Graduate Teaching Assistant -MVLS College Services

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Glasgow seeks a Graduate Teaching Assistant to enhance the student experience through teaching and assessment at the undergraduate level. The role involves delivering course content, providing feedback, and engaging in professional development. Ideal candidates will have an honours degree and be pursuing a PhD, demonstrating excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Registered for and working towards a PhD in a relevant subject.
• Experience in delivering and supporting undergraduate or postgraduate students.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning and delivery of undergraduate teaching.
• Assist with course administration and provide feedback.
• Engage in continuing professional development activities.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

IT Skills

Teamwork

Deadline Management

Education

Honours degree (SCQF Level 10)

PhD or PGT qualification

Job description

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Job details

Posted 22 January 2025 End date 30 June 2025 LocationGlasgow Job Type GTA and Demonstrator Reference164873 Expiry 30 June 2025 at 23:45

Job Description

Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)

COLLEGE OF MVLS

SCHOOL OF College Services

GRADE 6

Job Purpose

Within a clear and established teaching programme, contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by undertaking a range of teaching, assessment and administrative duties, principally at undergraduate level, to further the understanding of key course topics and assist students in drawing out key learning points from course materials.

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 IT 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.
  
  

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential

A1. Honours degree (SCQF Level 10) relevant to the teaching area or have expertise in a relevant field, together with an understanding of the principles of teaching, learning and assessment. Registered for and working towards the achievement of a PhD (MPhil/PhD) or PGT qualification in a relevant subject.

B1. Expert knowledge of the subject area.

Essential

Skills

C1. Excellent communication and presentation skills.

C2. Ability to use IT and relevant software packages to support teaching and learning.

C3. Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.

C4. Ability to work to deadlines.

C5. Commitment to the University’s published values and professional behaviours

Experience

Essential

E1. Experience of delivering and supporting undergraduate or postgraduate students either in an online, distance learning or face to face environment.

E2. Experience of supervising, mentoring or teaching students in practical and active learning environments.

E3. Relevant administrative experience (e.g. student support, course administration etc.)

Closing Date 31st March 2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

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