About Us
Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales, with a strong reputation for high-quality teaching and learning. The College operates across six campuses in Swansea, supporting over 4,500 full-time and 10,000 part-time learners. With an annual turnover of more than £50 million, Gower College Swansea is a major employer in the region, employing over 1,000 staff.
The College also offers an award-winning staff wellbeing provision, reflecting its commitment to investing in staff and ensuring they feel supported.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed, highly motivated individual to join our successful Independent Living Skills (ILS) Learning Area.
Further information
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.
Welsh Language
To apply in Welsh, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh applications as we recognise the importance of delivering bilingual services and expanding our bilingual workforce. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Safeguarding
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to thorough pre-employment checks, including:
Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales, with a strong reputation for high-quality teaching and learning. The College operates across six campuses in Swansea, supporting over 4,500 full-time and 10,000 part-time learners. With an annual turnover of more than £50 million, Gower College Swansea is a major employer in the region, employing over 1,000 staff.
The College also offers an award-winning staff wellbeing provision, reflecting its commitment to investing in staff and ensuring they feel supported.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed, highly motivated individual to join our successful Independent Living Skills (ILS) Learning Area.
- Part time 0.8 (29.6 hours/week)
- Permanent
- £21,108 - £41,544 per annum
- Tycoch campus
- Plan, prepare, and teach across a range of courses ensuring schemes/records of work, assignment schedules, are appropriate to the syllabus content and awarding body standards.
- Ensure teaching and learning strategies and teaching materials are planned as well as accessible to meet the varied needs of all learners, and that Welsh Government initiatives e.g. ESDGC; Welsh Ethos; ES; Employability are embedded and assessed effectively.
- Adopt and use digital tools/solutions for delivery and assessment on line in accordance with prescribed College endorsed platforms.
- Assess and monitor learner progress, including the setting of targets, maintaining records of work and achievement in line with internal and external schedules/ criteria and college targets.
- You will have at least 2 years experience of teaching learners with significant ALN.
- You will be qualified to degree level or equivalent level 4 qualification with experience of working in a relevant role. You will possess/or be prepared to work towards a recognised teaching qualification.
- Proven track record of achieving excellent attendance and punctuality, providing a strong role model for learners.
- Ability to support and nurture diverse learning groups with the aim of meeting desired outcomes.
- 46 days (pro rata) annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
- A Teacher's Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 23.68% (2023)
- 2 staff well-being days
- Discounted study opportunities on College programmes
- View more benefits here: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/staff-benefits-wellbeing
Further information
- This vacancy may close early due to high application numbers. Early applications are recommended.
- The Full-Time Equivalent Salary for this post is £26,386 - £51,931 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience).
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.
Welsh Language
To apply in Welsh, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh applications as we recognise the importance of delivering bilingual services and expanding our bilingual workforce. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Safeguarding
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to thorough pre-employment checks, including:
- Enhanced DBS check, including the Children's Barred List (£49.50)
- Registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales, where necessary (£15 - £45 depending on role).