Agroecology NVQ L3 Tutor

Job Title:  Agroecology NVQ Level 3 Tutor 

Hours: Part-time, 0.4 full time equivalent (15-hours per week) 

Reports to:  Further Education Lead

Salary: £30k – £35k pro rata, depending on experience  

Contract: Permanent  

Location: Talgarth, main office and Troed yr Harn Farm and other outdoor locations in Bannau Brycheiniog 

 

Background of BMC: 

Black Mountains College (BMC) is a unique rural college based in the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. BMC re-imagines what education is for and how it is delivered. Our approach connects the environment, society and the individual to produce rounded, resilient, future leaders and change-makers.  

We are now in our fourth academic year and have students of all ages and backgrounds participating in our NVQs, various short courses and our degree – BA (Hons) Sustainable Futures: Arts, Ecology and Systems Change.  

 

Purpose of the Role: 

We require a tutor to lead, plan, deliver and assess our Level 3 NVQ in Agroecology. We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher who inspires students with their passion for the topic, teaching two-days’ worth of lessons per week in Talgarth and the National Park. 

Content includes modules on plant and soil science, elements of permaculture design, horticulture, agroforestry, crop production, holistic grazing systems and business studies. 

As part of this role, there will be a requirement to attend occasional student events, consultation evenings and to represent BMC in schools and at careers fairs outside of normal working hours. 

 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Prepare or adapt existing lesson plans (based on pre-selected units), teach and assess students on the NVQ Level 3 course.  
  • Organise and prepare the site ready for lessons, identifying any additional equipment required in good time. 
  • Coordinate the ‘work experience’ units with our work experience partners and monitor students throughout their placements 
  • Maintain good communication with your Line Manager and the rest of the team to ensure a positive student experience and the smooth running of the course  
  • Organise and plan trips or visits to other sites, or arrange guest speakers to supplement sessions  
  • Ensure students are well-prepared for assessments, working with those who may need more support and adapt assessments accordingly  
  • Assess students’ work in a variety of forms including verbal, practical and written, providing constructive feedback  
  • Ensure all paperwork is kept up to date and compliant with quality standards, as per NPTC Group of Colleges and awarding body requirements  
  • Take full responsibility for health and safety during your sessions  
  • Liaise with internal and external assessors and auditors as required  
  • Attend student recruitment and other events to help market the course effectively  
  • Communicate with prospective students in the lead-up to the course start, support the admissions and selection process as required  
  • Attend termly standardisation meetings and liaise closely with other subject specific teaching staff to ensure smooth running of the programme  
  • Work with the team to support the wellbeing of students  
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and contractual agreements, including related administration. 

 

Essential Skills and Qualifications 

  • TAQA Assessors Award L3 (or be willing to complete during first year of teaching)  
  • PGCE, Train the Trainer L2 or equivalent (or be willing to complete this first year of teaching)  
  • Minimum Level 3 qualification in relevant subject (or equivalent experience in a relevant environment e.g. agroecology, horticulture, agriculture conservation, environmental management etc.) 
  • Current first aid qualification or willing to complete prior to course start  
  • Health and Safety/Risk Assessment training or qualification (or be willing to complete during first year of teaching)   
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office 365  
  • Current full driving licence and use of own vehicle  

 

Desirable Skills and Qualifications 

  • Prior teaching and/or assessing experience  
  • Safeguarding qualification  
  • Welsh language speaker  
  • Category D1 Driving licence (to drive minibus) qualification  

 

Person specification  

  • A ‘can do’ attitude and good problem-solving skills  
  • The ability to build positive relationships and inspire students  
  • Excellent organisational skills with an emphasis on attention to detail and record keeping  
  • Great team player and excellent communicator 

 

APPLY 

Please send a CV and covering letter via Indeed here

 

DEADLINE 

5pm on September 23rd 2024 

 

Inclusion and Diversity: 

BMC is a firm believer in diversity and inclusion in the workplace. BMC is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to further diversify its staff in terms of gender, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, culture, economic background and nationality. 

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