Programme Leader
Who are we looking for?
We are currently looking for a new Programme Leader STEM to join our ONCAMPUS Aston academic team.
The role is on a full-time, permanent basis with the location set in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
This role leads the academic delivery and team of tutors for STEM subject area and academic pathways.
The programmes OnCampus Aston offer are:
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Level 4 International Year 1 Computer Science, International Year 1 Cybersecurity, International Year 1 Engineering
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Level 3 Undergraduate Foundation Programme
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Engineering and Physical Sciences
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Life Sciences
Within these programmes there are a range of STEM related modules.
In support of CEG ONCAMPUS strategic objectives, the Programme Leader STEM is expected to work closely with the partner; develop, maintain and improve ONCAMPUS delivery of programmes, with responsibility for academic quality decision making; maintain an up to date knowledge of university and ONCAMPUS academic rules and regulations and accurately implement them; ensure the planning and delivery of courses meet the needs and expectations of all stakeholders (students, university partner, sponsors, agents etc); contribute to meeting or exceeding progression targets; ensure excellence in day-to-day-operations and build and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders.
We recommend that if you are interested in any of the roles, you apply as soon as possible. Candidates may be interviewed and potentially offered before the application end date.
Responsibilities will include:
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Plan, prepare, and deliver up to 15/ hours of high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment each week.
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Model quality teaching, as a leading teaching practitioner in the subject, to colleagues to enhance quality teaching e.g. peer observations.
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Contribute to the day-to-day academic management of the programmes to ensure excellence at all stages of learning is met via a variety of processes (including the development of pre-arrival modules and other resources, placement tests, embedding of the ONCAMPUS Learning, Teaching and Assessment Policy, performance tracking and reporting, etc.).
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Contribute to and ensure key quality standards are met via a variety of processes (including moderation meetings, responding to external examiner reports, periodic programme reviews, borderline meetings, QAA Higher Education Reviews & Annual Monitoring visits, and other key ONCAMPUS quality assurance activities).
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Provide a comprehensive student induction programme/ university experience.
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Review and update and implement the tutorial programme.
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Actively engage in the professional development and performance management of reporting tutors to ensure high standards in their teaching and CPD incl. appraisals.
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Provide coaching and counselling to support the wellbeing of reporting tutors.
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Ensure trainee and new-joiner teachers are appropriately trained, monitored, supported and assessed.
Please refer to the detailed Job Description attached in the job advert.
Key education, skills & experience required:
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Master’s degree or equivalent level qualification & Teaching qualification
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English language qualification to IELTS 8.0 or equivalent (if applicant is a non-native English speaker)
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Extensive teaching experience ideally including teaching international students
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Educational leadership experience & Teacher training experience
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Experience of quality management is desirable
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Ability to develop teaching resources to a professional level, to meet the needs of students without compromising course aims and objectives
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Ability to analyse assessment data, together with information about students’ prior attainment, to establish benchmarks and set targets for improvement
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Ability to produce concise summary reports and present these as requested
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Ability to co-ordinate and develop a programme team
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Excellent time management and organisational skills
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Effective communication, both written and oral
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Strong IT skills, particularly the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Moodle (or other VLE)
What does ONCAMPUS do?
ONCAMPUS teach pre-university programmes with opportunity for guaranteed progression to a wide range of Undergraduate and Master’s degrees at leading universities in the UK, USA and mainland Europe. Since 2008, ONCAMPUS has helped thousands of students’ progress to their chosen university. ONCAMPUS is part of Cambridge Education Group a global company with its headquarters in Cambridge, UK.
About ONCAMPUS Aston
ONCAMPUS Aston is a newly established teaching centre within Aston University teaching L3, L4 and L6 programmes to international students. Our students benefit from an integrated experience at Aston University, are well behaved and eager to learn.
The ONCAMPUS centre is a supportive and collaborative working environment located within the heart of the University. In addition to the well-behaved and motivated students, you will find a stimulating learning environment, a state-of-the-art library amid a vibrant university campus. In addition, you will join a team of diverse and inclusive academics and student support professionals, to enhance the experience our students have, before they progress to university.
We believe at ONCAMPUS that everyone should have the opportunity to work in a friendly environment where your thoughts and ideas are respected. Some key benefits of working with ONCAMPUS Aston include access to the very competitively priced gym facilities and subsidised parking is available for staff who drive to the centre, as well as many other benefits available to all Cambridge Education Group team members.
Benefits
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Private Medical Insurance
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Life Assurance cover
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Perkbox (includes hundreds of discounts)
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Salary sacrifice car leasing Scheme from Tusker
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Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work scheme
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Salary sacrifice Technology Purchasing Scheme
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – giving caring and compassionate support to all staff, as well as dedicated Mental Health & Wellness Champions
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Discounted rates on Master’s degrees with CEG Digital Partner Universities (25% off)
Pension – Royal London salary sacrifice pension scheme currently 5% employee minimum contribution and 3% CEG employer contributions.
Holiday – Enhanced holiday of 25 days plus U.K bank Holidays.
Closing Date 26 August 2024
Programme Leader