Lecturer in Science (Biology)

Here at Bournemouth and Poole College, we are looking to recruit a new Lecturer in Biology on a full-time basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £27,545 to £38,056 per annum.

At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transform lives. We recognise and value our people as our most important asset in achieving each of the strategic outcomes within our College’s Strategic Plan. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. We value inclusion and we are committed to the promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring we have a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce who are empowered and engaged. This makes our College a unique, vibrant and rewarding place to work.

The Lecturer in Science – Biology Role

As a Lecturer in Science – Biology, you will deliver high quality and effective teaching, learning and assessment to Science, Access & Health students at Bournemouth and Poole College within the Science, Health & Humanities curriculum area.

The Science Study Programmes are OCR Level 2 to BTEC Level 3 in Applied Science, and adults follow the Access to HE Science & Health Professions pathways, as well the HNC in Applied Science. The postholder will need to teach Science, Biology & Medical science.   The post holder may also act as a personal tutor to students.

Responsibilities as our Lecturer in Science – Biology will include: 

Contributing to the development and delivery of a range of educational programmes including identifying learning objectives; determining, designing and producing study material; planning course/study programme delivery.
Contributing to high quality learning experiences using a variety of teaching and learning methods.
Ensuring that teaching is based on current best available practice and is consistent with a high standard of practice.
Providing academic and pastoral support to students in accordance with agreed procedures.
Managing student issues within agreed protocols.
Creating learner portfolios to agreed target standards and ensure they are submitted on time.
Demonstrating efficient and effective operation of the teaching and assessment process in line with College policy relating to quality and the requirements of the awarding body representatives
Managing and maintaining learner folders in line with audit requirements.
* The above list of duties is not exhaustive and is subject to change. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties within the scope and grading of the post.

As our Lecturer in Science – Biology, you’ll ideally have: 

Teaching Qualification. All candidates for teaching posts must possess a recognised Teaching Qualification, or be prepared to gain this Qualification within the first two years of service, with the assistance of the College.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of a Level 2 Qualification in English and Mathematics, or be willing to undertake the Qualification whilst in post, within two years.
Degree in Science / Biology or related subject, and/or Professional Qualification, which is appropriate for the role.
Experience of facilitating learning for students in Further or Higher Education or an appropriate workplace setting, for example Hospital, Laboratory, Research Facility
Expectation to take part in open events, parents/carers events, employer events, and
careers events that take place in the evenings or at weekends. 
Benefits you will receive: 

As a member of the teaching team at Bournemouth & Poole College you can expect to receive a market rate salary and excellent benefits including:

39.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays
up to 4 days leave during the Christmas closure period
Free parking at all of our college sites (where spaces are available)
Access to Discount Schemes at multiple retailers
Enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Excellent support and career development with the help of our Teaching and Learning Coaches and Quality department 
If you feel you are the right candidate for this Lecturer in Science – Biology role, then please click ‘apply’ now!

Closing date: 13 June 2024.

We reserve the right to close this post early if there is a high level of applicants.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.