We are looking for outstanding teachers, who exude a love of teaching, who inspire and motivate both students and colleagues through their approaches to teaching, and who are strongly committed to achieving excellent outcomes for students in the Food Production.

JOB PURPOSE: To contribute to the provision of high quality, innovative and engaging teaching, research, enterprise and/or professional activity as a member of the teaching team and in collaboration with others, benefiting our students.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties and responsibilities are intended to give a broad indication of the variety of tasks that a faculty may be expected to undertake. This is not an exhaustive list of activities and employees may be asked to undertake other duties which are commensurate with the grade and circumstances.

Teaching

· Act as the programme/module leader, taking responsibility for allocated programmes/modules and coordinating activities, resources and assessments.

· Design, develop, deliver and assess a programme of high quality learning experiences across a range of modules and courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

· Develop teaching strategies, materials and assessments which are inclusive, engaging and appropriate to the student population.

· Equip learners with the skills, knowledge and attributes required by employers while maintaining a balance between practical relevance and academic rigour.

· Contribute to quality teaching and related activities across a range of existing and new programmes particularly in the areas of hospitality, tourism, events management.

· Regularly monitor and assess the effectiveness of curriculum delivery; identify and address areas for improvement in consultation with Director of the Institute and colleagues.

· Act as the personal tutor and academic supervisor to a group of allocated students, pro-actively engaging with all students ensuring feedback is provided in a timely and appropriate manner.

· Use listening, interpersonal and pastoral care skills to deal with sensitive issues concerning our diverse student body.

Other

· Contribute to Institute activities, particularly those intended to enhance the student experience.

· Participate and actively engage in Institute activities, including Open Days, school meetings, committees and assessment boards.

· Work with external partners and organisations promoting IIHM.

· Contribute to the planning and implementation of the organisational strategy at school and subject level.

· Work within the Institute’s equal opportunities policies and procedure and actively promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

· Undertake such duties as may be assigned by the Director.