Learning Development Advisor
Fixed term for 12 months (Maternity cover), 37 hours per week, 36.4 weeks per year
This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly team to work as a Learning Development Advisor. You will be supporting students across the University. The Academic Skills Team comprises Learning Development Advisors and Academic Skills Tutors as part of the Strategic Teaching and Learning within the Academy of Teaching, Learning and Skills. We focus on providing a best-in-class student learning experience institutionally by delivering excellent Academic Skills support, Learning Technology support and strategic projects to enhance teaching and learning and the student experience.
You will support students in the understanding and application of a broad range of academic skills including referencing, academic writing, referencing, presentation skills, academic integrity, note-making, developing good study habits (active listening, reflection, time management, etc.) and planning assessments at undergraduate and postgraduate level. You will specifically focus on delivering academic English and study skills support. The role includes development and delivery of a range of taught classroom sessions, online resources and one-to-one coaching tutorials.
Educated to degree level or with equivalent work experience in either teaching/training, you will also hold a qualification in a specified subject area (e.g. English Language Tutoring – CELTA and/or PGCE and/or DELTA qualification or TEFL/TESOL equivalent). You will ideally have experience of delivering study skills to home and international students across a variety of different academic disciplines. You will need excellent digital literacy skills and a clear passion to engender these in our students. You should be self-motivated, positive, and organised with a commitment to delivery of blended learning. You will contribute towards the practice of continuous improvement through collaboration, professional development and sharing of best practice.
You will contribute to courses at undergraduate level and contribute where appropriate to our postgraduate programmes.
We offer an excellent employment package including hybrid working, blending a mix of remote and on-campus working (dependent on work duties).
This is a fixed term appointment for 12 months, however, as the post is linked to a maternity absence the end date is subject to change.
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 welcome to academicskills@hud.ac.uk
If you are a current student at the University, you are welcome to apply for part-time roles of 16 hours or less per week, unless you are a part-time postgraduate student, in which case you can also apply for full time roles, subject to any visa requirements.
For more information, please download the recruitment pack.
