Lecturer of Physics at HSDC

Lecturer of Physics

Grade 5 Spine Point 19 £32,510.78 - Grade 5 Spine Point 26 £42,483.46 FTE (dependent on experience)

 This is a permanent, part time vacancy that will close in 7 days

HSDC is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring Lecturer of Physics to deliver the year 1 and year 2 A Level programme.

This role is focused on supporting our learners to achieve outstanding outcomes within Physics. The successful candidate will deliver engaging and high-quality teaching, assessment, and academic support, fostering a culture of high expectations and student success.

You will work collaboratively within a committed teaching team, contributing to curriculum development, quality improvement, and the ongoing success of A Level Physics.

The successful candidate will ideally hold a relevant degree or equivalent qualification, alongside a recognised teaching qualification such as a PGCE or Cert Ed. Qualifications in Assessing and Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) are also desirable. However, all staff at HSDC can enrol on our Level 3 Education and Training Award to become competent in classroom, if they have enough relevant industry experience.

We are also able to support staff through the Level 3 Assessors Award and Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance Award.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering high-quality teaching, learning and assessment to ensure excellent student outcomes, retention and progression
• Delivering scheduled teaching, tutorials, and assessments
• Monitoring and tracking student progress using College systems
• Preparing schemes of work, lesson plans, and maintaining accurate records
• Setting, marking and moderating coursework and internal assessments
• Providing effective academic and pastoral support to students
• Participating in student reviews, interviews, and reference writing
• Contributing to quality improvement, course evaluation, and assessment review processes
• Attending team meetings and sharing best practice with colleagues

Requirements

You will need:

Essential

• Degree in Physics or a closely related subject
• Strong subject knowledge in Physics
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality teaching leading to strong student outcomes
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to provide effective academic and pastoral support to adult learners
• Confident use of IT to enhance teaching and learning
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality and diversity

Desirable

• Teaching qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed or equivalent)
• Experience teaching Access to HE or Level 3 learners
• Experience delivering independent/research project units
• Ability to teach A Level Physics or similar Level 3 courses

Benefits

In return, you will receive:

• Invest in Your Growth: Access a wide range of training, in-house coaching, workshops, and funding for qualifications. Opportunities for funded research, with potential international travel.
• Teaching Excellence Support: Fully funded Level 3 Award in Education & Training for new teachers. Certificate in Education or PGCE options with financial support and reduced teaching hours for experienced teachers.
• Generous Pension Plans: Benefit from either the Local Government Pension Scheme or Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Ample Time Off: Enjoy a generous annual leave package to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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