Course Leader (Tutor) - Construction Professional Studies

Description

Course Leader - Construction Professional Studies

Full time: 37 hours per week, permanent

Location: Stephen Burke Construction Academy, Swadlincote

Salary: Up to £34,948 pro rata

PLUS £4,500 ‘Golden Hello’ staged over 3 years

PLUS Bursary up to £1,800 per year (qualification level dependent)

PLUS, up to £5,000 professional development bursary for formal education and training qualifications including:

Level 3-5 Education & Teaching

Level 3 TAQA Assessor Qualification

Level 4 TAQA Internal Quality Assurance Qualification

Who are we looking for?

Burton and South Derbyshire College is seeking an inspiring and experienced Course Leader for Construction Professional Studies to lead and develop our Construction Higher Technical Qualifications programmes at L4. This is a unique opportunity to join the Stephen Burke Construction Academy, which has cutting-edge facilities and substantial investment in new technologies, set within a supportive environment that values collaboration and partnerships. These include strong links with leading industry partners, such as, an exceptional long-standing partnership with St. Modwen, including generous bursary support for staff and a Golden Hello. ?

For industry professionals looking to move into teaching in further education there is also the opportunity to apply for government grant scheme with payments of up to £6,000 per annum while studying teacher training programmes.

About the role:

As Course Leader, you will lead the delivery, coordination, and ongoing development of the HNC Construction Management course, ensuring students gain the technical and professional skills needed in the modern construction industry.

You will also teach modules and provide academic leadership. A friendly, effective communicator, you’ll be committed to delivering an excellent student experience and drawing on your industry experience to enrich your teaching.

The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge of Construction and be confident teaching undergraduate students at Levels 4. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to develop their academic career in a small and friendly environment, whilst utilising their vocational skills background to enrich the student experience.?

The successful candidate will have industry experience and a proven record in inspirational teaching at HE level and have a demonstrable commitment to teaching and learning excellence.

You will be based at The Stephen Burke Construction Academy, which is responsible for a range of programmes including the Higher Nationals (HTQs), and professional qualifications. The main teaching areas would be for example:

HNC Architectural Technology (Higher Technical Qualification) | Level 4

HNC Civil Engineering | Level 4 HNC/D Quantity Surveying (Pearson HTQ)

HNC Construction Management (Higher Technical Qualification) | Level 4?

If you feel you have the skills, motivation and understanding for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants should be qualified to, or willing to work towards, Level 2 English and Maths. Evidence of qualifications is required.

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Why come and work for us?

Burton and South Derbyshire College is an Ofsted outstanding College. We value our employees and have a number of additional benefits to offer the successful applicant:

Generous pension schemes for academic and support staff

Generous holiday plans

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working policies

Competitive maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Excellent staff training programme, including two staff development days per year

On-site nursery with Good Ofsted rating

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free annual eye tests

Access to our onsite gym

Staff discounts at our fine dining restaurant, The Mulberry, our Mulberry Bistro and Innovations Hair and Beauty salon

Reward and recognition through our Employee of the Month schemeBurton and South Derbyshire College are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture and you should share those values. We would welcome applications from all candidates, including under-represented groups in respect of age, disability, sex, gender or gender identity, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or transgender status which would reflect our diverse community.

The College is registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service and the successful applicants for this post will be required to apply for the Disclosure at the enhanced level. In addition, internet searches will be undertaken in accordance with the KCSIE guidance. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to a sustainability agenda and are working hard towards achieving a net zero environmental impact. We aim to embed this in our culture with our staff, learners, visitors and suppliers all expected to show dedication towards reducing our carbon footprint.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Friday 5th September 2025. Please see our “Work For Us” page on the College website for more information on how to complete the application. Please note late applications are not acceptable

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