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Academic Tutor

Sunderland, North East University of Sunderland

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About the University of Sunderland

The University of Sunderland offers life-changing opportunities for 27,500 students across its campuses in Sunderland, London, Hong Kong, and through global partnerships with learning institutions in 19 countries. We're proud to be a top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2024), with top-quality facilities, inclusive culture, and our vibrant, ever-changing city.

The University of Sunderland is in an exciting phase of its development with a new vision and redefined strategic ambitions designed to take advantage of the ever-changing higher education landscape at home and overseas.

About the role

We are recruiting Academic Tutors to support us in the delivery of our Engineering provisions, at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Working with the delivery teams, you will be involved in the management and delivery of our modules. You will a provide teaching support as/when needed to cover changes to delivery.

We are currently expanding our programme portfolios and student numbers. With over £3 million investment state-of-the-art equipment, you will work alongside our School of Computer Science and Engineering staff in designing and delivering content for various Engineering topics. These include (but not limited to):

o Automation and control

o Digital and Analogue Electronics

o Electrical Power

o Principles of Engineering Management

o Project Management

o Mechanical Principles

o Mechanical Engineering Design

o Manufacturing Principles

What you can bring

The successful candidate will have:

  • Experience of leading or delivering undergraduate and/or postgraduate modules and/or programmes in Engineering.
  • Experience in project supervision at either undergraduate or postgraduate levels
  • Assessment marking and providing student feedback

What we can offer you

Our University is not just a place of academic excellence, but also a community that embraces inclusivity and support. We value our staff and offer a rewarding package that goes beyond just salary. At the University of Sunderland, we prioritise not only your professional growth but also your happiness and well-being.

  • Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement of 36 days, along with an additional 5 closure days over the Christmas break and 8 Bank Holidays.
  • Enrolment into our pension scheme, ensuring your financial security for the future.
  • Access to our "My Lifestyle Benefits Platform", where you can enjoy online discounts at hundreds of retailers every day. Plus, take advantage of exclusive schemes that allow you to purchase a new car, bike, or technology at a discounted rate.
  • Your health and well-being are important to us. That's why we provide access to discounted private medical insurance, health cash plans, and guidance on financial well-being.
  • Maintaining an active lifestyle is made easy with discounted membership for CitySpace Fitness, our state-of-the-art facility for sports and social activities.

Equality, diversity & inclusion

We strongly believe that an inclusive university, where a diverse range of individuals feel valued and have equal opportunity to get into work and reach their potential, is good for our staff, students, university, and society.

Our work on equality, diversity and inclusivity has never been more important. We believe inclusivity is an essential value at the heart of what we do, and we want all our staff to be part of that journey with us.

Our recent staff survey conducted in 2023 showed that 97% of our staff believed that we were committed to achieving an inclusive university.

The closing date for applications is Monday 20th October GMT).

For any informal enquiries please contact David Knapton )

Job Details

Department

Business & Technology - School of Computer Science & Engineering

Location

Sunderland Campus

Salary

£8,786 to 6,049

Hourly Rate

3.87

Closing Date

Monday 20 October 2025

Interview Date

To be confirmed

Reference

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Academic Tutor (Projects & Lean - Engineering)

Birmingham, West Midlands Make UK

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Academic Tutor - Projects & Lean - Engineering

Full time

Birmingham

Permanent

Competitive salaries and excellent benefits including up to one day's paid leave each year to undertake volunteering opportunities


The Manufacturers' Organisation | Make UK


We are seeking a BTEC Tutor to support on the delivery of our BTEC Engineering training to apprentices, at our state of the art training hub in Aston.


To teach on a range of level 2-4 engineering qualifications to apprentices from our sector-leading Technology Hub in Aston. The post holder will need to have a good grounding in delivering across the level 3 BTEC engineering qualification- which particular expertise in supporting apprentices to work semi-independently on Engineering Projects. The post holder will work intensively within our Lean Academy to support the acquisition of new skills across level 2 and 3 in readiness for EPA. The post holder should have a broad experience of the engineering/manufacturing sector, be confident in collaborating with employers and other members of the MakeUK team and be able to support apprentices to deliver to their potential.


