Learning Technology Advisor

The University of Huddersfield; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

The University of Huddersfield is hiring a Learning Technology Advisor to join ATLaS. You will support academic staff in using Brightspace and other learning technologies, deliver training sessions, and handle TOPdesk inquiries.

You will work with teaching and professional services to enhance pedagogy and technology-enabled learning. Hybrid working is offered, combining remote and on-campus duties, with opportunities to develop staff capability in digital learning and contribute to the

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to deliver training and support to staff.
• Experience with Brightspace or similar VLE systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to academic staff.
• Deliver training sessions on learning technologies and pedagogies.
• Respond to staff inquiries via TOPdesk and manage workload priorities.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Training delivery

Customer service

Education

Degree in IT or Learning Technology

Tools

Brightspace

TOPdesk

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Learning Technology Advisor to join the Academy of Teaching, Learning and Skills (ATLaS). This is a full-time, permanent appointment.

You will report to the LTA Team Leader and work closely with a team of Learning Technology Advisors to support academic staff in their use of our Virtual Learning Environment, Brightspace, and other Learning Technologies that the University supports. The role involves providing one-to-one support, delivering training sessions relating to the University’s learning technologies and associated pedagogies and responding to academic staff enquiries via our service management system, TOPdesk. You will play a key role as part of the Learning Technology Team in developing staff capacity in technology-enhanced learning and identifying and implementing appropriate solutions to pedagogical and technical enquiries from academic staff and students.

You will hold a degree or professional qualification in an IT or Learning Technology related subject or equivalent practical experience in academic or educational development. You will have proven experience supporting Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) and collaborating with both academic and professional services teams to support learning and teaching.

We are looking for someone with excellent communication and presentation skills, a proactive approach to adopting new technologies, and the ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload. Strong knowledge of Brightspace or a similar Virtual Learning Environment system is essential, as is a commitment to customer service, equality, diversity and inclusion, and alignment with the University strategy and values.

We offer an excellent employment package, including hybrid working, blending a mix of remote and on-campus working (dependent on work duties).

The University is deeply committed to equality and diversity for all its students and staff. We seek to be diverse and inclusive, supporting individuals and groups to fulfil their potential and nurture a sense of belonging. We strive to be an accessible, inclusive employer, removing barriers for all. Find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, including our commitments and accreditations as a Disability Confident Leader, Stonewall Top 100 Employer, Athena Swan Silver Award holder and Race Equality Charter Bronze Award holder.

Informal enquiries are welcome to Paul Dagg, LTA Team Leader, by email: [e-mail]