Pharmacy Professional Development Tutor (Remote Only)

Due to the continued success of the course and expansion of the Health Science, Meditech and Technology department Bradford College has an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Professional to join the team as a Professional Development Tutor. 

Supporting The Head of School for Pharmacy and The Pharmacy Professional Development Lead you will be integral in the delivery of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses within the area. 

We are seeking to appoint a highly experienced Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacist with a commitment to the professional development of Pharmacy Technicians. 

You will be adept at delivering results in a college or workplace environment as well as highly motivated, able to work on your own initiative and solution oriented. You will be capable of managing a high workload and be able to prioritise effectively in order to ensure all deadlines are met. 

Please note that interviews for this role will take place on Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th of January.

Responsibilities include:

• To undertake teaching and assessing/verification duties at a level agreed with the Professional Development Lead. 
• To work with the Pharmacy Professional Development Lead to maximise student enrolment. 
• Ensure overall outstanding quality of teaching/assessing/verifying, learning and assessment across the courses. 
• To work alongside the Pharmacy Professional Development team to ensure that retention, progress, attainment and destinations targets are met. 
• To take part within the curriculum area the guidance, selection, admission and progression of students and deal with matters relating to their performance, achievement, conduct and discipline. 
• To work alongside the Pharmacy Professional Development Lead to liaise with validating bodies, awarding bodies, exam boards and professional bodies to ensure compliance with curriculum quality requirements. 
• To co-ordinate and be responsible for the effective administration of assessment, internal and external verification for the CPD courses. 

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

• GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test before 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 before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
• Registered Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician 
• Level 4 qualification in relevant subject area or extensive clinical knowledge and experience. 
• A relevant teaching qualification or working towards this qualification or if appointed to achieve within an agreed timescale.  

Experience

• Current knowledge and relevant occupational experience in the assessment area. 
• Previous experience of teaching/training in a pharmacy environment 
• Capable of working with candidates with a wide range of abilities. 
• Experience of working successfully with a range of employers and other stakeholders 
• Ability to engage and motivate candidates 
• To maintain comprehensive CPD and revalidation records 

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.

We aim 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.

*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. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

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.