Biology Tutor

Study Group; Bath; On-site; GBP 38,152 - 54,339; Part time

Job summary

Study Group in Bath is seeking an on-site tutor for the Bath International Study Centre. The role involves delivering teaching across modules, developing learning materials and supporting student learning experiences.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject and UK higher education teaching experience if possible. Proficiency with IT tools and a student-centred approach are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject area.
• Experience of teaching in UK higher or further education is desirable.
• Experience with Virtual Learning Environments is preferred.
• A teaching qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in regular meetings with teaching and support staff for effective programme management.
• Contribute to design, delivery and development of modules offered by the centre.
• Prepare module examinations and provide feedback to students.
• Update and maintain the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
• Support induction, orientation and registration programmes for students.
• Support student progression and welfare teams to help students achieve progression aims.
• Undertake teaching, learning and assessment observations and staff development plans.

Skills

Student-centred approach

Professional development

Record keeping

Deadline-driven

Innovative teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Contract Type: Variable hour, permanent

Location: Bath International Study Centre(On-Site)

Salary: up to£33.57 per hour

The University of Bath International Study Centre offers pathway programmes designed to helpstudentsprepare for student life at a top UK university. We provide international students withthe strongest possible beginning to their academic journey.

You will work with colleagues across the Centre to ensure the effective delivery of teaching programmes in line with our education strategy, broader scholarship and aims for an outstanding student experience. You will also contribute directly to student support and to the development and implementation of innovative teaching practices across the Centre. As a tutor, you will contribute to the design, development and production of teaching and learning materials and delivery across a range of modules or within a subject area.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Academic management

• Participate in regular meetings with teaching and support staff contributing to the effective overall management of theprogrammesand the student life cycle.

Student learning experience

• Contribute to the design,deliveryand development of modules offered by thecentre.
• Contribute to the delivery and assessment of provision.
• Prepare module examinations and other forms of formative and summative assessment, mark and provide feedback to students.
• Update andmaintainthe Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
• Work with theStudent Experience Team and Registry and Operations Teamin the delivery of induction,orientationand registration programmes.
• Liaise with the Progression, Welfare and Support team to support students in achieving their progression aim.
• Engage in scholarly activity to ensure the delivery of modules is current

Quality and standards assurance and enhancement

• Implement quality assurance procedures at module level and contribute to the annual monitoring and review of theprogrammeto achievehigh standards
• Fully use centre systems to log andmonitorstudent attendance
• Maintainaccurateand up-to-date records of student engagement
• Complete sponsor reports and academic reports for students.
• Take up opportunities such as (for example) VLE development; Peer Observation activities.
• Undertake teaching, learning andassessmentobservations and associated staff development plans to assure standards within the subject area.
• Any other duties asrequiredfrom time to time by theSubject Lead,Head of ScienceandSenior Leadership Team.

Health & Safety

• Promote health, safety and wellbeing of students and colleagues. Hold personal accountability to avoid action that could threaten the health or safety of you, other employees,studentsor members of the public.

ABOUT YOU

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject area.
• Experience of teaching in UK higher or further education and preferably a teaching qualification and experience of working with international students
• Ability to develop and update teaching material and preferably experience of working within a Virtual Learning Environment
• Competence in teaching and administrative IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, etc.)
• A student-centred and client-focused approach
• A commitment to continuous professional development
• Strong record-keeping skills
• Flexibility and willingness to work under pressure to deadlines
• Enthusiasm and motivation to be a performance-driven team player.
• Innovation and creativity in developing and executing student enhancement activities.

ABOUT US

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.

ORGANISATION COMPLIANCE

For successful applicants the following checks will be conducted- Criminal Background Check (country specific), x2 References, ID and Right to Work checks as well as Education Verification. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, religion, nationality, or any other factor. We believe that the best person for the job should be selected based on skills and experience alone. Your information will be kept confidential and stored securely. Please see our Privacy Policy.

We adopt a rolling recruitment process meaning that we review applications as they are submitted.