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Curriculum Manager – Timber Studies, Faculty of Construction Crafts

Curriculum Manager – Timber Studies, Faculty of Construction Crafts

Leeds College of Building

Leeds

  • Expired
Salary:
£34,018 - £39,411 per annum
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
6 March 2015

Job overview

As the UK’s leading provider of construction education and training, we are at the forefront of delivering high quality programmes across the construction sector. The Faculty is proud of our excellent facilities and the quality of our teaching, learning and assessment which serves the needs of industry. Within Timber Studies provision includes - site carpentry, bench joinery, shopfitting, machine woodworking and furniture production courses and ranges from entry to level 3.

Working with the Assistant Faculty Director, you will contribute to effective curriculum management and the achievement of high standards in student learning, progress towards their goals and work related outcomes. You will have day to day responsibility for specific curriculum areas, groups of students and the management of staff. It is expected that you will take an active part in introducing and leading new developments and innovation within Timber Studies and the wider faculty team.

A proven track record of good or outstanding teaching in construction and the built environment is essential along with a full teaching qualification. Experience of effectively managing staff is desirable and candidates should be able to communicate effectively with adults and young people to ensure a positive impact on their learning and progress.

You should be educated to NVQ level 3 in an appropriate craft discipline and have relevant industrial experience/knowledge.

In return we offer an excellent pension scheme, generous holidays, family friendly policies and opportunities for training and development.

An application form and further details can be downloaded from the vacancies section of our website at www.lcb.ac.uk. Please note CV’s will not be accepted.

Closing date: Friday 6 March 2015 at 4.00pm

Please note this position is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

The College is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share that commitment.

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About Leeds College of Building

GENERAL INFORMATION ON COLLEGE

Introduction
Following incorporation on 1 April 1993, the College became independent of the Local Education Authority and is now mainly funded, approximately (75%) directly through the Learning and Skills Council (LSC). Each college is a corporate body and is responsible for all matters, including premises, with Governors effectively becoming the employers of College staff.

The College
The College was first established as an independent institution in 1960 and moved into purpose built accommodation in 1969. The College currently operates from three sites; North Street, Millwright Street and Hunslet Lane (Leeds central).

The Courses
For curriculum purposes, the College is divided into three Faculties administered by Faculty Managers and supported by Assistant Faculty Managers, Course Team Managers and Lecturers.

Faculty of Construction Crafts - Carpentry and Joinery, Shopfitting, Machine Woodworking, Furniture Manufacture, Painting and Decorating, Interior Systems Dry Lining, Roofing, Wall & Floor Tiling, Plastering, Interior System Dry Lining, Signmaking/Graphics, Brickwork, Entry Level work

Faculty of Mechanical & Engineering Services - Plumbing, Electrical Installation, Heating & Ventilating, Gas ACS, GNVQ Supervisory, Renewable Energies and Skills for Life.

Faculty of HE & Construction Management - CAD, Teacher Education "A" & "V" Units, Technician Studies, Management Studies, HE Development, Health & Safety, Sustainable Construction and Renewable Energies.

In addition Co-ordinators have responsibility for cross college work which includes Life Skills, Adult Education, Link Courses, IT, Quality and OSAT (On Site Assessment & Training).

Students and Staffing
The number of students attending the College during the year is approximately 5,500 made up of both full-time and part-time students.

The full-time College staff consists of approximately 124 full-time teaching staff and 141 support staff. In addition there are approximately 77 people who work on a part-time teaching basis.

No Smoking Policy
The College operates a no smoking policy. Smoking is not permitted on any part of the College sites. All staff are asked to play their part in the enforcement of this policy.

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Applications closed