Unqualified Teacher or Qualified Teacher: Travel and Tourism at West Nottinghamshire College

Unqualified Teacher or Qualified Teacher: Travel and Tourism (37 hours per week)

Directorate of Academic, Creative, Community, Digital and Professional Studies

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1. The Appointment

This is an exciting and rewarding role that would suit an individual who is organised, proactive, flexible in their approach, highly motivated and passionate about supporting learners and promoting outstanding learning experiences within the Travel and Tourism sector.

This role will require you to support and bring together introductory-level, level 2 and level 3 programmes, that enhance learner engagement, progression and employability within the Travel and Tourism curriculum area. You will work closely with the Head of Department to support the planning, delivery, monitoring and continuous improvement of high-quality provision.

The Travel and Tourism team deliver programmes based in the Directorate of Academic, Creative, Community, Digital and Professional Studies; The provision includes vocational and introductory pathways across Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 programmes for 16-18 years designed to support learner progression, personal development and preparation for industry or further study.

The ideal candidate will have experience of delivering and coordinating high-quality educational provision together with excellent communication, administration and organisational skills. You will be familiar with NCFE awarding body requirements and quality assurance processes and have experience in the setup, coordination and administration of vocational programmes. In addition, you will have relevant industry experience, a recognised teaching/training qualification (or be working towards the achievement of this), together with experience of course delivery, assessment, and supporting and leading colleagues within an educational setting.

The successful candidate will be a positive role model for learners and staff, committed to upholding professional standards in the classroom and aligned with the college’s educational and quality frameworks. They will recognise the importance of real-world learning experiences and demonstrate innovative approaches to bridging the gap between education and industry, ensuring learners are well prepared for progression into employment, apprenticeships or further education upon completion of their course.

They will demonstrate a clear understanding of the importance of practical and industry-related learning and will act as a central point of contact for learners, tutors, support teams and awarding bodies, whilst supporting the Head of Department in maintaining high standards of quality, learner achievement and learner success.

A full-time teaching role has 828 delivery hours (pro rata for part-time hours).

The role will require you to take on and work to the college’s values of; Respect, Ambition, Integrity, Collaboration and Compassion.

2. The Post

2.1 Main Duties and Responsibilities

To participate in the delivery of, administration, assessment and quality assurance of Level 1, 2 and 3 Travel and Tourism qualifications and programmes. To support the learner experience and promote progression opportunities for learners whilst ensuring compliance with awarding body and college quality standards.

Work closely with Head of Department, PAL and delivery teams to:

Curriculum:

a) Plan and support with the organisation of programmes of learning in line with Guided Learning Hours (GLH), NCFE awarding body requirements and college quality procedures.

b) Support the setup, implementation and ongoing administration of travel and tourism vocational programmes.

c) Work with other teaching staff to develop, monitor and maintain high-quality teaching, learning and assessment practices.

d) Support internal quality assurance activities and ensure compliance with awarding body regulations and assessment requirements.

e) Prepare and organise learner evidence, assessment records and documentation for internal and external quality assurance activities.

f) Promote and embed practical, vocational and industry-related learning opportunities within curriculum delivery.

g) Support with the coordination of learner induction, programme reviews and learner support processes.

h) Monitor learner progress, attendance, punctuality and engagement, escalating concerns to the Head of Department where appropriate.

i) Support the maintenance of accurate learner tracking records, certification records and awarding body documentation.

j) Assist with the planning of enrichment opportunities, educational visits and industry-related activities in line with college procedures and risk assessment requirements.

k) Liaise effectively with curriculum, support and Additional Learning Support teams to ensure learners receive appropriate support and intervention.

l) Coordinate learner reviews, tutorials and progression support activities.

m) Support the development and maintenance of course documentation including schemes of work, learner handbooks and assessment schedules.

n) Ensure learners understand expectations regarding professional standards, behaviour and employability within the Travel and Tourism industry.

o) Attend and support marketing activities including open evenings, learner recruitment events and information sessions as agreed with the Head of Department.

Lead and support colleagues:

p) Support the Head of Department with curriculum administration, quality monitoring and departmental activities.

q) Act as a key point of communication between tutors, learners and awarding organisations.

r) Support standardisation activities and contribute to team meetings as directed by the Head of Department.

s) Identify and communicate any curriculum, learner or quality concerns to the Head of Department.

Monitor and manage learners:

t) Maintain standards of learner behaviour and professionalism in line with college expectations.

u) Coordinate learner documentation and maintain accurate records in accordance with college procedures.

v) Monitor learner risk factors and support appropriate interventions alongside cross-college support teams.

w) Support learners with progression opportunities into further education, apprenticeships and employment.

x) Act as personal tutor to identified learner groups where required.

y) Support learner voice activities including learner forums and learner representative systems.