Key responsibilities

  • To teach across a range of BTEC level 3 units – to include Engineering Project and Communications and Business Improvement Techniques
  • To model delivery excellence and professional working behaviours
  • To manage and oversee the progress and achievement of the Engineering Project for apprentices
  • To coordinate effectively with external delivery team members
  • To communicate and advocate for Make UK in managing interactions with employer partners
  • To provide a range of support techniques to learners who require additional support to enable them to achieve
  • To support the development of course materials including handouts and reference materials to support topic delivery.
  • To deliver training to apprentices and staff to ensure all Awarding Body and Centre requirements are met and standardized
  • To create a motivational learning environment by providing stimulating and demanding subject delivery that allows learners to acquire the skills and knowledge required
  • To assess learners progress by various means of assessment and provide progress feedback and progress reports to learners and managers, to include identifying where appropriate learners at risk
  • To ensure learners, colleagues and employers receive timely, accurate and constructive feedback on learners’ achievement, progress and areas for development that aids the learner’s progress.
  • To maintain learner discipline in compliance with the Centre’s Disciplinary codes and practices
  • To ensure the health and safety of learners and staff


Technical knowledge and experience

  • Relevant level 4 subject qualification or higher. Level 3 or higher teacher training qualification.
  • Empathy with young people, ability to plan, deliver training and assess outcomes.
  • Logical approach to problem solving.
  • Good presentational and communication skills, literate and numerate.
  • Ability to motivate and command learner respect.


With over 125 years of experience, Make UK is a leading provider of essential business support and a champion for manufacturing industry in the UK. Make UK has the close ear of Government and is a trusted provider of essential services for world leading manufacturing companies across the country. Everything we do is designed to inspire British manufacturers to compete, innovate and grow.


Make UK staff enjoy a good benefits package and values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Benefits to include, but not limited to: Free parking, meal service on site, no bank holiday/weekend work, flexible hours, health cover, matched pension contributions up to 8%, and life assurance.


We are committed to supporting the Armed Forces Community and we recognise the contribution that Service personnel, both regular and reservist, veterans and military families make to our organisation and have pledged to support this by signing up to the Armed Forces Covenant.




Our Values at Make UK: Inclusivity & Diversity, Integrity, Innovation, & Collaboration



SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is therefore a mandatory requirement that the successful candidate agrees to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Individuals barred from working in this sector are reminded it is a criminal offence to submit an application.

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Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor

Greater London, London Victoria College of Arts and Design

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Location: On-site at London Borough and Harbour Exchange Campuses

Salary: £33,000 to £38,000

Hours: Full Time: 9am – 5pm, Monday-Friday Occasional weekend and evening work required.

Department: Student Services

Reporting to: Academic Skills and Mentor Lead Officer



About us


Victoria College of Arts and Design (VCAD) provides higher education teaching and learning in the arts, design, creative industries and business fields. Our goal is to guide and support our students on their journey to becoming successful individuals and citizens. We strive to offer the best services and resources available to ensure that our students are well-prepared for graduate-level employment within the creative industries or any other aspect of the world of work. From enrolment to graduation, we are dedicated to nurturing our students' growth, fostering their creative and critical skills and equipping them with the confidence and abilities needed to excel in a professional environment. Whether through the dedication of our lecturers and support staff, our outstanding facilities, or our network of industry connections, Victoria College of Arts and Design is committed to helping and mentoring our students so that they achieve their personal goals and build themselves sustainable and fulfilling careers.



Position Overview


VCAD is seeking an Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor to join our Academic skills, Mentoring and Library Team at our London campuses for London Borough and London Harbour Exchange – South Quay. The successful candidate will provide high-quality of academic skills support, mentoring support and supporting the library services for our students throughout their academic journey. This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. As an Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor, this role requires you to deliver and support the design of academic skills workshops, academic English,

library instructions and mentoring students with research support in an educational setting.


