Plastering Lecturer

Plastering Lecturer

Application Deadline: 31 May 2026

Department: Sustainable Construction & Building Services

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Liverpool

Reporting To: Head of School

Compensation: £34,789 - £48,394 / year

Description

Job Title: Plastering Lecturer

Department: Sustainable Construction & Building Services

Salary: £34,789 to £48,394 per annum Job Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), Permanent

The City of Liverpool College are seeking a Plastering Lecture to contribute to achieving excellence in teaching and learning through innovative and excellent practice. You will be expected to create effective and stimulating learning opportunities for all students through high quality teaching, learning and assessment.

You will deliver teaching and learning on all levels, from Level 2 through to L6 and evening programmes, and offer current and relevant industry/practitioner skills.

You will be able to teach a range of professional construction units. You will possess theory, practical and assessing skills and be able to promote innovative work and the development of the professional construction curriculum.

You will create effective and stimulating opportunities for all students through high quality teaching, learning and assessment that enables progression and development.

Responsible to: Head of School

Key Responsibilities

1. To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life
2. To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review
3. To be aware of national developments in subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis
4. To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons in order to achieve effective management of the learning process
5. Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy
6. Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued
7. Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes
8. To set and mark work in accordance with College and School Assessment policies, to record work carried out and assessment of same
9. To track all students' progress and attendance in accordance with agreed College systems and policies
10. To provide a balance of appropriate teaching styles and learning experiences
11. To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play an appropriate part in their implementation
12. Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome barriers
13. To liaise with Head of School in contributing to the design of programmes and teaching approaches which will enable curriculum areas to achieve high standards and value added
14. To liaise with Head of School and curriculum teams in contributing to the administration necessary to support the teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area
15. To work with colleagues with relevant expertise to identify and address additional student English and Maths skills development in subject area
16. To work with colleagues with relevant expertise to identify and address additional student English and Maths skills development in subject area
17. To review own professional development needs and to participate fully in future training and development
18. To communicate and consult with parents, carers and students including Parent's Evening, Welcome Evenings, Open Evenings and other college events
19. To ensure that all students in the subject area comply with College's policies and procedures
20. To provide enrichment opportunities that are exciting, motivating and enhance the student experience

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Criteria:

1. Professional qualification relevant to the subject area.
2. Relevant vocational industry experience in plastering
3. Recent experience of teaching and assessing on plastering courses
4. A recognised teaching qualification or willingness to complete
5. Knowledge and understanding of the plastering provision.
6. Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in plastering
7. Excellent computer literacy
8. Engaged in Continuing Professional Development
9. Minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy or willingness to complete
10. High level of communication and interpersonal skills
11. Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves

Desirable Criteria:

1. A Quality Assurance qualification
2. Experience of resource-based learning
3. An ICT qualification
4. Membership of a relevant professional body
5. Experience of assessing students' needs and planning curriculum for their benefit including Technology Enhanced Learning
6. Good understanding of curriculum development to meet the training needs of employers
7. Good understanding of quality assurance and improvement processes

Benefits

As a valued member of our College community, you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.

Generous holiday allowance

50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays, plus an annual wellbeing day

Flexible Working

We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work-life balance.

Pension Scheme

You'll be part of the Teachers' Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions of up to 24%-one of the best pension packages in the sector.

Professional Development

We're passionate about helping you thrive, offering a mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities-designed to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and accelerate your career.

Sport & Fitness Suite

Our excellent sports and fitness facilities can be used free of charge by staff, and you'll have access to our Cycle to Work scheme.

Health and Wellbeing

You'll have access to our Employee Assistance programme and to free, independent and confidential 24-hour counselling service. You'll also be entitled to a free eye test through our voucher scheme with Specsavers. It covers a full eye exam (worth up to £25) and even includes £45 towards a pair of glasses. We also offer free flu vaccinations to help keep you feeling your best all year round. As a member of College staff, you'll be able to access a range of discounted hair and beauty treatments at our Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons.

Travel

We've partnered with Arriva to bring you great savings on bus travel. Plus, we offer interest free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail. That means you can enjoy the savings of up to two months' free travel-without having to cover the full cost upfront. It's all about making your commute more affordable and less stressful.

Employee Benefits Platform

As part of our team, you'll get access to the COLC employee benefits platform-packed with discounts, deals, and rewards on everything from everyday essentials to luxury treats. You can also access a range of discounted hair and beauty treatments at our Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons.