Teacher 12 Month FTC (Horticulture, Sports & Health Lifestyle & Employability)
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*LOCATION:* Petty Pool Vocational College, Pool Lane, Sandiway, Cheshire, CW8 2DR
*REPORTS TO: *Vice Principal
*SALARY: *£26,976.89 - £35,514.40
*HOURS:* 35 hours per week -Monday – Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm. Term Time only
*DBS: *Enhanced check required
*Closing date: Monday 5th January 2026*
*We’re excited to be recruiting for our next Teacher!*
We’re looking for someone who specialises in one of the following areas: *Horticulture, Sport & Health Lifestyle, or Employability.*
*Petty Pool Trust is officially World Class to work for in 2024 by Best Companies. *
*Our values:*
* Ambitious – Striving for excellence in everything we do
* Brave – Fearless in our boldness
* Creative – exploring innovation and embracing change
* Collaborative – feeling valued and adding value
*Summary *
Responsible for the efficient and effective running of your department, you will plan, deliver and assess learners with High Needs on 16-19 Study Programmes. This will include the design & production of appropriate learning and assessment materials and the practical delivery of sessions for accredited qualifications ranging from pre-entry to Level 1, depending on course / cohort.
The role will also include the pastoral care of learners on your course.
*Responsibilities*
* Initial, diagnostic, baseline and ongoing assessments in vocational area and also functional skills using BKSB
* To set appropriate SMART targets via the Individual Learning Plans (ILP)
* To carry out regular reviews; record, track, monitor and report on learner progress and complete evaluations
* To produce detailed Schemes for Learning for the curriculum pathway
* To prepare appropriate learning and assessment materials
* To deliver high quality lessons
* To identify opportunities for learners to demonstrate competence and collect evidence
* To identify valid and sufficient evidence and sources of evidence to meet national standards
* To deliver training & education to prescribed standards, meeting the requirements of funding bodies
* To teach in a variety of styles
* To individualise personalise learning for all
* To manage Learner Mentors effectively to maximise learning, providing them with clear instructions
* To plan Internal Work Experience and provide Learner Mentors with guidance to support learners.
* To accurately assess and record students additional support requirements, building on EHC plans
* To report and log student incidents allowing a comprehensive case of additional support to be compiled
* To comply with Safeguarding and Prevent policy and procedures at all times, ensuring the safety of all learners
* To provide a positive role model for all students and act as a Personal Tutor providing pastoral care and support
* To deliver group tutorial sessions, 1:1 tutorial discussions and monitor target setting and progress
* To develop learner’s skills for work and life to meet individual personal, social & wellbeing needs
* To plan & deliver an Enrichment programme of activities to enhance the learner experience of college life
* To motivate, advise and support students at all times
* To work as part of a team sharing ideas and experiences
* To promote and maintain a stimulating, progressive classroom environment Responsibilities
* To demonstrate consistent confidentiality in all matters concerning students
* To take responsibility for students when taking part in off-site activities
* To take responsibility for students whilst transporting them in Petty Pool Trust vehicles
* To take responsibility for maintaining Health & Safety on and off site, undertaking relevant risk assessment activity
* To organise and facilitate suitable vocational work placements for learners on the course to be accessed on a rota basis
* To utilise existing links to enhance the course and develop new community projects through partnership opportunities
* To be proactive in cultivating new links with industry and organisations active in the vocational area
* To participate in college observation systems in order to quality assure Teaching, Learning and Assessment
* To take part in training and CPD opportunities and required by the college
* To take part in residential holidays as required by the college
* To support the ethos of the college and promote equality and diversity
* To be flexible and easily able to adapt to changes in duties, routine and circumstances
* To accept the daily fluctuations within the organisation and support requirements of learners
*Person Specification *
*Qualifications and Experience *
_Essential _
* English and Maths GCSE or equivalent at grade C or above
* Hold a higher-level qualification in specific
* Vocational Area Hold or be working towards a PGCE / Cert.Ed. qualification
* OR Hold or be working towards PTLLS / CTLLS / DTLLS qualification
_Desirable _
* Knowledge of digital editing packages such as Adobe Express, Canva, Photoshop etc
* Knowledge of using iPads and Apps such as IMovie, Green Screen and Podcasts
* Educated to Degree level or above Experience of people with learning disabilities
* Experience of working within Further Education Experience of teaching Functional Skills
* Hold or be working towards ECDL or equivalent IT qualification
* Hold or be working towards a Basic First Aid Certificate
* Hold or be working towards qualifications in Safeguarding and Prevent
*Knowledge and Skills*
_Essential _
* Previous experience of delivering accredited learning
* Excellent organisational skills Excellent ICT skills
* Ability to meet legal requirements & understanding of Health & safety legislation
* Ability to multi task and plan ahead
* Ability to work within financial budgetary controls
* Ability to give effective feedback Awareness of group dynamics
* Full clean drivers licence (Manual Car)
* Previous experience of working with people with learning disabilities
_Desirable _
* Experience of planning programmes for learners between pre-entry & level 1
* Experience of providing pastoral care through the personal tutor role
* Understanding of Initial, Diagnostic and Baseline Assessments
* Previous experience of BKSB Functional Skills package
* Understanding of target setting and monitoring of progress
* Experience of contextualising
* Functional skills into a range of skill areas (Vocational & ILS)
* Experience & understanding of college systems
* Knowledge of recent developments / legislation in FE
* Knowledge of additional support requirements / High needs learners
*Staff Benefits:*
* Working 41 weeks per year (term time) 11 weeks holiday
* On-site parking
* Company Sick pay (after passing probationary period)
* Employee Assistant Programme
* Free meals when commuting by car sharing, walking, or cycling
* Bike rack
* Eye care vouchers
* Company pension
* Smart casual dress
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £26,976.89-£35,514.
- Location:
- Northwich
- Job Type:
- FullTime
