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Location

Liverpool | United Kingdom

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Job description

Location: Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre

Contract : Full-time (37.5 hours per week), Permanent

Salary: up to£43,429.88 per annum (DOE)

Study Group is a global leader in preparing students for international academic success and rewarding careers through a transformational learning experience. The universities we work with trust us to increase their international footprint, access student diversity and provide assured progression, so they can continue to focus on academic excellence.

Reporting to the Head of Centre, the Head of English and Academic Skills will lead a team of English tutors, ensuring that all English and Academic Skills modules across all courses and programmes are delivered to agreed standards, follow the agreed curriculum, and utilise agreed assessment modes, resulting in the best possible outcomes for students and the best possible student experience. The Head of English will also manage the delivery of modules and lead on teaching, learning and assessment initiatives in the Centre to embed good practice in language development and academic skills within both Academic English Skills and subject module delivery.

NB: The term ‘Academic Skills’ may apply to both the Study Group Academic English Skills module and any modules that include academic/research project activities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Leadership, Management, and Personal Development:

• Lead and motivate a team of English tutors to enhance student outcomes and experiences.
• Collaborate with the Centre Leadership team to develop and implement effective learning, teaching, and assessment strategies.
• Identify and implement language and Academic Skills development strategies, evaluating their impact on students.
• Conduct performance management, setting objectives, and conducting regular reviews for direct reports.
• Recruit academic staff, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Facilitate staff participation in personal development activities.

Academic and Operational Management:

• Plan and oversee the delivery of English and Academic Skills modules, ensuring optimal student outcomes.
• Allocate teaching resources efficiently, adhering to scheduling guidelines and budget constraints.
• Oversee the production of documentation for courses, including outlines, handbooks, and teaching materials.
• Lead the design and implementation of fair and secure assessment activities.
• Ensure academic integrity and teach modules as agreed with the Head of Centre.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to introduce new programs and methods of delivery.

Academic Standards, Quality Assurance, and Enhancement:

• Ensure adherence to Study Group and LJMU policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Monitor and respond to External Examiner feedback, implementing necessary actions.
• Facilitate high standards of teaching and learning, supporting continuous improvement.
• Conduct focus group meetings with students to address issues and gather feedback.
• Contribute to the production of evaluative documents and reports for submission to Study Group and LJMU.

Course Approval, Changes, and Programme Oversight:

• Contribute to the development of new courses and modules related to English and Academic Skills.
• Propose program or module changes in line with policies and procedures.

Partnership Management:

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key academic contacts at the university.
• Ensure effective interaction between university staff and academic staff for a seamless transition for students.
• Represent the ISC for English and Academic Skills at meetings with the university, providing presentations and data analysis as required.

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor’s degree (Essential)
• Relevant Teaching qualifications e.g., DELTA, TEFL, MA TESOL (Essential)
• Leadership and management training (Desirable)
• Leadership and management experience in a teaching and learning environment (Essential)
• Experience in leading a team to achieve high levels of student academic performance and outcomes against agreed targets (Essential)
• Experience in teaching English to international students in UK Higher or Further Education (Essential)
• Experience in planning and running complex education courses in English and Academic Skills (Desirable)
• Experience in leading the provision of academic skills within HE environments (Desirable)
• Experience of partnership working in the education sector (Desirable)

ABOUT US

Study Group is a leading international education provider that is dedicated and passionate about helping students around the world, creating a brighter future and reaching their full potential. With university partnerships and a variety of face-to-face, online, and hybrid study programmes, we are able to provide students with the resources and guidance they need to succeed. Our global network of offices and university partnerships ensure that students receive the best educational services available. Additionally, our Insendi platform enables us to deliver innovative, accessible, and intuitive digital learning experiences with the most advanced digital tools available.

ORGANISATIONAL COMPLIANCE

Study Group is proud of its high standards in safeguardingand recognisesits importance in enabling the best possible student experience and outcomes. Forsuccessful applicants, the following checks will be conducted- Criminal Background Check (country-specific), x2 References, ID and Right to Work checks as well as Education Verification.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, religion, nationality, or any other factor. We believe that the best person for the job should be selected based on skills and experience alone. Your information will be kept confidential and stored securely. Please see our Privacy Policy .

We adopt a rolling recruitment process meaning that we review applications as they are submitted. To avoid disappointment, please ensure that you apply ASAP.

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