Responsibilities


  • Develop and deliver programmes to enhance students’ academic literacy, digital, language and employability skills using appropriate materials and tools.
  • Collaborate with academic staff and students to understand resource demands and ensure resources meet learning and research needs.
  • Provide mentoring services to students at all levels of the degree journey to ensure that they have understood the topic, assessment tasks and content.
  • Provide guidance to students on how to use the e-library and support students using the physical campus library.
  • Review library materials regularly to ensure students have the reading materials available for each term.
  • Provide library cover as part of team’s weekly rota pattern.
  • Provide guidance on the use of print and electronic resources, including referencing and copyright.
  • Respond to course requirements and address the specific needs of students.
  • Utilise and develop diagnostic tools and online support materials.
  • Monitor and support students’ progression in academic English and skills development.
  • Tailor academic English and skills support programmes to different student groups and levels.
  • Assess and provide feedback on academic English and skills-related assignments.
  • Participate in transitional programmes to develop students’ written and verbal communication skills for university study.
  • Facilitate the integration of academic and digital literacy into all VCAD courses.
  • Collect and analyse data to continuously improve the service.
  • Contribute to project work, service planning, policy development, and innovation.
  • Develop links with colleagues in other institutions and contribute to external professional bodies and networks.
  • Support other duties as requested by the Team Leader or Head of Student Experience and Outcomes.


Requirements:


Essential:


  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
  • Experience teaching and supporting adult learners in HE or FE (at GCSE level or above) with academic writing and skills development.
  • Experience of mentoring students in higher or further education settings.
  • Understanding of the library’s role in learning and research.
  • Experience delivering library instruction and academic skills support in an educational environment.
  • Commitment to widening participation and supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to motivate students and make academic skills development rewarding and relevant.
  • Evidence of excellence in teaching and programme design.
  • Self-starter with the ability to initiate improvements in teaching.
  • Experience in setting and marking examinations and coursework.
  • Ability to work in team and share best practices.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage time and workload effectively.
  • Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Awareness of relevant literature on academic skills development in higher education.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when needed.
  • Strong IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to use learning technologies to support a diverse range of learner needs.
  • Aware of the challenges in academic writing due to growth of artificial intelligence.


Competencies:


Planning and Organising Resources/Service Delivery:

  • Ability to adapt to changing situations and reflect these changes in their approach.


Teaching learning and assessments:

  • Ability to use a range of teaching pedagogies like scaffolding, experiential learning and chunk learning to meet the needs of a range of diverse learners when delivering of academic skills.
  • Ability to design engaging interactive academic skills works emending learning technologies to develop digital literacy /transferable skills.
  • Ability to use a range of formative assessment and feedback approach in session to ensure learners are developing their academic skills.
  • Ability to delivery academic skills workshops in any learning environment; face to face, hybrid or fully virtual.
  • Ability to provide library instructions to students.
  • Ability to act as a mentor to students in providing assessment support and guidance.
  • Experience supporting library services.


Communication / Liaison and Networking:

  • Confidence in advising and supporting academic staff in integrating skills development into teaching.
  • Commitment to high-quality, reflective and collaborative professional practice in higher education.
  • Ability to liaise with key stakeholders such as academic faculty members, student engagement and exam team to ensure that we are targeting students that can benefit from our mentoring and academic skills services.


Teamwork and Motivation:

  • Inspirational teacher who collaborates well within a team to achieve the best outcomes for students.
  • Ability to work as part of a diverse team with a range of experiences and responsibilities.
  • Ability to contribute to team professional develop and sharing of best practice within VCAD and PEN group.
  • Ability to show flexibility in your role for covering library presence, mentoring students and delivering academic skills workshops.



