Job Description

Salary range:  £29,972  + £4082 LW p.a. inc. 

Contract:  Fixed term (6 months) 

Hours of work: 36 hours per week

Location: Stonebridge annexe and other locations from time to time

Lecturer- ESOL

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

The Post

We are seeking to appoint a 1 x full time (option to job share 2 x part time), ESOL lecturer as temporary cover for six months but with the possibility of a permanent appointment after that.  The role is largely a teaching role but with additional duties such as conducting initial assessments and materials and curriculum development

The Person

We are seeking a competent and experienced ESOL lecturer who is:

• Able to work independently

• Able to plan and deliver effective lessons at all levels from Pre Entry to Level 1

• Experienced in online teaching and using google classroom

• Able to maintain high attendance and achievement rates in their classes

• Familiar with quality frameworks including RaRPA, ILPs and Internal Verification

• Ideally able to conduct initial assessments and contribute to curriculum development

All our classes are for adult learners and we prepare students for both non accredited and accredited ESOL qualifications from Pre Entry to Level 1.

Ideally you must be a fully qualified teacher with either a PGCE or a Cert Ed and/or a CELTA (or equivalent). English and Maths certified at level 2 or above.

 Closing date: 27th January 2022 (23:50)

Additional Information 

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.

Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.

As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@brent.gov.uk

Please note CVs will not be considered as part of your application for this position.

Job Description 

About Us

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.

Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.

As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on  recruitment@brent.gov.uk .  Please note the information you provide will be treated fairly and confidentially.

Please note CVs will not be considered as part of your application for this position.