2.2 Other Responsibilities

a) To uphold and promote college policies and procedures, including Equality & Diversity, Safeguarding and Health & Safety policies.

b) To comply with the college’s own safeguarding policy and practices and attend training as requested.

c) To maintain up-to-date knowledge of NCFE awarding body requirements, curriculum developments and sector expectations.

d) To participate in relevant college, regional and national activities associated with the role.

e) To promote a positive and professional image of the college at all times.

f) To undertake any other duties reasonably required commensurate with the post.

3. Skills, Qualities & Knowledge

Essential

Desirable

Qualifications:

Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (DTLLs) or equivalent, e.g. Certificate in Education/PGCE (or willing to work towards)

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English to at least level 2 minimum

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Maths to at least level 2 minimum

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Level 3 (minimum) qualification within relevant vocational sector

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Degree in Travel and Tourism or related area

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Experience:

Recent and relevant experience of delivering learning in an educational sector

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Recent and relevant experience within the Travel and Tourism industry

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Experience working with NCFE awarding body requirements and processes

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Experience in the setup and coordination of vocational or introductory-level programmes

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Experience of using IT and ICT to support training, teaching and learning and to monitor and manage progress

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Experience of programme administration, learner tracking and or quality assurance

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Evidence of offering inclusivity to learners or teams within relevant industry sectors

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Understanding of practical and industry-based learning approaches

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Evidence of providing high quality, effective learning experiences

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Evidence of providing learning to groups and or individuals

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Skills /Knowledge:

Demonstrate suitability to work with children and

vulnerable adults including knowledge/understanding of

safeguarding and DBS compliance

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Ability to coordinate and manage learner programmes effectively, ensuring high standards of learner experience, achievement and progression

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Strong understanding of awarding body requirements, quality assurance procedures and compliance processes, including accurate maintenance of learner tracking and certification records

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Excellent organisational, administrative and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines effectively

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Ability to analyse information, identify areas for improvement and recommend appropriate actions and solutions

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Ability to support, motivate and inspire learners and colleagues within a positive and inclusive learning environment

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Experience of coordinating or supporting teams and contributing effectively to collaborative working practices

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Ability to develop engaging learning materials and promote creative, practical and industry-focused learning experiences

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Ability to provide constructive feedback and support learner development and achievement

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Ability to organise, lead and record team meetings and contribute to standardisation and quality improvement activities

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Understanding of the need for effective risk assessment processes and health and safety compliance within educational activities and visits

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Ability to promote, develop and monitor English, Maths, Digital and Essential Skills within curriculum delivery

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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with learners, colleagues, support teams and external partners

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Good IT and digital administration skills to support learner monitoring, communication and programme management

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Self-motivated, reflective and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

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Qualities:

Enthusiasm

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Commitment to learners and colleagues

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Empathy

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Flexibility

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Open and responsive

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Positive and proactive approach

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Excellent team member

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Ability to articulate clearly and objectively

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4. Position within the College

The Post holder will be part of Directorate of Academic, Creative, Community, Digital and Professional Studies and report to the Head of Department.

5. Terms & Conditions

a) The post is offered on a West Nottinghamshire College Delivery Contract and is subject to those terms and conditions.

b) The qualified salary will be within the Delivery Scale £31,000 - £41,616 per annum. The unqualified salary will be £28,764 per annum.

Effective from the 1st November 2026 the qualified salary will be between £32,085 to £43,322 per annum. The unqualified salary will be £29,774 per annum.

c) You will be entitled to 44 days’ leave in total, made up of: 32 days’ annual leave, 8 bank holidays,4 concessionary days. Please note that the concessionary days apply to the two-week Christmas closure. During this period, you will be required to use up to 3 working days of your annual leave entitlement to cover part of the closure. Leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis for part-time hours.

d) You will be required to work 37 hours per week on a flexible basis.

e) The college operates a contributory Average Salary Pension Scheme (Teachers’ Pensions).

f) The post holder may be located at any West Nottinghamshire College Site and may be expected to travel as required.

6. The Application

Individuals with the appropriate experience, qualifications and personal qualities are invited to complete an online application form by Midnight on Sunday 1st November 2026.

https://www.wnc.ac.uk/About-Us/Work-for-us/

THE COLLEGE PROMOTES EQUALITY OF OPPORTUNITY AND WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL SECTORS OF SOCIETY.

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Posts are all subject to DBS check. The successful candidate will be required to pay for the DBS check themselves, the cost will automatically be deducted from their first salary payment. This is currently £58.

It is an offence for anyone who is barred by the ISA from working with children and or vulnerable adults to apply for this position.