Lecturer - Building Services

Lecturer – Building Services 1 FTE/35 hours per week

Permanent

£40,170 - £48,357 per annum (subject to qualifications and experience)

Location: Glasgow

National Terms and Conditions of employment for Lecturing Staff apply to this post.

Job Description:

The post holder will support excellence in learning through the preparation and delivery of high quality learning, teaching and assessment materials and by supporting learners.

Key Responsibilities:

They will work closely and supportively with other colleagues and partners to deliver excellence in learning. The role will specifically involve:

· Teaching and Assessment

· Curriculum Development

· Quality and Standards

· Student Support

· Continuing Professional Development

It is mandatory for new entrants:

· who do not possess the Teaching Qualification in Further Education (TQFE) or equivalent to complete the:

o Teaching Essentials Programme within the first 6 months of their employment;

o Professional Development Award within 12 to 18 months; and

o TQFE thereafter in due course.

· to be registered with General Teaching Council (Scotland) – provisional or full registration.

This post will have a teaching remit at an agreed number of class contact hours.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:

Applicants should hold a professional qualification in Building Services Engineering or a minimum of an SVQ Level 3 or have a time served apprenticeship in Building Engineering and have demonstrable practical industry experience commensurate with the post.

Knowledge:

Demonstrable knowledge of

· Further Education in Scotland

· National priorities for education

· The skills priorities locally

Skills and Competencies:

· Ability to provide engaging, inclusive and high quality learning and assessment opportunities that meet diverse learning needs

· Contribute to the development of curriculum delivery

· Develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders

· Ability to initiate innovation and promote change

· Ability to plan effective and responsive curriculum

· Ability to undertake partnership work and raise the College’s profile externally

Experience:

· Recent practice within the Building Services Engineering sector is essential.

· Ability to provide flexible and innovative approaches to the delivery of the curriculum, including the use of new learning technologies

· Possess effective ICT skills and an understanding of the role of online learning

· Previous experience of individual or group guidance/supervision in a formal or informal setting

· Relevant industrial or practitioner experience in appropriate discipline

· Teaching in a post compulsory education setting and of assessment and moderation in the context of SQA and the National Curriculum

· A relevant qualification in the discipline of Building Services Engineering (the installation, service and maintenance of commercial and industrial Heating, Ventilating, Refrigeration and air conditioning systems)

Benefits:

Why work at Glasgow Kelvin:

· Access to a generous Pension Scheme.

· A professional development review process – continuous professional and personal development.

· Professional and personal development for all staff – we offer an extensive range of staff development opportunities and events to support you in your role, help you reach your full potential and plan for your future.

· Cycle to Work Scheme.

· Mileage Allowance – reclaimable for travel on College Business

· Employee Assistance Programme - a 24-hour service that supports your health and wellbeing.

· Flexible Working and Family Friendly Policy – Flexible Working, Maternity, Parental, Paternity and Adoption Leave – enhanced entitlements.

· Sick Pay – Enhanced entitlement above the national average.

· Wellbeing – a range of activities to enhance and support your wellbeing, access to sports facilities and fitness activities.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 23.59hrs on Friday 21st March 2025 .

It is anticipated interviews will take place Week commencing Monday 31st March 2025 actual day and time to be confirmed.