The Vacancy
We have an exciting opportunity for a well organised and self-motivated Arboriculture Lecturer / Short Course Trainer based at our Houghall Campus (with an expectation that you will be able to work across all 3 sites) on an hourly paid basis.
Main Duties of the Role:
Due to continued growth in our arboriculture curriculum, we are interested in receiving applications from well organised and self-motivated individuals vocationally qualified to deliver either Level 4/5 in Arboriculture and/or NPTC Certificates of Technical Competence in land-based specialism.
We are interested in receiving applications from those wishing to work wither on a contracted or a self-employed basis.
The successful candidate will join a strong and supportive team delivering a varied blend of practical and classroom sessions from our Houghall Campus in Durham City. While previous experience of teaching adults would be an advantage, the college provides a strong mentoring programme for those with industry experience wishing to move into teaching and with the commitment to offer our learners an outstanding learning experience.
Essential Requirement:
Minimum of a level 4 in land-based specialism OR Certificates of professional competence relevant area.
Level 2 Maths and English or above.
Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards.
What we offer:
Teacher Pension Scheme with up to 23.68% employer contributions
Free Gym Membership.
Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity and Adoption leave.
3 days paid emergency leave per year.
Various Paid and unpaid leave for other needs
Funded Continuous Professional Development (CPD) where appropriate.
Onsite restaurant, Canteen and Hair and Beauty Salon
Free onsite parking
On site Nursery facilities (up to 5 yoa)
Cycle to work scheme and much more.
About EDC
There’s never been a better time to join the fantastic team here at East Durham College, with recent investment in our already outstanding teaching facilities, and further investment still to come the College has a great deal on offer for both staff and students. East Durham College provides access to education for all, with pathways through stages of learning across a broad offer and with close alignment to employment opportunities in the North East region. Plus, the College recently gained its fourth ‘GOOD’ Ofsted rating in a row.
The College is split over 3 campuses with a very board offer of courses, from general FE, and A-level to specialist land based and technical provisions there is something for everyone. As a member of the team here at East Durham College you will have access to a generous holiday entitlement, Local Government or Teachers Pensions, Free Gym (Willerby Grove Campus), Free parking and much more.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed. As part of that ethos, we aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us.
At East Durham College we follow Safer Recruitment and Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
East Durham College is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and we operate a guaranteed interview scheme. If you meet the essential criteria, you will automatically be selected for an interview.
East Durham College is committed to creating an environment where everyone feels proud, confident, challenged and supported and are holders of Disability Confident.
East Durham College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, therefore this role requires an Enhanced DBS check.
More information about the College can be found on our website.
