Academic Support Lecturer
9248
Fixed Term - until 03/07/2023
Full time - 37 hours per week
26 January 2023 23:55
The opportunity
To develop and deliver high quality study support tailored to the needs of individuals, groups, and subjects, enabling students to develop as confident independent learners and to fulfil their academic potential. This may include contributing to Introduction to Study in Higher Education (Intro To…) and specific initiatives that support students transitioning into and progressing through FE and HE education and on to post-graduate study
To apply inclusive practices which recognise the diversity of the student population at UAL and demonstrate an understanding of the subject disciplines taught at UAL.
To be a core member of the Academic Support Team within the College and collaborate effectively with Programme/Course Teams and with other academic support colleagues in the University.
About you
Specialist Knowledge/Qualifications
First degree and teaching qualification
Knowledge of inclusive practices in pedagogy and support
Relevant Experience
Experience of designing and delivering educational activities and of implementing strategies to improve retention, attainment and progression within HE and or FE
Communication Skills
Communicates effectively orally and in writing adapting the message for a diverse audience in an inclusive and accessible way
Research, Teaching and Learning
Applies innovative approaches in teaching, learning or professional practice to support excellent teaching, pedagogy and inclusivity
Applies own research to develop learning and assessment practice
Professional Practice
Contributes to advancing professional practice/research or scholarly activity in own area of specialism
Planning and managing resources
Plans, prioritises and manages resources effectively to achieve long term objectives
Teamwork
Works collaboratively in a team and where appropriate across or with different professional groups
Student experience or customer service
Builds and maintains positive relationships with students or customers
Creativity, Innovation and Problem Solving
Suggests practical solutions to new or unique problems
What we offer
We are UAL
University of the Arts London is a vibrant world centre for innovation, drawing together six Colleges with international reputations in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts.
London College of Fashion is extremely proud to be a global leader in fashion education, research and consultancy. Much of its success is down to its dedicated employees, and you will play an important role in shaping future creative professionals, and impact on the future of so many creative industries.
London College of Fashion, UAL is undertaking an unprecedented programme of change. In 2023 we will be consolidating our existing six sites into a new purpose built campus as part of a new education and cultural district on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Ahead of this move, we welcome applications from candidates who live in and around East London, as well as from those keen to join us on this exciting and unique opportunity in our College’s history.
If you have any queries about this role, please contact the recruiting managers Emma Shackelton and Joanne Peel at e.shackleton@fashion.arts.ac.uk and j.peel@fashion.arts.ac.uk
If you have any queries about the application process or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact the Resourcing Team at vacancies@fashion.arts.ac.uk phone: 020 7514 7409 / 07730 900321
Our culture
This opportunity is closed to applications.