Are you passionate about cultural creativity and eager to inspire the next generation of creative entrepreneurs? We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to join our team as a part-time lecturer of Cultural Creative Enterprise at level 4.
You will work to support a new 18-month Young Creatives scheme – supported by a £250,00 grant from the Bradford-based Harry & Mary Foundation, which focuses on improving education and Wellbeing of under-25’s-is offering 10 young people the opportunity to work in Bradford 2025’s Production and Engagement departments. Paid at the Living Wage Foundation rate, these young people will have the unique opportunity to work behind the scenes on Creative Programming and event planning for Bradford 2025.
Young Creatives will be delivered in partnership with the Bradford School of Art enabling the cohort to gain vital on the job experience while working towards a UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Creative Enterprise. If you feel that you are the person to support our 10 learners on this unique journey at such an exciting time for the city of Bradford, then we want to hear from you!
For more information about our Youth Creatives Programme, please click here.
This is a part-time role working 14 hours per week.
Responsibilities include:
Develop and deliver engaging curriculum for 10 brand new apprenticeship in collaboration with Bradford 2025.
Provide mentorship and support to apprentices in cultivating their creative skills and entrepreneurial mindset.
Foster a collaborative and innovative learning environment that encourages creativity and critical thinking.
Evaluate and assess apprentices’ progress and provide constructive feedback for their growth and development.
To act as academic and pastoral tutor to assigned students.
To implement and promote College regulations, policies and procedures.
To participate in relevant Course Committee activities.
To participate actively in the maintenance and promotion of close links with employers and training agencies.
To participate in College Open Days; career events and promotional events both on and off College premises.
To provide appropriate information to parents/employers through College reporting systems and open evenings.
For the full job description and person specification, please click here
The Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.
Education & Training
Degree or equivalent in an Arts or Creative Industries-based subject area.
A relevant teaching qualification or working towards this qualification.
GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test prior to the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test prior to the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
Experience
Academic, industrial or commercial experience in an area relevant to the programmes.
Ability to utilise Information Technology and Information, Learning and Technology both within learning and for administrative purposes.
Good organisational and administrative skills.
Experience in Good teaching/training.
Experience of student pastoral care and disciplinary procedures
Experience of course leadership responsibilities.
For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.
Bradford College
At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.
Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.
Our aim is to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.
Benefits of working at Bradford College:
Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 44 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
Teachers’ Pension scheme, with a generous 23% employer contribution
Annual salary reviews
Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
Free sports and gym facilities
Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
A host of training development opportunities
Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.
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*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.
Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that social media checks will also be undertaken during the recruitment process.
Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.