Benefits:

  • Annual leave (7.2 weeks)
  • Workplace pension scheme.
  • Company Sick Policy.
  • Statutory maternity/paternity pays.
  • Career development opportunities
  • Training and self-development opportunities.
  • Gym membership discounts
  • Retail discount schemes
  • Cinema discounts
  • Grocery discounts
  • Cycle to work
  • Investing and savings opportunities
  • Financial wellbeing – personal debt advise.
  • Financial wellbeing education
  • My Mind Pal (mental fitness)



If you are passionate about supporting students in their academic journey and have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply.


Join our team at Victoria College of Arts and Design and help make a positive impact on the lives and futures of our students.

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Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor

Victoria College of Arts and Design

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Location: On-site at our Manchester Campus (M1 1LQ)

Salary: £30,000 to £35,000

Hours: Full Time: 9am – 5pm, Monday-Friday. Occasional weekend and evening work required.

Department: Student Services

Reporting to: Academic Skills and Mentor Lead Officer



About us


Victoria College of Arts and Design (VCAD) provides higher education teaching and learning in the arts, design, creative industries and business fields. Our goal is to guide and support our students on their journey to becoming successful individuals and citizens. We strive to offer the best services and resources available to ensure that our students are well-prepared for graduate-level employment within the creative industries or any other aspect of the world of work. From enrolment to graduation, we are dedicated to nurturing our students' growth, fostering their creative and critical skills and equipping them with the confidence and abilities needed to excel in a professional environment. Whether through the dedication of our lecturers and support staff, our outstanding facilities, or our network of industry connections, Victoria College of Arts and Design is committed to helping and mentoring our students so that they achieve their personal goals and build themselves sustainable and fulfilling careers.



Position Overview


VCAD is seeking Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor to join our Academic skills, Mentoring and Library Team at our new campus in Manchester. The successful candidate will provide high-quality of academic skills support, mentoring support and supporting the library services for our students throughout their academic journey. This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. As an Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor, this role requires you to deliver and support the design of academic skills workshops, academic English, library instructions and mentoring students with research support in an educational setting.



Responsibilities


  • Develop and deliver programmes to enhance students’ academic literacy, digital, language and employability skills using appropriate materials and tools.
  • Collaborate with academic staff and students to understand resource demands and ensure resources meet learning and research needs.
  • Provide mentoring services to students at all levels of the degree journey to ensure that they have understood the topic, assessment tasks and content.
  • Provide guidance to students on how to use the e-library and support students using the physical campus library.
  • Review library materials regularly to ensure students have the reading materials available for each term.
  • Provide library cover as part of team’s weekly rota pattern.
  • Provide guidance on the use of print and electronic resources, including referencing and copyright.
  • Respond to course requirements and address the specific needs of students.
  • Utilise and develop diagnostic tools and online support materials.
  • Monitor and support students’ progression in academic English and skills development.
  • Tailor academic English and skills support programmes to different student groups and levels.
  • Assess and provide feedback on academic English and skills-related assignments.
  • Participate in transitional programmes to develop students’ written and verbal communication skills for university study.
  • Facilitate the integration of academic and digital literacy into all VCAD courses.
  • Collect and analyse data to continuously improve the service.
  • Contribute to project work, service planning, policy development, and innovation.
  • Develop links with colleagues in other institutions and contribute to external professional bodies and networks.
  • Support other duties as requested by the Team Leader or Head of Student Experience and Outcomes.



Requirements:


Essential:


  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
  • Experience teaching and supporting adult learners in HE or FE (at GCSE level or above) with academic writing and skills development.
  • Experience of mentoring students in higher or further education settings.
  • Understanding of the library’s role in learning and research.
  • Experience delivering library instruction and academic skills support in an educational environment.
  • Commitment to widening participation and supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to motivate students and make academic skills development rewarding and relevant.
  • Evidence of excellence in teaching and programme design.
  • Self-starter with the ability to initiate improvements in teaching.
  • Experience in setting and marking examinations and coursework.
  • Ability to work in team and share best practices.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage time and workload effectively.
  • Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Awareness of relevant literature on academic skills development in higher education.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when needed.
  • Strong IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to use learning technologies to support a diverse range of learner needs.
  • Aware of the challenges in academic writing due to growth of artificial intelligence.


