Academic Tutor - Physics

Study Group; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 44,790 - 63,792; Part time

Job summary

Study Group, in partnership with the University of Sheffield International College, is seeking an Academic Tutor (Physics) to deliver high-quality foundation physics to international students in Sheffield. You will teach groups at RQF Level 3, work in seminars and laboratories, and support assessment and feedback.

The successful candidate will hold a degree in Physical Science or Engineering, a teaching qualification, and UK HE/FE teaching experience, with marking at RQF Level 3 or higher and

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Science or Engineering or related field.
• A recognized teaching qualification (PGCE or HEA Fellowship).
• Experience teaching Physics within UK Higher Education or Further Education.
• Experience of assessment marking at RQF Level 3 or above.
• Ability to provide cross-disciplinary teaching support in related modules (e.g., Project Skills for STEM, MATLAB knowledge) and possibly Mathematics.
• Experience coordinating academic modules or leadership roles.
• Experience working with international students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Academic Provision: teach international Foundation Year groups (RQF Level 3).
• Module Delivery: teach Physics in seminars and laboratories with support staff.
• Assessment & Feedback: mark and provide feedback on student work.
• Module Coordination: coordinate modules and lead small teaching teams when required.
• Quality Assurance: engage with QA procedures, moderation and standardisation.
• Continuous Improvement: identify and implement module enhancements to improve outcomes.
• Team Collaboration: work within a multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively.

Skills

Physics teaching

International students

Module coordination

Education

Degree in Physical Science or Engineering

PGCE or HEA Fellowship

Job description

Contract Type: Variable hour, Fixed term (2years)
Location: Sheffield, The University of Sheffield International College (On-Site)
Salary: up to£39.41 per hour

The University of Sheffield International College and its programmes are provided by Study Group in collaboration with the University of Sheffield. The Academic Tutor (Physics) will deliver high-quality education within the Science team. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for teaching the Foundation Level Physics module.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Deliver Academic Provision: Teach groups of international students at RQF Level 3 (International Foundation Year) with an average class size of students.
• Module Delivery & Support:Effectively deliver the Physics module, working in seminar and laboratory classes alongside teaching and support staff.
• Assessment & Feedback:Undertake formative and summative marking and provide constructive feedback on a variety of student assessments.
• Module Coordination:Act as Module Coordinator where required; this may include leading a small teaching team, performing quality assurance checks on marking, and updating module materials.
• Quality Assurance: Engage fully with the college s quality assurance procedures, moderation, and standardisation processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement module enhancement needs and opportunities to optimise student outcomes.
• Team Collaboration: Work actively as part of a busy, multidisciplinary team, contributing to meetings and communicating effectively with colleagues.

ABOUT YOU

• A degree in a Physical Science or Engineering or a related discipline
• A recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, HEA Fellowship).
• Experience teaching Physics or a related discipline within UK Higher Education, Further Education,Sixth Form or equivalent
• Experience of assessment marking and writing at a minimum of RQF Level 3 or above (A-Level / Foundation level / Undergraduate).
• Demonstrable experience or capability to provide cross-disciplinary teaching support in a related module: Project Skills for STEM (requires MATLAB knowledge) or Mathematics.
• Experience of coordinating academic modules or equivalent academic leadership.
• Experience working with international students

Study Group is a leading international education provider that is dedicated and passionate about helping students around the world, creating a brighter future and reaching their full potential. We are a trusted international educator to students and more than 50 university partners globally. We deliver high-quality international education solutions that drive success for our partners and students. We are able to provide students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed. Our global network of offices and university partnerships ensure that students receive the best educational services available.

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