Learning Development Tutor at Oxford Brookes University

£34,980 rising to £38,205, pro rata

The Centre for Academic Development is recruiting for a Learning Development Tutor who will be an expert in academic skills development and will work with both staff and students to help students reach their academic potential.

This is a permanent, part time (0.8 FTE) post.

You will be

• Helping students at all levels to improve their academic literacies through 1:1 teaching sessions, tailored to their needs.
• Teaching small and large group study skills sessions across a range of subject disciplines.
• Liaising with colleagues in faculties and departments in developing collaborative initiatives.
• Drawing from current best practice in learning development to help students at Brookes have an inclusive learning experience.

You should have

• An honours degree or equivalent, PGCE or other teaching qualification or relevant work experience.
• Experience of teaching in HE in the area of academic / study skills development, both 1:1 and in small and large groups.
• Excellent teaching and communication skills.
• Ability to establish good rapport with students, staff and the wider community.
• Good IT skills and the ability to use a range of software packages.
• Ability to work independently on own initiative.
• Able to deal with staff and students with confidential issues.
• Flexible and adaptable in managing a varied workload in a fast-changing environment.
• A demonstrable commitment to student achievement and to enhancing the student experience.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role before applying please email academicdev@brookes.ac.uk to arrange a time.

You will also enjoy the benefits of working at Oxford Brookes University with up to 38 days holiday, rising to 41 days holiday (this includes 13 Bank Holidays and Concessionary Days), a generous Local Government pension scheme (19.2% Employer contribution rate), cycle to work scheme and access to a variety of university facilities (Brookes Nursery, Gym and sports facilities). For more information about benefits please see the document ‘All about Brookes’ below.

This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points-based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who don’t currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route.

As part of the application process all applicants are required to complete our online application form by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button on the Oxford Brookes vacancy page. You will be routed to this when you click on the above “Apply” button. Please submit a CV and personal statement. The personal statement should provide evidence, including specific examples, of how you meet each of the person specifications listed on the document below.

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

Closing Date: 07 April 2024

Location: Gipsy Lane Site, Headington Campus

For more information: pdteam-operations@brookes.ac.uk