Library & Academic Practice Coach - Bradford, United Kingdom - Bradford College

Bradford College

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Bradford, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We have two fantastic opportunities for an undergraduate or recent graduate to join our Learning, Development & Innovation department as a
Library & Academic Practice Coach.

Based primarily in the David Hockney Library and Universal Skills Centre, but willing to work flexibly across college, the
Library and Academic Practice Coach will support the academic success of learners by providing personal, group and classroom support for study skills including writing, IT, time management and revision.

We have one full time (37 hours per week) and one part time (30 hours per week) available

Responsibilities include:

Providing individual facetoface or online support to Bradford College's FE and HE students in order to improve their library, IT study and academic practice.
Delivering sessions to support English, IT and Maths, including reading groups and maths clubs
Contributing to a programme of sessions provided to students in collaboration with other departments.
Creating guides and learning materials, both in electronic and paper form.
Working with course leaders to provide effective interventions for students who are struggling in certain areas.
Referral to other support services as appropriate
Carry out processes relating to the daily operations of library services when required, including using the Library Management System, locating relevant print and electronic resources, keeping the library tidy and wellorganised, and supporting the library's enquiry services.
Available to work until 8pm one day per week if required.
Very occasional weekend work to support open days and marketing activity.

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Education & Training

GCSE 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
GCSE 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
Degree or working towards

Experience

Experience in academic study practise, including academic writing.
Successful experience of working with students to achieve
Ability to utilise IT and ILT both for administrative and teaching purposes
Experience of working in a customer focused environment

Bradford College

At Bradford College our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone.

Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.

Our aim is to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues.

With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference to the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

Generous annual leave entitlement
equivalent to 30 days holidays, plus bank holidays
Additional college closure days, including 2week Christmas closure
Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
Annual salary reviews
Career progression opportunities 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
Free sports and gym facilities
Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
Confidential employee assistance service and onsite mental health first aiders
Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
Discounts on greener travel cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
Access to hair and beauty treatments in our studentled Signature Spa
Onsite dining facilities, including our awardwinning Grove restaurant
A host of training development opportunities
Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 202
The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed creating a better future for all through education and training.
If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to inhouse training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that social media checks will also be undertaken during the