Welsh Language Engagement Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 08 Hydref 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 05 Tachwedd 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Swansea, SA2 9EB |
| Cwmni: | Vacancy Filler |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | SEP20259839 |
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About us:Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales with a strong reputation for high quality teaching and learning. We have six campuses across the city with over 4,500 full time learners and 10,000 part time learners. We currently have a turnover of over £50 million making us a major employer in the region with approximately 1,000 staff.At Gower College Swansea we are passionate about investing in our staff and looking after their wellbeing to ensure they feel supported in work and also at home.The role: As a member of the Welsh Language Development Team, the post holder will play an essential role in the development of Welsh language skills across Gower College campuses to develop a Welsh medium / bilingual ethos. 7.5 hours (1 day) per week1 year fixed term£6,062 - £6,672 per annumSwanseaKey Responsibilities:Ensure that all learners have the opportunity to develop their bilingual skills and where appropriate develop their confidence to use their Welsh language skills in and out of the classroomAdvise and encourage students to follow courses through the medium of Welsh or bilingually and deliver Welsh language awareness raising sessionsSupport students studying through the medium of Welsh or bilinguallyWork with teaching staff to assist Fluent Welsh studentsAbout you:Fluent Welsh speakerExperience of working with and inspiring young people Shows initiative and creativity Able to work across College sitesBenefits for you:28 days pro rata annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas periodA Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 21% (2024)2 staff well-being daysDiscounted study opportunities on College programmesView more benefits here: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/staff-benefits-wellbeingNeed help with your application? Please click here to read our guidance. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.If you wish to continue your application journey using Welsh Language, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh Language applications as we recognise the importance of delivering services in Welsh, and the need to grow our bilingual workforce.Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and require registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales.Please note that we are expecting a high volume of applicants for this vacancy. If we do, we may close the post before the specified date, therefore an early application is recommended. Appointments will normally be made to the bottom of the salary scale with annual increments on 1st August each year (subject to a start date before 1st February).