Competencies:


Planning and Organising Resources/Service Delivery:

  • Ability to adapt to changing situations and reflect these changes in their approach.


Teaching learning and assessments:

  • Ability to use a range of teaching pedagogies like scaffolding, experiential learning and chunk learning to meet the needs of a range of diverse learners when delivering of academic skills.
  • Ability to design engaging interactive academic skills works emending learning technologies to develop digital literacy /transferable skills.
  • Ability to use a range of formative assessment and feedback approach in session to ensure learners are developing their academic skills.
  • Ability to delivery academic skills workshops in any learning environment; face to face, hybrid or fully virtual.
  • Ability to provide library instructions to students.
  • Ability to act as a mentor to students in providing assessment support and guidance.
  • Experience supporting library services.


Communication / Liaison and Networking:

  • Confidence in advising and supporting academic staff in integrating skills development into teaching.
  • Commitment to high-quality, reflective and collaborative professional practice in higher education.
  • Ability to liaise with key stakeholders such as academic faculty members, student engagement and exam team to ensure that we are targeting students that can benefit from our mentoring and academic skills services.


Teamwork and Motivation:

  • Inspirational teacher who collaborates well within a team to achieve the best outcomes for students.
  • Ability to work as part of a diverse team with a range of experiences and responsibilities.
  • Ability to contribute to team professional develop and sharing of best practice within VCAD and PEN group.
  • Ability to show flexibility in your role for covering library presence, mentoring students and delivering academic skills workshops.



Benefits:

  • Annual leave (7.2 weeks)
  • Workplace pension scheme.
  • Company Sick Policy.
  • Statutory maternity/paternity pays.
  • Career development opportunities
  • Training and self-development opportunities.
  • Gym membership discounts
  • Retail discount schemes
  • Cinema discounts
  • Grocery discounts
  • Cycle to work
  • Investing and savings opportunities
  • Financial wellbeing – personal debt advise.
  • Financial wellbeing education
  • My Mind Pal (mental fitness)



If you are passionate about supporting students in their academic journey and have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply.


Join our team at Victoria College of Arts and Design and help make a positive impact on the lives and futures of our students.

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Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor

Greater London, London Victoria College of Arts and Design

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Job Description

Location: On-site at London Borough and Harbour Exchange Campuses

Salary: £33,000 to £38,000

Hours: Full Time: 9am – 5pm, Monday-Friday Occasional weekend and evening work required.

Department: Student Services

Reporting to: Academic Skills and Mentor Lead Officer



About us


Victoria College of Arts and Design (VCAD) provides higher education teaching and learning in the arts, design, creative industries and business fields. Our goal is to guide and support our students on their journey to becoming successful individuals and citizens. We strive to offer the best services and resources available to ensure that our students are well-prepared for graduate-level employment within the creative industries or any other aspect of the world of work. From enrolment to graduation, we are dedicated to nurturing our students' growth, fostering their creative and critical skills and equipping them with the confidence and abilities needed to excel in a professional environment. Whether through the dedication of our lecturers and support staff, our outstanding facilities, or our network of industry connections, Victoria College of Arts and Design is committed to helping and mentoring our students so that they achieve their personal goals and build themselves sustainable and fulfilling careers.



Position Overview


VCAD is seeking an Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor to join our Academic skills, Mentoring and Library Team at our London campuses for London Borough and London Harbour Exchange – South Quay. The successful candidate will provide high-quality of academic skills support, mentoring support and supporting the library services for our students throughout their academic journey. This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. As an Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor, this role requires you to deliver and support the design of academic skills workshops, academic English,

library instructions and mentoring students with research support in an educational setting.


