Nature Recovery Tutor - Talgarth, United Kingdom - Black Mountains College

Black Mountains College

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Talgarth, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

Black Mountains College

Job Title:
Nature Recovery Tutor

Hours:0.4 full time equivalent (2-days per week).

Holidays: 28 days holidays + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown (pro-rata).

Reports to:
Further Education Coordinator and COO

Salary:
£30k - £35k depending on experience (pro rata)

Contract:12-month contract, rolled over each year

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 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.

We offer NVQs in Regenerative Horticulture, and Coppicing & Greenwood Trades and are launching a brand new L2 NVQ in Nature Recovery starting in September.

Purpose of the Role:

This person will plan, deliver and assess Nature Recovery sessions, teaching two-days' worth of lessons per week in Talgarth and the National Park.

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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach and assess the Level 2 NVQ Nature Recovery course
Prepare lesson plans and deliver 2 engaging lessons per week based on preselected units (total of 440 teaching hours from Sept end of June). Content includes plant and soil science, habitat conservation, countryside access and ecological surveying.
Coordinate the 'work experience' unit with our work experience partners and monitor students throughout their placements
Organise and prep the site ready for lessons, identifying any equipment required
Liaise with other tutors and College office staff in terms of any additional requirements
Organise and plan trips or visits to other sites, or arrange guest speakers to supplement sessions
Ensure students are 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, or written, providing constructive feedback
Ensure student assessment paperwork is compliant, as per NPTC Group of Colleges and IQA/EQA requirements
Take full responsibility for health and safety during your sessions
Maintain regular communication with the FE Coordinator to ensure smooth running of the course
Liaise with internal and external assessors and auditors as required
Attend occasional recruitment and other events to help market the course effectively
Communicate with prospective students in the leadup to the course start, support the admissions and selection process as required
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 L
PGCE or Train the Trainer L2 or equivalent (or willing to complete this during first year)
Prior teaching and/or assessing experience
Current first aid qualification or willing to complete prior to course start
Excellent organisational skills with an emphasis on attention to detail, record keeping, and learning outcomes
Experience working in a relevant environment (ecology, conservation, environmental management etc.)
The ability to build positive relationships and inspire students with good communication and interpersonal skills
Current full driving licence

DESIRABLE

Training/experience in safeguarding and additional learning needs desirable
Welsh language speaker
Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office
Category D1 Driving licence (to drive minibus) qualification

APPLY
Please send a CV and covering letter via Indeed

DEADLINE
Midnight Monday 26th June

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.

Job Types:
Part-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Salary:
£30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits: