*JOB TITLE:* Teacher 12 Month FTC

*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.