Learning Development Librarian / Library Learning Developer

ST Media Group International, Inc.; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Bristol seeks a part-time Learning Development Librarian to enhance student learning through innovative and inclusive practices. This role involves collaboration with academic staff to design activities that support diverse learning styles and boost student confidence. Candidates should possess a graduate-level qualification and relevant experience, demonstrating effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Extensive employee benefits

Diverse and inclusive community

Qualifications

• Experience in Learning Development, Librarianship, or Teaching.
• Knowledge of higher education practices and student literacy support.
• Sustained CPD and interest in learning development.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver inclusive learning activities embedded within the curriculum.
• Establish scaffolded support to help students improve their skills.
• Develop and promote diverse reading lists and resources.

Skills

Collaboration

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

Graduate level qualification or equivalent experience

Relevant professional qualification/certification

Job description

Learning Development Librarian / Library Learning Developer

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About This Role

The Learning Development teams will collaborate with academic and other professional services staff to:

1. Design and deliver inclusive and innovative learning and assessment activities, embedded within the curriculum, that engage students to develop the academic English and academic literacies required to ensure integrity and confidence in their academic practice whilst optimising any learning differences.
2. Establish relevant scaffolded co-curricular, small group, short course and one-to-one support to help students consolidate, fill gaps and improve their skills to maximise the chances of achieving successful programme outcomes.
3. Develop and promote reading lists and other resources/collections to engage and excite students with diverse and inclusive resources, encouraging reading and enquiry within their subject discipline and beyond.

This part-time role will support the College of Health, Science and Society (CHSS), working with academic and professional staff to create a supportive learning development environment tailored to students' opportunities and challenges. It requires understanding diverse learning styles and employing relevant resources and strategies to boost student confidence and autonomy. The role involves staying updated on sector developments, participating in university meetings, and engaging in professional development and peer support schemes.

About You

You will be qualified to graduate level or have equivalent experience, with a relevant professional qualification/certification or experience in one or more of the following:

• Learning Development
• Librarianship
• Teaching (university students, English Language, specialist study skills/additional learning needs)
• Higher Education Academy fellowship

You will demonstrate sustained CPD, knowledge, interest, and expertise in learning development and student literacy support. You should be collaborative, agile, and possess effective communication and problem-solving skills. The ability to work across different devices and systems is essential. Alignment with university values such as initiative, innovation, and inclusivity is also important.

Location

This role is based at our Frenchay campus, with regular work at the Glenside Campus in Stapleton, Bristol. The role requires at least 75% campus presence, with some remote work options.

Why UWE Bristol?

We are a large, vibrant university in Bristol, offering extensive employee benefits, and fostering a diverse, inclusive community. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially from the global majority, and are committed to equality and accessibility.

Additional Information

This is a part-time, permanent role, working 30 hours per week. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available. The role involves campus-based work with some remote flexibility.

Application Advice

If excited about this opportunity, please complete our application form, describing how your skills meet each criterion in the Person Specification, with specific examples. We will notify shortlisted candidates via email.