Academic Skills Tutor (Maths) (L

Birmingham City University (BCU) presents a compelling opportunity for a dedicated Academic Skills Tutor (Maths) to join its dynamic and newly established Academic Skills Team, nestled within the Library & Learning Resources department. This role is ideal for individuals with a background in learner development, teaching, or coaching, who possess a genuine passion for student success and demonstrable experience in providing academic support, specifically within the realms of mathematics and statistics.

As a valued member of a focused team supporting the School of Architecture, Built Environment, Computing and Engineering, you will be instrumental in fostering students' academic achievements and nurturing their capacity for lifelong learning. Your contribution will involve building student confidence through the development and delivery of essential academic skills, with a strong emphasis on maths and stats.

Key Responsibilities and Opportunities:

• Specialist Support Delivery: Provide tailored and expert assistance to students across a spectrum of academic skills, with a particular focus on mathematics and statistics.
• Engaging Instruction: Design and deliver impactful embedded teaching sessions, interactive group workshops, and individual one-to-one support.
• Resource Development: Create accessible and engaging learning materials that enhance student understanding and retention.
• Collaborative Alignment: Work closely with Academic Skills Managers and Library Business Partners to ensure academic support services are seamlessly integrated with course and subject requirements.
• Service Enhancement: Actively contribute to the evaluation and continuous improvement of academic support offerings, driving excellence in service delivery.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in delivering academic skills support, with a specific emphasis on mathematics and statistics.
• Proficiency in designing and delivering engaging group workshops, one-to-one sessions, and online learning resources.
• A strong ability to support students with diverse learning needs, empowering them to become independent learners.
• The capacity to thrive both autonomously and as an integral part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks, manage multiple responsibilities effectively, and maintain accurate student progress records.
• A deep commitment to promoting accessibility, fostering student success, and driving continuous improvement in academic support services.

Birmingham City University is a vibrant and inclusive educational community, home to over 30,000 students from more than 100 countries. The university is dedicated to delivering a transformative educational experience, championing world-class research, and cultivating a supportive and collaborative working environment. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in upholding excellence in education, research, and sustainability.

Our student body mirrors the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham, with a significant presence of students from underrepresented backgrounds. This diversity is a core strength, requiring a workforce that can effectively challenge deficit-based narratives and instead recognise and cultivate the inherent assets and potential within all students. BCU is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that upholds lawful free speech and academic freedom. We continuously review and enhance our policies and practices to promote these values across all operations. We believe that by collaborating and leveraging our diverse backgrounds and experiences, we can empower each other to achieve our full potential.

The University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer. This commitment includes offering a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who fully meet the essential criteria for this role.

The appointed candidate will be eligible for the Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS).

Advantageous for Career Path:

This role offers a fantastic platform for professionals passionate about education and student development. You'll gain invaluable experience in a forward-thinking academic environment, honing your skills in curriculum design, pedagogical approaches, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The opportunity to contribute to a newly formed team provides a chance to shape service delivery and have a tangible impact on student outcomes. Furthermore, the university's commitment to diversity and inclusion, alongside its status as a Disability Confident employer, underscores a progressive and supportive workplace culture, which is highly attractive for long-term career growth and personal development.