Core Skills Tutor, Climate and Ecology

A core skills tutor and facilitator is required to join our small dynamic team based in Talgarth, Powys, Wales on a fixed-term basis, starting as soon as possible until end of December 2022. We are looking for an inspirational teacher passionate about equipping students with the skills necessary for a sustainable future.

This person will facilitate the core content of our vocational programme (including ecology, sustainability, and life skills), and teach elements of it, to our second cohort of Further Education students from September 2022 to December 2022. In addition, the person appointed will help plan for and prepare the taught content for January to July 2023.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a visionary project transforming the way we teach and learn. It is a part-time position of 15 hours per week for a fixed period with the possibility of applying for an augmented permanent role.

The tutor will be responsible for aligning the content of the sessions with the two BMC NVQs in Sustainable Coppicing and Green Wood Skills and Regenerative Horticulture, liaising closely with tutors delivering those programmes.

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

About BMC:

Black Mountains College is a new college helping to drive the transition to a sustainable future. It is a unique project offering short courses and vocational training in ‘future skills’ that we believe will be more necessary and relevant in a low impact, low carbon world of short supply chains and climate disruption. Based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, we are open to all. Our undergraduate degree programme, a BA (Hons) in Sustainable Futures: Arts, Ecology and Systems Change, has recently been accredited by Cardiff Metropolitan University and is launching soon.

The BMC Teacher and Programme Coordinator will:

  • Facilitate the first term of the BMC core content (86.5 hrs including 15 hours of induction), according to an outline scheme of work and with support from the Academic Lead and Director. Deliver approximately at least half of these hours yourself over 14 teaching weeks (with 1 hour of preparation per taught hour) with an emphasis on ecology, conservation, climate and systems change. The balance may include guest speakers, practical tasks, or trips.
  • Deliver student induction (including some standardised testing), and sustainability themed tutorials
  • Explore the possibility to implement an accredited carbon/climate qualifications within the course
  • 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 and providing student support where required.
  • Undertake student 1-2-1’s and subsequent individual learning plan monitoring.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and contractual agreements, including any surrounding administration.
  • Attend occasional CPD meetings including a ‘tutor day’.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • HLTA Higher teaching assistant qualification or Qualified Teaching Status or similar
  • Creative thinker with an interest in sustainability education and a passion for how people learn differently
  • A proven track record of teaching in a tertiary setting
  • Excellent organisational skills with an emphasis on attention to detail, record keeping, and learning outcomes
  • The ability to build positive relationships and inspire students with good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Active interest in new forms of pedagogy and methods for engaging students inside and outside the classroom

DESIRABLE

  • Knowledge of Schools Management Systems
  • Welsh language speaker
  • Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office
  • First aid trained

TERMS

  • Salary guide £30,000 – £32,000 pro rata depending on experience
  • Competitive package is available for the right candidate
  • Training opportunities included

BMC is an inclusive and affirmative action employer. We would love to hear from candidates from all cultural and educational backgrounds.

The tutor reports to the Academic Lead and works alongside the subject tutors and the Director in the delivery of training, and with the Community Training Manager and the Operations Coordinator in the administration of the course.

APPLY

Please send a CV and covering letter to: jobs@blackmountainscollege.uk

DEADLINE

Midnight on Thursday August 18th 2022

 

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