Responsibilities


  • Develop and deliver programmes to enhance students’ academic literacy, digital, language and employability skills using appropriate materials and tools.
  • Collaborate with academic staff and students to understand resource demands and ensure resources meet learning and research needs.
  • Provide mentoring services to students at all levels of the degree journey to ensure that they have understood the topic, assessment tasks and content.
  • Provide guidance to students on how to use the e-library and support students using the physical campus library.
  • Review library materials regularly to ensure students have the reading materials available for each term.
  • Provide library cover as part of team’s weekly rota pattern.
  • Provide guidance on the use of print and electronic resources, including referencing and copyright.
  • Respond to course requirements and address the specific needs of students.
  • Utilise and develop diagnostic tools and online support materials.
  • Monitor and support students’ progression in academic English and skills development.
  • Tailor academic English and skills support programmes to different student groups and levels.
  • Assess and provide feedback on academic English and skills-related assignments.
  • Participate in transitional programmes to develop students’ written and verbal communication skills for university study.
  • Facilitate the integration of academic and digital literacy into all VCAD courses.
  • Collect and analyse data to continuously improve the service.
  • Contribute to project work, service planning, policy development, and innovation.
  • Develop links with colleagues in other institutions and contribute to external professional bodies and networks.
  • Support other duties as requested by the Team Leader or Head of Student Experience and Outcomes.


Requirements:


Essential:


  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
  • Experience teaching and supporting adult learners in HE or FE (at GCSE level or above) with academic writing and skills development.
  • Experience of mentoring students in higher or further education settings.
  • Understanding of the library’s role in learning and research.
  • Experience delivering library instruction and academic skills support in an educational environment.
  • Commitment to widening participation and supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to motivate students and make academic skills development rewarding and relevant.
  • Evidence of excellence in teaching and programme design.
  • Self-starter with the ability to initiate improvements in teaching.
  • Experience in setting and marking examinations and coursework.
  • Ability to work in team and share best practices.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage time and workload effectively.
  • Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Awareness of relevant literature on academic skills development in higher education.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when needed.
  • Strong IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to use learning technologies to support a diverse range of learner needs.
  • Aware of the challenges in academic writing due to growth of artificial intelligence.


Competencies:


Planning and Organising Resources/Service Delivery:

  • Ability to adapt to changing situations and reflect these changes in their approach.


Teaching learning and assessments:

  • Ability to use a range of teaching pedagogies like scaffolding, experiential learning and chunk learning to meet the needs of a range of diverse learners when delivering of academic skills.
  • Ability to design engaging interactive academic skills works emending learning technologies to develop digital literacy /transferable skills.
  • Ability to use a range of formative assessment and feedback approach in session to ensure learners are developing their academic skills.
  • Ability to delivery academic skills workshops in any learning environment; face to face, hybrid or fully virtual.
  • Ability to provide library instructions to students.
  • Ability to act as a mentor to students in providing assessment support and guidance.
  • Experience supporting library services.


Communication / Liaison and Networking:

  • Confidence in advising and supporting academic staff in integrating skills development into teaching.
  • Commitment to high-quality, reflective and collaborative professional practice in higher education.
  • Ability to liaise with key stakeholders such as academic faculty members, student engagement and exam team to ensure that we are targeting students that can benefit from our mentoring and academic skills services.


Teamwork and Motivation:

  • Inspirational teacher who collaborates well within a team to achieve the best outcomes for students.
  • Ability to work as part of a diverse team with a range of experiences and responsibilities.
  • Ability to contribute to team professional develop and sharing of best practice within VCAD and PEN group.
  • Ability to show flexibility in your role for covering library presence, mentoring students and delivering academic skills workshops.



