Full Time - Permanent - High Wycombe
Salary - £32,332 - £36,024
Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That's why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University's DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.
You will be situated within the social work team in the School of Health and Social Care Professions. The purpose of the role is to support teaching and learning through the delivery of modules in conjunction with the Course Leader. Typical duties include tutorial class teaching; personal tutorial support; provision of feedback to students; course work assessment and examination marking. You will also work toward a fee waived PhD within the school in an area of your choosing. After successful completion of the PhD you will automatically be promoted to Lecturer in the school.
What we offer:
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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University's values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information about this role please contact Prof Jermaine M Ravalier, Head of School of Health and Social Care Professions. [email protected]
All applications are to be made in full and online.
BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU'S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.
Closing Date: 16 September 2024
Interview Date: W/C 30 September 2024
Please note that an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is required for this position. The successful applicant will be required to give consent to check their criminal record status through the DBS. Information will be kept in strict confidence. Your offer of appointment will be subject to the University being satisfied with the outcome of this check.
If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.
Location
High Wycombe
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary Range
£32,332 - £36,024
Hours per week
37
Closing Date
16/09/2024
Ref No
1606
Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Graduate Teaching Associate
School or Directorate: Health and Social Care Professions
Grade: F
Location: Buckinghamshire New University Campus(es)
Responsible to: Head of School
Job Purpose:
The purpose of the role is to support teaching and learning through the delivery of modules in conjunction with the Course Leader. Typical duties include tutorial class teaching; personal tutorial support; provision of feedback to students; course work assessment and examination marking. You will also work toward a fee waived PhD within the school in an area of your choosing. After successful completion of the PhD you will automatically be promoted to Lecturer in the school.
The role will be required to:
Main Duties & Responsibilities of the role:
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A = Application T = Test/Presentation I = Interview
Education, Qualifications & Training
Means of Testing
First Degree in a relevant field
A
Commitment to working towards and achieving a teaching qualification
A
Knowledge & Experience
Adequate knowledge in discipline/field
A/I
Specialist skills appropriate to the courses taught
A/I
Excellent knowledge of MS Office software
A/I
Skills
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing with all stakeholders
I
Excellent organisational and time management skills
I
Ability to be flexible and to respond to changing priorities in a busy environment
I
Excellent people skills with the ability to build good working relationships with colleagues and external partners.
I
Special Requirements
A willingness and ability to work in off-site locations
I
A willingness and ability to contribute to University Open Days (which may fall on Saturdays)
I
Behavioural INDICATORS
The BNU Behaviours Framework (BBF) is a framework for all University staff that sets out the key behaviours that exemplify the DRIVE values and ethos of the University. The nine categories provide a clear steer on behavioural expectations that will help support a step change in the performance and culture of the University. The three key behavioural indicators for this post are as follows:
Delivering excellent service
Providing the best quality service to external and internal customers/students/stakeholders. Building genuine and open long-term relationships in order to drive up customer service standards.
Finding solutions
Taking a holistic view and working enthusiastically to analyse problems and to develop workable solutions. Identifying opportunities for innovation.
Achieving results
Consistently meeting agreed objectives and success criteria. Taking personal responsibility for getting things done.
Location
High Wycombe
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary Range
£32,332 - £36,024
Hours per week
37
Closing Date
16/09/2024
Ref No
1606