Course Tutor – Travel & Tourism (Programme Leader job share role available to suitable candidates)
Permanent
Up to Pt 9 of SFCA Teaching Pay Spine - currently £49,725 pro rata per annum
(Pro rata Responsibility Allowance of up to £1199 for additional PL role)
0.4 – 0.6 FTE – 14 - 21 periods per week (dependent on student numbers)
To start 1st September 2025
Varndean College is a thriving and successful sixth form college with an excellent reputation for high outcomes, providing an inspirational student experience and adding value to all of our community. Based in the city of Brighton and Hove we transform lives through exceptional education. We are proud of our dynamic culture, inclusivity and reputation as trailblazers.
We have extremely high standards for all our students and aim to develop their knowledge, skills and experience in a stimulating and varied learning environment. We look to exploit diverse strategies of teaching, learning, motivation and tracking so that all students are able to access the understanding and knowledge needed to prepare them effectively for examination and beyond.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, suitably qualified and innovative teacher to join a well-resourced and highly successful team. We are seeking a teacher with good knowledge of the travel industry alongside sound general teaching skills and experience. You will be joining a professional community of like-minded exceptional and reflective practitioners. The Travel & Tourism department currently delivers the BTEC Extended Certificate qualification to approximately 85 students.
To be successful, you will have a relevant degree and a recognised teaching qualification. The ability to contribute to A-level or vocational Business Studies would be an advantage. Applications from NQTs and experienced teachers from Sixth Form Colleges, FE Colleges and Schools are welcome.
The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to have an enhanced DBS check. We value the diversity of our staff and students and we particularly welcome applicants from under-represented backgrounds.
We can offer:
● A supportive, communicative and consultative working environment.
● A commitment to the on-going professional development of our staff.
● The opportunity to join our Corporate Memberships to Freedom Leisure or the Brighton Gym, use of the College Fitness Suite and a Cycle to Work Scheme.
● A salary sacrifice Techscheme.
● The use of an Employee Assistance programme offering unlimited 24/7 support on a range of topics, issues and matters.
● Discounts on Adult Education Courses run by the College.
● Annual health screenings, flu shots and free eye tests, and free exercise/well-being classes.
● Access to Staff Welfare services on a referral basis.
● Free use of College Library resources.
● Regular staff social events throughout the year.
To Apply:
For further information please see the candidate information pack. Completed applications must be received by the closing date below. Please apply by clicking on ‘Quick Apply’. We cannot accept CVs unless accompanied by a completed application form.
Closing date: Wednesday 30th April 2025
Interview date: w/b 8th May 2025