Regenerative Horticulture Tutor - Treorchy, United Kingdom - Black Mountains College

Black Mountains College

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Treorchy, United Kingdom

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Black Mountains College

Job Title:
Regenerative Horticulture Tutor

Hours:
Part-time - total hours will be approx. 615 across the year (with some potential for overtime). This includes 440 hours teaching (two full days per week, approx. 70 teaching days), with 2 hours prep per teaching day, and extra hours reserved for meetings, events, and any training required.

Reports to:
Further Education Coordinator and COO

Salary:
hourly rate £18.82 per hour inclusive of holiday pay

Contract:12-month contract, rolled over each year

Location:
Treherbert

Background of BMC:

Black Mountains College (BMC) is a unique rural college based in the Brecon Beacons 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 second academic year and have students of all ages and backgrounds participating in our Level 2 NVQs in Regenerative Horticulture, and Sustainable Coppicing and Greenwood Trades.

We have a varied short course programme and have a degree - BA (Hons)

Sustainable Futures:
Arts, Ecology and Systems Change, which is accepting applicants for a September 2023 start.

In addition to our main Talgarth campus, our new Treherbert campus launches in Sept 2023, offering our NVQs in Regenerative Horticulture, and Sustainable Coppicing & Greenwood Trades.

Purpose of the Role:

We require a Regenerative Horticulture Tutor to join us at our new site in Treherbert. We are looking for a teacher who inspires students with their passion for the topic. You will understand the pressing need for horticulturalists to adopt practices that support a sustainable future.

You will be able to teach students a variety of approaches and techniques that aim to promote healthy soil ecosystems using 'regenerative' horticultural methodology.

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:

Prepare lesson plans (based on preselected units, teach and assess students on the Level 2 NVQ Regenerative Horticulture course
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
The ability to build positive relationships and inspire students with good communication and interpersonal skills
Current full driving licence

DESIRABLE

Training/experience in safeguarding desirable
Health and Safety/Risk Assessment training or qualification beneficial
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 on Thursday May 18th

Interviews week commencing 22nd May

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:
£18.82 per hour

Benefits: