Senior Teacher

Job Specification

Job Title: Senior Teacher

Location: Kings Hall College, Manchester (classroom based)

Reports to: Academic Director

Salary: £26,000 per annum

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Overall Responsibilities

In line with the Mission, Vision and Goals of Kings Hall College, as the Senior Teacher you will assist the Academic Director in supporting the academic programme, teaching English to international students, and supporting other teachers. The role also includes administrative tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the academic department.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching

Be at the college in time to prepare lessons and any additional materials prior to class.
Teach classes using the Kings Hall curriculum and other appropriate materials as required.
Ensure students receive the maximum benefit from their course.
Keep accurate Records of Work and attendance documents.
Give out and correct homework on a regular basis.
Create and mark weekly test papers and accurately record results.
Write reports for sponsored and departing students.
Contribute towards developing resources to supplement course materials.
Manage classroom behaviour effectively and report discipline problems to the Academic Director.
Liaise with the Academic Director regarding student progress and welfare.
Be observed teaching as part of your Professional Development.

Senior Teacher

Collaborate with the Academic Director to ensure smooth academic programme operations.
Help to establish a positive working environment within the academic team.
Guide teachers in their use of the Kings Hall curriculum.
Support the team of teachers so they complete their administrative duties on time.
Organise and lead teacher training workshops/CPD sessions when required.
Observe teachers to support professional development.
Encourage ongoing professional development among teachers.
Assist with the placement testing and induction of new students.

General Duties (All Staff)

Remain compliant with Safeguarding procedures.
Ensure that all health and safety policies are implemented and monitored.
Adhere to British Council criteria and work towards areas of strength.
Ensure the college is well presented and kept tidy.
Attend meetings as requested by the Management Team.
Assist with social activities as and when required to do so.
Represent Kings Hall College to clients in a professional manner.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please submit a CV along with a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the requirements of the role. Note, we recommend that you apply soon as we reserve the right to close the role if we have gathered a suitable shortlist. Please send applications to [email protected].

Additional Application Information

Kings Hall College follows Safer Recruitment guidelines. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.

This role involves working with learners who are under 18 years old and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with our background-checking policy. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure (including children’s barred list) via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Applicant must have right to work in United Kingdom.

Application Support

If you require support completing the application or wish to talk to someone about the role, please email [email protected].

Reasonable Adjustments

At Kings Hall College, we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.

Following the submission of an application, applicants will be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.