Course Leader for Functional Skills English and/or GCSE English Teacher (Full/Part Time considered)
| Posting date: | 06 June 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 June 2025 |
| Location: | Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 3DQ |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JUN20251321 |
Summary
Course Leader for Functional Skills English and/or GCSE English Teacher (Full Time/Part Time considered) - Ref 2506114 Up to £48,309 p.a., plus Band 1 - £1,146 p.a. for CIT Leader post 37 hours per week (FTE). As there is more than one role available within the department, there is also scope for part time roles teaching just GCSE English or leading on Functional Skills Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, a friendly and supportive culture, and a focus on putting the student at the heart of all we do.We value our staff and students highly, and invest heavily in their development, support and wellbeing. Situated in Leyland, Lancashire, the College is near the M6, M61 and M65 and within commuting distance of Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake District.We are seeking an outstanding English teacher(s) to join the School of English, Languages and Classics. The successful candidate(s) will have a degree in a relevant subject area and a proven track record of delivering Functional Skills English and/or GCSE English to a high standard. They will also be able to design and deliver creative and impactful lessons and take a student-centred approach to learning.Our Functional Skills courses in English range from Entry Level to Level 2 and run across both the Adult and 16-19 Programmes. Classes are timetabled within the college day and in the evening and so it would be important for the successful candidate to have that flexibility in their availability. In addition to our face-to-face courses, we are also currently piloting an online version of the Level 2 course via the Learn Direct platform and so experience with online learning would be desirable.Please note that teachers of Functional skills usually teach some 16-19 GCSE English Language re-sit provision as part of their allocated deployment. However, as there is more than one role available within the department, there is also scope for part time roles teaching just GCSE English or leading on Functional Skills. As the Curriculum Improvement Team Leader for Functional Skills English, the successful candidate will ensure planning documentation is completed to a high standard and lead rigorous reviews of quality, ensuring swift interventions where necessary. In addition, they will also be the named Internal Verifier for the qualification and ensure timely completion of assessment samples to maintain our accreditation status. Closing date is 12 noon, Friday 20<sup>th</sup> June 2025.For further information and to apply, please visit www.runshaw.ac.uk/work-at-runshaw/current-vacancies and click on Vacancies. Alternatively, email HR@runshaw.ac.uk or call 01772 642004, quoting the vacancy reference number.Runshaw College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly people with protected characteristics.