Lecturer Hospitality and Tourism

Due to continued growth in student numbers we are recruiting for an additional Lecturer on a part-time basis to support our Hospitality and Tourism teams., Please note that all interviews are conducted face to face, we are unable to facilitate online interviews.

CWA is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check as well as a barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply.

Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk).

What matters most to us is your enthusiasm, your ability to engage and enthuse our young people and your passion for learning. If you do not hold a teaching qualification CWA will support you to obtain this through extensive CPD, financial investment and a supportive timetable. You will teach on a range of courses, primarily level 1 and 2, and age ranges including 16 - 18 and adult learners., The successful post holder will be part of the team based on campus, within our industry standard NOVUS restaurant and Tourism themed classrooms. You must have experience of working in the Hospitality and Tourism industry, with a focus on customer service in this fast-paced environment and of leading a team. A relevant level 3 qualification is essential, and a degree is desirable. A teaching qualification is not essential, however CWA will support you to achieve this through extensive CPD, mentorship and a supportive timetable.

We pride ourselves on our approach to the work life balance of our team and actively support job share and flexible working opportunities.

Please note that your point on the salary scale will be determined based on both experience and teaching qualifications. Appointments will not normally be made at point 10 or above (£32,384 FTE) without a level 5 teaching qualification and experience.

We are a successful, community-focused FE College based in the East of England. We have thriving Hospitality and Travel and Tourism teams and in recent years, the department has grown from strength to strength. We offer an incredible training package and a chance to work within tight knit and supportive teams., We offer an excellent package including a generous annual leave allowance of 37 days per year for curriculum staff, plus five College closure days, plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time), fee waivers on some College courses, a contributory pension scheme with the Teachers' Pension Scheme (current employer contribution is 23.68%), discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle to work scheme. CWA focusses on staff well-being and utilises both internal and external resources, such as a well-being committee and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as comprehensive training and development.