Benefits:

  • Annual leave (7.2 weeks)
  • Workplace pension scheme.
  • Company Sick Policy.
  • Statutory maternity/paternity pays.
  • Career development opportunities
  • Training and self-development opportunities.
  • Gym membership discounts
  • Retail discount schemes
  • Cinema discounts
  • Grocery discounts
  • Cycle to work
  • Investing and savings opportunities
  • Financial wellbeing – personal debt advise.
  • Financial wellbeing education
  • My Mind Pal (mental fitness)



If you are passionate about supporting students in their academic journey and have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply.


Join our team at Victoria College of Arts and Design and help make a positive impact on the lives and futures of our students.

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Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor

Manchester, North West Victoria College of Arts and Design

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Job Description

Location: On-site at our Manchester Campus (M1 1LQ)

Salary: £30,000 to £35,000

Hours: Full Time: 9am – 5pm, Monday-Friday. Occasional weekend and evening work required.

Department: Student Services

Reporting to: Academic Skills and Mentor Lead Officer



About us


Victoria College of Arts and Design (VCAD) provides higher education teaching and learning in the arts, design, creative industries and business fields. Our goal is to guide and support our students on their journey to becoming successful individuals and citizens. We strive to offer the best services and resources available to ensure that our students are well-prepared for graduate-level employment within the creative industries or any other aspect of the world of work. From enrolment to graduation, we are dedicated to nurturing our students' growth, fostering their creative and critical skills and equipping them with the confidence and abilities needed to excel in a professional environment. Whether through the dedication of our lecturers and support staff, our outstanding facilities, or our network of industry connections, Victoria College of Arts and Design is committed to helping and mentoring our students so that they achieve their personal goals and build themselves sustainable and fulfilling careers.



Position Overview


VCAD is seeking Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor to join our Academic skills, Mentoring and Library Team at our new campus in Manchester. The successful candidate will provide high-quality of academic skills support, mentoring support and supporting the library services for our students throughout their academic journey. This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. As an Academic Skills and Mentoring Tutor, this role requires you to deliver and support the design of academic skills workshops, academic English, library instructions and mentoring students with research support in an educational setting.



Responsibilities


  • Develop and deliver programmes to enhance students’ academic literacy, digital, language and employability skills using appropriate materials and tools.
  • Collaborate with academic staff and students to understand resource demands and ensure resources meet learning and research needs.
  • Provide mentoring services to students at all levels of the degree journey to ensure that they have understood the topic, assessment tasks and content.
  • Provide guidance to students on how to use the e-library and support students using the physical campus library.
  • Review library materials regularly to ensure students have the reading materials available for each term.
  • Provide library cover as part of team’s weekly rota pattern.
  • Provide guidance on the use of print and electronic resources, including referencing and copyright.
  • Respond to course requirements and address the specific needs of students.
  • Utilise and develop diagnostic tools and online support materials.
  • Monitor and support students’ progression in academic English and skills development.
  • Tailor academic English and skills support programmes to different student groups and levels.
  • Assess and provide feedback on academic English and skills-related assignments.
  • Participate in transitional programmes to develop students’ written and verbal communication skills for university study.
  • Facilitate the integration of academic and digital literacy into all VCAD courses.
  • Collect and analyse data to continuously improve the service.
  • Contribute to project work, service planning, policy development, and innovation.
  • Develop links with colleagues in other institutions and contribute to external professional bodies and networks.
  • Support other duties as requested by the Team Leader or Head of Student Experience and Outcomes.



Requirements:


Essential:


  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
  • Experience teaching and supporting adult learners in HE or FE (at GCSE level or above) with academic writing and skills development.
  • Experience of mentoring students in higher or further education settings.
  • Understanding of the library’s role in learning and research.
  • Experience delivering library instruction and academic skills support in an educational environment.
  • Commitment to widening participation and supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to motivate students and make academic skills development rewarding and relevant.
  • Evidence of excellence in teaching and programme design.
  • Self-starter with the ability to initiate improvements in teaching.
  • Experience in setting and marking examinations and coursework.
  • Ability to work in team and share best practices.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage time and workload effectively.
  • Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Awareness of relevant literature on academic skills development in higher education.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when needed.
  • Strong IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to use learning technologies to support a diverse range of learner needs.
  • Aware of the challenges in academic writing due to growth of artificial intelligence.


