Teaching Fellow in Mathematics and Statistics Support

1000scholars; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Bank holidays and University Closure

On-site gym and pool

Staff discounts

Training opportunities

Job summary

Aston University is seeking a dedicated Learning Services colleague to provide mathematics and statistics support for undergraduate and postgraduate students. You will teach via one-to-one tutorials, groups, online tutorials, and virtual classrooms for off-campus learners.

You will work with academic colleagues to embed mathematics support in taught programmes, helping students develop confidence and skills for progression and success.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in higher education.
• Strong communication and student engagement skills.
• Interest in digital learning technologies.

Responsibilities

• Teach mathematics and statistics to undergraduates and postgraduates.
• Embed maths support within taught programmes with colleagues.
• Develop engaging learning resources and manage omni-channel delivery.
• Support student progression and success initiatives.

Skills

Mathematics education

Higher education teaching

Digital learning

PAL programs

Tools

Virtual classroom

Online tutorials

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting students to succeed in higher education? Do you have expertise in mathematics and statistics, and the ability to make these subjects accessible, engaging and relevant to learners from a wide range of backgrounds?

Aston University is seeking an enthusiastic and student-focused colleague to join our Learning Services team within Library and Learning Services. Working as part of the Academic Skills and Mathematics Development team, you will provide high-quality mathematics and statistics support for undergraduate and postgraduate students, both pre- and post-entry to the University.

You will teach through a variety of formats, including one-to-one tutorials, small and large group teaching, online tutorials and virtual classrooms for off-campus learners. You will also work collaboratively with academic colleagues to embed mathematics support within Aston's taught programmes, helping students to develop the confidence, skills and understanding needed for academic progression and success.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an inclusive, innovative, and responsive learning support service. You will develop engaging learning resources, support Aston’s omni-channel approach to delivery, and contribute to departmental and University strategic objectives around student experience, continuation and success.

We are looking for someone with experience of teaching learners in higher education, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to student partnership. Experience of developing or supporting Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) schemes would be an advantage. You will also bring enthusiasm for digital learning technologies and an interest in helping students develop the digital awareness and skills needed for learning and assessment.

If you are committed to enabling students to thrive and would like to play a key role in enhancing mathematics and statistics support services at Aston University, we would like to hear from you.

What we offer:

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family friendly policies.
• On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role. Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting. See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

£38,784 to £46,049 per annum: Grade 08