Assistant Learning Zone Manager

The opportunity

The postholder contributes to the development, organisation and delivery of high quality student-focused services within the Central Saint Martins (CSM) Library and Learning Zone. They are responsible for the effective and efficient day-to-day management and service delivery of the Learning Zone, including the recruitment and timetabling of Learning Zone staff.

The postholder oversees the support provided to students using the Learning Zone and other IT facilities within the CSM Library; this includes contributing to the development of effective academic liaison and the development of learning activities. They also contribute to the cross site group responsible for developing digitally enhanced learning spaces, digital pedagogies and experimenting with cutting-edge digital tools. 

About you

We are looking for someone with experience of managing or supervising staff and services in an open access IT or equivalent environment. With a proven commitment to excellent customer service,  you will be able to lead and motivate a team, and work collaboratively with colleagues across departments. You will be self-motivated and able to suggest creative solutions to new or existing problems.

You will have knowledge of developments in IT and educational technology, ideally in the context of art and design in Higher or Further Education. You will have experience of contributing to the  development of facilities and learning support activities, with a primary focus on digital learning and making activities.

You will have an understanding of the operations of open access IT and digital learning spaces and/or makerspace facilities, as well as knowledge of wireless networks, print management systems, operating systems for MAC and PC, digital tools for education.

You will have experience of software packages and tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, and relevant assistive technologies and software. 

For full details about the role and the person specficiation, please see the link below.

If you have any queries contact ADS Recruitment Team via email ADSstaffRecruitment@arts.ac.uk or telephone: 02075142965 / 9627