Lecturer in Accounting

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We currently have a vacancy for a Lecturer in Accounting, on a full-time basis. This post will involve developing and delivering a variety of topics for groups of students studying a range of courses with accounting requirements. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a passion for teaching who is keen to pass on their knowledge of accounting to our students.

The ideal candidate should have an excellent working knowledge of and a skill set relevant to Accounting, qualified to at least SCQF level 9 or equivalent, in the subject area and have suitable and up-to-date experience in a relevant vocational area. An ability to deliver in other business areas would be an advantage.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are key aspects of the role, together with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with students and colleagues.

Experience of teaching is not essential but you will be contracted to obtain TQFE (Teaching Qualification in Further Education) once employment has commenced if you do not already hold a relevant teaching qualification.

NESCol is a disability confident employer. We offer a variety of working options in line with business requirements and place great importance on staff wellbeing. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

The closing date for applications is 31^st January 2025.

 

Person Specification

(criteria marked * are desirable, all others are essential)

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

1. Working knowledge of accounting practices
2. Good communication skills
3. Good presentation skills
4. Good interpersonal skills
5. Good organisational skills
6. Ability to develop and use appropriate learning/teaching/training materials
7. Computer literate
8. * Knowledge and/or experience of the use of electronic learning materials

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

1. Degree or equivalent qualification (SCQF Level 9) in a related subject area
2. Up to date skills and/or experience in an area of accounting
3. * Broad knowledge of business area with ability to teach in different specialist areas
4. * Teaching or training experience
5. * Teaching qualification (TQFE or equivalent)
6. * Assessment experience
7. * Assessment qualification
8. * GTC registration
   
   

PERSONAL QUALITIES

1. Effective team player who actively supports others
2. Builds and maintains effective relationships with students and colleagues
3. Prioritises work effectively
4. Meets deadlines
5. Personally well-organised
   
   

WORK REQUIREMENTS

1. Evidence of commitment to equal opportunities
2. Own practice reflects good health and safety practice
3. Has undertaken mandatory staff development (if internal candidate)
4. Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development
5. Willing to teach on any campus, as required
6. *Driving Licence and willingness to use own vehicle for business purposes.