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Lecturer - Barbering (Evenings Hours Only 7 hours per week) - Fixed-term until June 2027

Glasgow Kelvin College

£29 / year

GlasgowPart-timeOn-siteIntermediate

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Description


The post holder will support excellence in learning through the preparation and delivery of high quality learning, teaching and assessment materials and by supporting learners.  

Key Responsibilities


They will work closely and supportively with other colleagues and partners to deliver excellence in learning. The role will specifically involve
  
  • Teaching and Assessment
  • Curriculum Development
  • Quality and Standards
  • Student Support
  • Continuing Professional Development

It is mandatory for new entrants:
·         who do not possess the Teaching Qualification in Further Education (TQFE) or equivalent to complete the:
o   Teaching Essentials Programme within the first 6 months of their employment.
o   Professional Development Award within 12 to 18 months; and
o   TQFE thereafter in due course.
·         to be registered with General Teaching Council (Scotland) – provisional or full registration.  
 
This post will have a teaching remit at an agreed number of class contact hours. 

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise


You should have experience in providing flexible and innovative approaches to the delivery of your relevant curriculum and recent, relevant industrial experience practising in your teaching discipline. 

The successful candidate will be expected to deliver a range of programmes from the City and Guilds portfolio and a relevant qualification in subject area is desirable.  Extensive industry experience which is current and ongoing in this specialised area essential with experience in delivering City and Guilds qualifications desired. 

Demonstrable knowledge of
  • Further Education in Scotland
  • National priorities for education
  • The skills priorities locally
 Skills and Competencies:
  • Ability to provide engaging, inclusive and high-quality learning and assessment opportunities that meet diverse learning needs
  • Contribute to the development of curriculum delivery
  • Develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders
  • Ability to initiate innovation and promote change
  • Ability to plan effective and responsive curriculum
  • Ability to undertake partnership work and raise the College’s profile externally
Experience:

  • Recent and current practice within Barbering is essential.
  • Ability to provide flexible and innovative approaches to the delivery of the curriculum, including the use of new learning technologies
  • Possess effective ICT skills and an understanding of the role of online learning
  • Previous experience of individual or group guidance/supervision in a formal or informal setting
  • Relevant industrial or practitioner experience in appropriate discipline
  • Teaching in a post compulsory education setting and of assessment and moderation in the context of SQA and the National Curriculum 
  • A relevant qualification – minimum C & G Level 2 Certificate in Barbering 

 

Benefits


Why work at Glasgow Kelvin:

  • Access to a generous Pension Scheme.
  • A professional development review process – continuous professional and personal development.
  • Professional and personal development for all staff – we offer an extensive range of staff development opportunities and events to support you in your role, help you reach your full potential and plan for your future.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Mileage Allowance – reclaimable for travel on College Business
  • Employee Assistance Programme - a 24-hour service that supports your health and wellbeing.
  • Flexible Working and Family Friendly Policy – Flexible Working, Maternity, Parental, Paternity and Adoption Leave – enhanced entitlements.
  • Sick Pay – Enhanced entitlement above the national average.
  • Wellbeing – a range of activities to enhance and support your wellbeing, access to sports facilities and fitness activities.
 

Benefits

  • Why work at Glasgow Kelvin: Access to a generous Pension Scheme. A professional development review process – continuous professional and personal development. Professional and personal development for all staff – we offer an extensive range of staff development opportunities and events to support you in your role, help you reach your full potential and plan for your future. Cycle to Work Scheme. Mileage Allowance – reclaimable for travel on College Business Employee Assistance Programme - a 24-hour service that supports your health and wellbeing. Flexible Working and Family Friendly Policy – Flexible Working, Maternity, Parental, Paternity and Adoption Leave – enhanced entitlements. Sick Pay – Enhanced entitlement above the national average. Wellbeing – a range of activities to enhance and support your wellbeing, access to sports facilities and fitness activities.

About this role

Glasgow Kelvin College is seeking an experienced barber to teach evening classes in their barbering programme on a part-time basis (7 hours per week). This fixed-term role, running until June 2027, combines curriculum delivery with assessment, quality assurance, and student support. You'll work with colleagues to develop and refine learning materials, deliver City and Guilds qualifications, and support learners with diverse needs using flexible and innovative teaching approaches.

The ideal candidate has extensive, current hands-on experience in barbering and a minimum City and Guilds Level 2 qualification in the subject. You should be comfortable teaching in further education settings, familiar with SQA assessment and moderation practices, and able to incorporate new learning technologies into your delivery. If you don't already hold a Teaching Qualification in Further Education (TQFE) or equivalent, you'll complete the Teaching Essentials Programme within your first six months, followed by further professional development qualifications. Registration with General Teaching Council Scotland is mandatory.

Glasgow Kelvin College offers a pension scheme, continuous professional development opportunities, flexible working policies, enhanced sick pay, and an employee assistance programme. The salary is £29,000 annually (pro-rated for the 7-hour weekly commitment).

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