Job Description

Salary

26,540 to 41,674 per annum, depending of experience

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full Time - All Year

Region

Full Time

Package

On Site Gym
Parking
LG Pension Scheme
Staff Discounts
Cycle to work
Car Scheme

Job category/type

Lecturer

Date posted

19/11/2025

Job reference

REQ001746

JOB DESCRIPTION & PERSON SPECIFICATION

Job Title:

Lecturer: Electrical

Job Ref No:

REQ001746

Hours per week:

Full-time 37 hours per week (792 annual teaching hours)

T&Cs:

Teaching, Permanent

Scale:

MGL 1 - 8

Salary:

26,540 to 41,674 per annum, depending on experience

Location:

Longbridge campus or Bordesley Green campus Postholders can be required to work at any College Centre

DBS Check required

Enhanced DBS check/certificate required

Responsible to:

Head of School - Electrical

Closing Date:

28th December 2025

Interview Date:

10th December 2025

Aims of Job/Job Purpose

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The role of a Main Grade Lecturer (MGL) at South & City College Birmingham is to support the College's aims, objectives and mission statement to provide quality education and training in response to local need.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

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Required to teach on range of Electrical Programmes, both theory and practical, including the C&G 7202 Level 1, C&G 2365/8202 Level's 2&3, Apprenticeship Standard C&G (5357) and also full cost recovery industry related (2391 Inspection and Testing and18th Edition Wiring Regulations. Responsible for planning and managing learning programmes (which will include curriculum development and regular review meetings) Responsible for the management and tracking of the student learning programme to include administering all paperwork related to tutor courses and groups, tracking documents monitoring targets, achieving and maintaining group size targets and arranging additional support where required. Act as a course leader providing learners with academic support, meeting their vocational and educational needs. Carry out the required assessment which will include initial advice and guidance, initial assessment, referral for additional support, assign homework and provide timely feedback on the learning experience. Ensure timely and accurate completion of student and course registers and ensure poor student attendance is addressed and targets set when required. Liaise with parents/guardians, schools and other organisations with regards to attendance and achievements, where applicable. Responsible for ensuring student progress records are completed in a timely manner which will include monitoring of targets, Individual Learning Plans and e Tracker to provide course progression, advice and guidance. Classroom management including monitoring attendance, punctuality and student behavior. Be responsible for completing and maintaining appropriate internal and external quality standards (for example Internal Verification and External Verification). Be compliant with equality in teaching and learning. Contribute towards enrichment programmes, work placements and educational visits to enhance the learning experience. Comply with the Quality Assurance procedures of the College which includes lesson observations. Ensure "In Attendance" time is carried out to meet the needs of the students' and divisional priorities. To carry out student assessments using a range of techniques and tools determined by the college. Provide pastoral care and student support in conjunction with Student Services. Work with the Quality team and curriculum Division to monitor, evaluate and improve the effectiveness of learning, including the use of lesson and peer observations. Support students to improve their study skills and exam techniques. Be available to cover for colleagues in line with contractual arrangements and, where agreed, provide support and guidance as a mentor to new staff. Staff are personal tutors to groups and are responsible for completing ILPs, monitoring student progress, delivering tutorial programmes, liaising with parents, carers and employers (where applicable), monitoring attendance and punctuality, providing pastoral care , assisting in UCAS application and references and support the election of course student reps. Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as directed and required, that is commensurate with the grade of the post and prescribed in the MGL contract of employment.

It is the responsibility of all MGLs;

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to contribute to the college achieving its strategic aims.

to carry out duties regarding the writing and submitting of sub-divisional SAR's.

to understand and apply the college's relevant policies, procedures and practices.

Carry out duties regarding recruitment, enrolment, admissions, open days and any other promotional/marketing events in line with the contract and guidelines.

to meet the professional requirements by working within a professional value base and conforming to agreed codes of professional practice and conduct.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

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Comply with college policies and procedures and health and safety regulations.

Support the safeguarding and promotion of students' welfare.

Maintain confidentiality in relation to all college information and to comply with Data Protection Legislation.

Participate in the college's Appraisal Scheme and undertake any Continuous Professional Development training, self directed/directed, to develop innovative teaching and learning techniques and strategies.

The for this role has been attached, please refer to this for a more detailed information of this role

About South and City College Birmingham's

We are one of the largest further education providers in the UK, with eight campuses across the city. We are committed to ensuring students have the relevant skills, qualifications and experience for their future, whether that is to seek employment or continue their education.

Our vision is to be recognised as an outstanding educational and economical resource by, providing outstanding education, training that is primarily vocational in response to the needs of the learners, employers and other key stakeholders.

At South and City College Birmingham, equality, diversity and inclusion are integral to who we are and what we do. We are firmly committed to promoting and imbedding the key principles for all within our institution, from our learners to our staff, governors, employers, visitors and contractors.

For further details about the role and how to apply:

Specified in the , please contact the People Services team by email to peopleservices@sccb.ac.uk

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks. including, enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.

All applicants will be required to provide a minimum of two suitable references covering a 5-year period.

An online search will also be carried out as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are employers cannot take them into account.

Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of learners.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role

This job description is intended as a guide to the main responsibilities and duties of the post and is in no way intended to restrict any individual in the performance of other duties within the general nature of the post as required by the College. The job description will be reviewed and updated periodically in the context of organisational and developmental changes, in consultation with the post holder.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Characteristic Essential Desirable Evidence

Certificate in Education, PGCE, DTLLS, PTLLS or equivalent (

or working towards / willingness to work towards qualification)

Application Form


Have Level 3 or Advanced Craft Certificate in the relevant trade area (If applicable) or 5 years relevant industry experience


Application Form


Have experience of teaching up to and including Level 3


Application Form


Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and demonstrable presentation skills


Application Form/Interview


Demonstrable teaching skills and experience


Application/Interview/

Assessment


Experience of working successfully as part of a team


Application Form/Interview


Be registered with the relevant professional body applicable to the role


Application Form/Interview


Demonstrable numeracy and literacy skills (to level 2 or equivalent)


Application Form/Interview


Demonstrable experience of using ILT in teaching


Application Form/Interview


Demonstrable understanding of learning theory and differentiation


Application Form/Interview


Demonstrable record of achievement against aims, objectives and targets


Application Form/Interview


Demonstrable record of working flexibly and using own initiative


Application Form/Interview


Demonstrable administrative and organisational skills


Application Form/Interview


Good IT skills to include Microsoft Office packages


Application Form/Interview


TAQA Assessor and IQA


Application Form/Interview

The College is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and celebrate success together. We offer a range of inclusive employment policies, staff engagement forums (EDI Champions) and support services for all staff.

It is an offence for anyone who is barred by the ISA from working with children and or vulnerable adults to apply for this position. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.