Geospatial Lecturer and Assessor
Job Description
To deliver outstanding teaching provision at the College to ensure that achievement and the student experience are exceptional. The post holder will be expected to design, deliver and assess high-quality teaching and learning to apprentices aligned with the TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Geospatial Surveying.
The post holder will ensure students are prepared for both on-programme assessment and End Point Assessment (EPA), including the development of portfolios of evidence and professional interviews.
Teaching and Learning
- To develop and implement teaching and learning strategies that ensure students are successful in achieving their Geospatial Surveying qualification.
- Deliver both classroom-based and practical field-based learning, including real-world simulations and work-based assessment.
- Support learners to develop competence in the use of surveying equipment.
- Guide learners in building a portfolio of evidence aligned to apprenticeship standards and EPA requirements.
- Assess students using a range of methods including Practical observation, portfolio of evidence, written assignments and reports, real work environment assessments
- To promote student centred learning, ensuring all students have access to differentiated learning materials.
- To embed stretch and challenge so all students reach their full potential.
- To identify and implement strategies to ensure that the student’s learning experience is of the highest standard and shows progress over time.
School of Digital Built Environment
- To be involved with the School of Digital Built Environment activities.
- To promote STEM across the College and at external events, maintaining and forging links with partner institutions, such as schools and universities.
- To provide enrichment and enhancement activities within the Digital Built Environment sector.
Pastoral
- To take an active role in the selection, induction and support of students.
- To promote and safeguard the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.
- To meet the individual needs of all students to ensure all have an equal chance of success.
Personal Development
- To undertake staff development and attend staff meetings, as required and requested.
- To accept flexible redeployment and reallocation of duties commensurate with the level of the post.
Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent vocational qualification in Civil Engineering, Geospatial, Surveying or related.
- Teaching and Assessor qualification or willingness to work towards.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Knowledge/Experience
- Strong occupational competence in geospatial surveying, GIS, or a related discipline.
- Knowledge of traditional surveying techniques, mathematical and geodetic principles, and professional industry standards.
- Experience of effective team working and effective relationships between staff and students.
- Ability to develop supportive working relationships with parents and other key stakeholders.
- Knowledge of curriculum and assessment issues at level 3.
- Understanding of curriculum developments and national initiatives.
- Knowledge of current awarding body practices is preferable.
- Knowledge of safeguarding issues.
- Knowledge of equality and diversity issues.
Skills/Attributes
- Ability to successfully deliver practical and technical skills in surveying equipment and geospatial technologies.
- Ability to assess learner performance in both academic and workplace contexts.
- Interest and willingness to participate in training or upskilling opportunities.
- Ability to manage and resolve a range of situations in the best interests of the students.
- Ability to contribute to the whole college experience.
- Effective communicator.
- Flexible approach.
- Logical approach to problem solving.
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to work flexible hours is desirable.
Post Information
- Reports to Head of Engineering & Digital Built Environment.
- Salary – £32,769 – £48,084
- The post holder will undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with regulatory, legislative and college procedural requirements.
Please email HR@riversidecollege.ac.uk for a job application.