Graduate Teaching Assistant - Accounting & Finance

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Glasgow is seeking Graduate Teaching Assistants to enhance student experiences in the Adam Smith Business School. This role involves delivering undergraduate teaching and assessments, contributing to course administration, and ensuring inclusive learning environments. Candidates should possess an Honours degree in a relevant subject and demonstrate teaching capabilities.

Qualifications

• Relevant Honours degree or equivalent.
• Experience of teaching at undergraduate level is essential.
• Ability to provide timely and constructive feedback.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning and delivery of undergraduate teaching.
• Engage in assessment processes and provide effective feedback.
• Assist with course administration and development of teaching materials.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Excellent communication skills

Education

SCQF Level 10 (Honours degree)

Professional teaching qualification

Job description

Job details

Posted 20 May 2025 End date 20 June 2025 LocationGlasgow Job Type GTA and Demonstrator Reference174112 Expiry 27 February 2026 at 23:45

Job Description

Job Purpose

Adam Smith Business School

To contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by undertaking a range of teaching, assessment and administrative duties, principally at undergraduate level, as requested by the Programme Director/Head of Subject, in order to contribute to learning and teaching objectives in The Adam Smith Business School.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning, organisation and delivery of undergraduate teaching.
• Deliver a range of teaching and assessment activities directed towards the delivery of subjects at undergraduate level.
• Participate in a range of course administration duties, within required timescales, including effective communication of information, marking, assessment and timeous constructive feedback.
• Assist with the development of appropriate teaching materials ensuring content and methods of delivery meet determined learning objectives.
• Contribute to the effective use of learning technologies to support and enhance course delivery, course organisation, feedback and assessment. This may involve blended and/or online provision including the use of Moodle and other ICT materials.
• Apply specialist knowledge to teaching that best meet the needs of individuals and groups of learners, ensuring an inclusive and evidence-based approach that promotes student participation and learning outcome attainment.
• Participate in the full assessment process using a variety of methods and techniques, including oral assessment, and provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students that supports their learning.
• Assist with the supervision of student projects, dissertations, and any practical work, advising on skills, methods and techniques to assist the transfer of knowledge, and respond appropriately to the diverse range of learner support/ needs.
• Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School.
• To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, Inspiring People Changing The World.
  
  

Knowledge/Qualifications

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

A1 SCQF Level 10 [Honours degree] in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent

A2 Professional teaching qualification or working towards one

A3 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of the required subject

Skills

Skills & Experience

C1 Ability to work independently and as part of a team

C2 Ability to accept collegiate responsibilities and act accordingly

Experience

E1 Relevant experience of teaching

E2 Excellent communication skills both oral and written E3 Relevant administrative experience [e.g. Student support, course administration etc.]

Closing Date 27th February 2026 @23:45