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Blacksmithing Lecturer
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Lecturer in Metalsmithing and Blacksmithing
Hours: 0.4 FTE (15 hours per week)
Salary: Up to £37,438 per annum (pro rata)
Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of metalsmiths and blacksmiths? Plumpton College is looking for a dynamic and skilled Lecturer to join our innovative and expanding team. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of teaching, learning, and assessment, inspiring students to unlock their full potential and preparing them for success in their studies and future careers.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging lessons to ensure consistently high student outcomes in metalsmithing and blacksmithing.
- Foster student development in essential skills, including English and mathematics.
- Embrace technology to enhance the learning experience, using modern tools and platforms.
- Track and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback to support their personal and professional growth.
- Contribute to curriculum development, quality improvements, and continuous professional development.
- Support students beyond the classroom through personal tutoring and extracurricular activities.
At Plumpton College, we believe in a supportive, student-focused culture where creativity and innovation thrive. You’ll work in a stimulating environment alongside a talented team, with opportunities for personal and professional development.
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What We’re Looking For
- A degree or professional qualification in a relevant field.
- Industry experience in metalsmithing or blacksmithing.
- A teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain one).
- A strong commitment to student success and collaboration.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- A passion for education and empowering future generations of craft professionals.
With over 3,000 students, excellent resources and a drive for continuous improvement, Plumpton College is actively seeking staff who want to make a difference and be part of this exciting phase of our development. At Plumpton College we are Ambitious & Progressive, Enterprising, Professional, Supportive and Passionate about everything we do – if you share these values and would like to be part of our growing team then we’d like to hear from you.
What We Offer
As well as a competitive salary, you can also look forward to a great range of benefits including: up to 37 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), and up to 5 efficiency days at Christmas; membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme; comprehensive CPD and teacher training (where applicable); TOTUM card; Employee Assistance Programme; free onsite parking; discounted Plumpton wine; staff discounts on Plumpton courses; free eye tests; cycle to work scheme; and free use of the onsite gym.
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If you are a skilled metalsmith with a passion for teaching and inspiring students, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career with Plumpton College. Teacher training and development is available for candidates with significant industry experience.
We reserve the right to call candidates to interview/withdraw this vacancy at any time if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible.
Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and is dedicated to pursuing non-discriminatory policies and practices and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis.
Unfortunately we are not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
Plumpton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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