for students to progress to Russell Group Universities, Oxbridge or higher apprenticeships.

Prior Pursglove College offers a warm and welcoming feel, providing modern facilities that are blended into the beautiful setting which has been a learning institution for over 500 years. Students are the focus of our community and our dedicated staff strive to improve the life chances of young people in our region.

Alongside our traditional Level 3 programmes, the college offers specialist provision for students with higher educational needs. We are proud to offer a fully inclusive, stimulating and structured environment, which provides students with a wide range of opportunities and experiences to help prepare students for life beyond college.

The college encourages career development to enhance staff progression and is well known for its support, care and wellbeing of all staff and students, ensuring positive outcomes for our college community.

The ideal candidate is likely to:

• be an outstanding teacher of applied science with experience or a willingness to teach the Level 3 BTEC National Certificate in Medical Science (Extended Certificate)
• have high quality and in-depth subject knowledge
• plan and adapt teaching effectively to meet the needs of all students, especially those who require additional support
• ensure the provision of resources which allow students to become independent learners
• be an effective team player in a dynamic department
• provide formative and summative assessment for all students in a timely and effective manner
• build a positive academically-focused rapport with all learners
• support students academically outside lessons as appropriate
• link the subject to the wider working world and embed employability skills