Job Description

About the Role

The School of Travel, Food and Drink based at the Printworks Campus is looking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced teacher of Patisserie skills. The ideal candidate will have the necessary experience and skills to teach across all levels of this subject, with an emphasis on level 2 and 3 Patisserie, both full and part time. You will also have the opportunity to pioneer our new cake decorating course. The successful candidate will offer a learner focused approach to teaching, learning and assessment, which is key to this role alongside a passion for supporting student retention, achievement and progression. The courses we provide encompass a wide range of pathways for our learners beginning at Entry Level 3, up to Level 3 Extended Programmes of study and Apprenticeship options. The School of Travel, Food and Drink consists of a team of industry specialist teachers and support staff, who have the drive and passion to create an environment that motivates students to set extremely high standards for themselves, preparing them for the next stage in their learning journey, an apprenticeship or employment.


What You Will Do
Plan, prepare and develop schemes of work, session plans, teaching and learning resources, learning and assessment plans. Deliver and assess essential knowledge and understanding to learners. Create individual SMART learning targets linked to learner study programme/course. Be responsible for recording student progress. Maintain and update knowledge of the subject and/or vocational area. Maintain and update knowledge of educational research to develop evidence-based practice

About You
Ideally hold a L5 Teaching Qualification (e.g. Cert Ed, PGCE) or willingness to work towards during employment Relevant highest level vocational qualification or degree in teaching subject area. Previous teaching delivery in relevant subject areas (PGCE teaching placements/experience would also qualify here) which demonstrates active learning and differentiated teaching styles. You will be self-motivated and passionate about the learner journey in terms of planning and delivering differentiated and inspirational teaching, learning and assessment. You will incorporate your industry knowledge, skills and experience into your lessons to increase motivation and maintain engagement, attendance and retention. A willingness to support the existing team in terms of driving commercial income will also be an expectation of this role, alongside managing own assessment and taking an active part in the IQA and EQA quality process.

About Us

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally.


We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College's values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.


We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You'll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.


Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.

SAFEGUARDING

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group's values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity.


Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us please Click here to learn more about our EDI objectives.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We do not accept unsolicited CV's and applications from agencies and will not be liable for any fee in connection with a candidate that has been submitted speculatively through any agency that has not been expressly instructed for a particular vacancy as part of our Preferred Supplier List.


Benefits

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

Annual leave:

Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays

Curriculum support and business support: 37 days plus bank holidays

Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

People's Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities:

Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.

Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.

Employee wellbeing initiatives:

Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting:

Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities:

Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.