Economics Tutor

Study Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK seeks a dedicated Tutor to facilitate teaching programs and support student development. Responsibilities include module management, assessment preparation, and innovative teaching practices. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree, preferably a Master’s or PhD, and has significant teaching experience in higher education. Additional skills in administrative IT and experience with international students are favorable. This role contributes to a supportive learning environment aiming for an outstanding student experience.

Benefits

Opportunity to contribute to innovative teaching

Collaborative work environment

Supportive student engagement framework

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Experience in UK higher or further education is mandatory.
• Teaching qualification desirable; PhD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assigned modules and contribute to their delivery.
• Prepare assessments and provide feedback to students.
• Engage in scholarly activity to maintain current delivery.

Skills

Teaching experience in higher education

Ability to work with international students

Administrative IT skills

Student-centered approach

Innovation in student activities

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject area

Master's qualification (desirable)

PhD (preferred)

Tools

Virtual Learning Environment

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

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.

• Provide academic coordination for designated module(s) in the role of module coordinator
• Participate in regular meetings with teaching and support staff contributing to the effective overall management of the programmes and the student life cycle.
• Contribute to the design, delivery and development of modules offered by the centre.
• 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 and maintain the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
• Work with the college s Student & Academic Services team in the delivery of induction, orientation and 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
• Implement quality assurance procedures at module level and contribute to the annual monitoring and review of the programme to achieve high standards
• Take up opportunities such as (for example) VLE development; Peer Observation activities.
• Undertake teaching, learning and assessment observations and associated staff development plans to assure standards within the subject area.
• Any other duties as required from time to time by the Head of Business and Centre Director
• 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, students or members of the public.

ABOUT YOU

• A Bachelor s degree in a relevant subject area.
• A Masters qualification is desirable
• Candidates holding a PhD will be particularly welcomed.
• Experience of teaching in UK higher or further education
• A teaching qualification is desirable
• Experience of working with international students is desirable
• Experience of module development is desirable
• 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
• 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. With university partnerships and a variety of face-to-face, online, and hybrid study programmes, we can 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. Additionally, our Insendi platform enables us to deliver innovative, accessible, and intuitive digital learning experiences with the most advanced digital tools available.

ORGANISATIONAL COMPLIANCE

Study Group is proud of its high standards in safeguarding and recognises its importance in enabling the best possible student experience and outcomes. 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. Your information will be kept confidential and stored securely. We adopt a rolling recruitment process meaning that we review applications as they are submitted. To avoid disappointment, please ensure that you apply ASAP.