Competencies:


Planning and Organising Resources/Service Delivery:

  • Ability to adapt to changing situations and reflect these changes in their approach.


Teaching learning and assessments:

  • Ability to use a range of teaching pedagogies like scaffolding, experiential learning and chunk learning to meet the needs of a range of diverse learners when delivering of academic skills.
  • Ability to design engaging interactive academic skills works emending learning technologies to develop digital literacy /transferable skills.
  • Ability to use a range of formative assessment and feedback approach in session to ensure learners are developing their academic skills.
  • Ability to delivery academic skills workshops in any learning environment; face to face, hybrid or fully virtual.
  • Ability to provide library instructions to students.
  • Ability to act as a mentor to students in providing assessment support and guidance.
  • Experience supporting library services.


Communication / Liaison and Networking:

  • Confidence in advising and supporting academic staff in integrating skills development into teaching.
  • Commitment to high-quality, reflective and collaborative professional practice in higher education.
  • Ability to liaise with key stakeholders such as academic faculty members, student engagement and exam team to ensure that we are targeting students that can benefit from our mentoring and academic skills services.


Teamwork and Motivation:

  • Inspirational teacher who collaborates well within a team to achieve the best outcomes for students.
  • Ability to work as part of a diverse team with a range of experiences and responsibilities.
  • Ability to contribute to team professional develop and sharing of best practice within VCAD and PEN group.
  • Ability to show flexibility in your role for covering library presence, mentoring students and delivering academic skills workshops.



Benefits:

  • Annual leave (7.2 weeks)
  • Workplace pension scheme.
  • Company Sick Policy.
  • Statutory maternity/paternity pays.
  • Career development opportunities
  • Training and self-development opportunities.
  • Gym membership discounts
  • Retail discount schemes
  • Cinema discounts
  • Grocery discounts
  • Cycle to work
  • Investing and savings opportunities
  • Financial wellbeing – personal debt advise.
  • Financial wellbeing education
  • My Mind Pal (mental fitness)



If you are passionate about supporting students in their academic journey and have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply.


Join our team at Victoria College of Arts and Design and help make a positive impact on the lives and futures of our students.

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Executive Assistant - Academic Research Support

OX1 2JD Oxford, South East £30000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client, a prestigious academic institution, is seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to senior researchers and academic staff in Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK . This role is integral to ensuring the smooth functioning of research projects and administrative operations within a demanding academic environment. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage complex and ever-changing calendars, scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for senior academic staff.
  • Coordinate and prepare materials for meetings, including agendas, minutes, and supporting documents.
  • Handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
  • Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing correspondence via email and phone.
  • Assist with the preparation of research proposals, grant applications, and academic publications.
  • Organise and coordinate academic events, conferences, and seminars.
  • Manage travel logistics, including booking flights, accommodation, and preparing itineraries.
  • Maintain and organise filing systems, both physical and digital, ensuring efficient record-keeping.
  • Process expense claims and manage departmental budgets as directed.
  • Provide general administrative support, including photocopying, scanning, and data entry.
  • Liaise with university departments and external organisations as required.
  • Anticipate the needs of the academic staff and proactively address potential issues.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or Senior Administrator, ideally within an academic or research-intensive environment.
  • Exceptional organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and calendar management tools.
  • High level of discretion and confidentiality.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and problem-solving attitude.
  • Experience in coordinating travel arrangements and managing complex itineraries.
  • Familiarity with academic research processes, grant applications, or university administration is highly desirable.
  • A professional and positive demeanour.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled administrator to support cutting-edge research within a world-renowned institution. The role is based on-site at our client's premises in Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK , requiring full-time dedication to supporting the academic team.
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