Ophthalmics Lecturer

Bradford College are currently recruiting for a dedicated Ophthalmics Lecturer who can lead, inspire, and empower our students. 

Using your passion for the subject you will lead, teach and assist in the development of courses that fall within the Ophthalmics programme and utilise a range of teaching, learning and assessment strategies to allow all learners to achieve their potential.

Responsibilities include:

*      Teaching on courses specified by the Head of Department/Head of School. 

*      Motivating and building self-esteem and self-worth/self-belief, developing a ‘can do ‘attitude with students.

*      Communicating effectively with employers and stakeholders at appropriate times, conveying relevant information about attainment, objectives and progress.

*      Participation in open events, professional body/regulatory body and stakeholder meetings as appropriate.

*      Participating actively in the development of curriculum; and where appropriate in cross College curriculum development.

*      Participating actively in the enrolment, induction, monitoring, profiling and initial assessment of students or trainees.

*      Devising individual learning plans and provide support for learners in line with the requirements of the course.

*      Devising Plans of Learning for the taught curriculum.

*      Be responsible for the supervision and management of students on placements and offsite visits and activities where appropriate.

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

*      Educated to Degree or appropriate professional standard.

*      A recognised teaching qualification, working towards one or the commitment to complete one within a specified time period.

*      A professional registered with the General Optical Council (GoC)

*      Evidence of continuous professional development and the ability to reflect on teaching practice and personal performance

*      GCSE A*- C or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in Maths or equivalent. (e.g. CSE 1, O Level A – C) or prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale.

*      GCSE A*- C or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in English or equivalent. (e.g. CSE 1, O Level A – C) or prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale

Experience

*      Academic, professional 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.

*      Excellent organisational and administrative skills.

*      Excellent subject knowledge.

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.

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.

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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.