Lecturer in Business and Partnerships - INTERNAL APPLICATIONS ONLY
Full Time - Permanent - High Wycombe
Salary - £37,099 – 41,732
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 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.
Following exceptional growth in student numbers, we are looking to recruit a
Lecturer in Business and Partnerships. The key duties of the post holders will
be to contribute to the teaching and delivery of Professional, undergraduate
and taught postgraduate programmes, including the academic and personal
support of students. An ability to teach and supervise in the area of digital
business would also be preferable.
The post holder will also be responsible for providing academic oversight and
programme management of University-validated courses being delivered at
multiple Partner Colleges and participate in any administrative, review,
quality assurance and reporting processes, including the attendance of
meetings and adherence to key deadlines, as appropriate to the context.
What we offer:
a generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum, plus bank holidays & a
set amount of closure days between Christmas and New Year, dependent on
when they fall each year.)
Hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
training & development support opportunities
contributory pension scheme
discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
a range of staff discounts with major retailers.
Please click here to see our wide range of benefits available for employees.
Please click here for our behavioural based interview question bank.
Please click here to view our employee handbook.
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 Alison Maton on
[email protected]
All applications are to be made in full and online. The University operates an
anonymized shortlisting process and therefore, we encourage applicants to make
their CV/supporting documents anonymized. All our Hiring managers undergo
inclusive recruitment training.
Closing Date: 30 April 2024
Interview Date: 3 May 2024
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.
At Buckinghamshire New University equality of opportunity and diversity is at
the heart of all we do and fully integrated into our values. Our aim is to
create an inclusive environment where everyone thrives and feels a sense of
belonging. We are committed to diversity and welcome applications from
different backgrounds and experiences.
Buckinghamshire New University 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
£37,099 - £41,732
Hours per week
37
Closing Date
30/04/2024
Ref No
1535
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Lecturer in Business and Partnerships
School: Business and Law
Grade: G
Location: High Wycombe / Partner College Site(s)
Hours: 37
Responsible to: Head of Partnerships
Job Purpose:
Provide academic and programme management oversight of Buckinghamshire New
University courses, being delivered at one or more validated/approved
Partner Colleges.
In the above capacity as ‘Partnership Tutor', liaise and work closely with
University and Partner College staff to ensure the effective management
and delivery of the relevant taught programmes.
As ‘Lecturer', teach and support students by adopting a learner-centred
approach and being committed to contributing towards delivery of a first-
class student experience, for undergraduate and postgraduate students, and
with appropriate use of technology to support different delivery formats.
Contribute towards curriculum development, and, research and enterprise
activities, whilst undertaking relevant scholarly activity and taking
responsibility for own CPD.
Be a team-player and contribute to the wider work of the
School/University.
The relative proportions of Partnership Tutor and Lecturer activities will be
agreed with the Line Manager and subject to change, depending upon future
needs and requirements. However, it is expected that at least four days per
week will be strongly focused on Partnership work, this likely requiring
working visits to one or more different College locations.
Main Duties & Responsibilities of the role:
Education:
To undertake research-informed teaching in the subject discipline managing
all aspects of curriculum delivery and the associated student experience
at partner organisations to the highest standards in accordance with the
University's requirements, OfS conditions of registration and the TEF.
To undertake associated activities in connection with the courses taught
at partners including: module and course leadership, including leadership
of the apprenticeship programmes; curriculum development; personal
tutoring student recruitment; assessment, review and evaluation.
Work in the capacity of a ‘Partnership Tutor', to provide academic
oversight and programme management of University-validated courses being
delivered at one or more Partner Colleges.
Work closely with staff at Buckinghamshire New University and Partner
Colleges to ensure that all necessary University policies and procedures
are properly followed (compliance).
Support the delivery of rigour, due diligence, standards, quality, and
positive experience in all aspects of the Partner student's journey; this
could include admissions, study skills support, learning and teaching
practice, monitoring and support of student engagement, oversight, and
support of assessment processes (including marking).
Participate in any administrative, review, quality assurance and reporting
processes, including the attendance of meetings and adherence to key
deadlines, as appropriate to the context.
To achieve good student satisfaction – demonstrating ‘customer focus' and
achieving strong NSS results.
Demonstrate inclusive practice in curriculum design and delivery. Work to
eliminate attainment gaps.
To contribute to Open Days, school, college and partnership links and the
marketing and promotional work of the Department and School.
To support students in supervising placements, learning in practice,
internships and work-related activities.
To deliver pastoral care to, and project supervision of, students.
To plan and deliver the curriculum using appropriate digital technologies,
including the use of IT and multimedia.
To provide effective feedback, support and guidance to students, which
promotes improvement of performance.
To evaluate the effectiveness of your practice; use data and student
feedback to identify opportunities to enhance the quality of your teaching
and the outcomes for learners. Proactively work with colleagues in the
School and across the University to share good practice, seek
opportunities to enhance practice, and thereby demonstrably enhance the
student experience and outcomes
To undertake and promote cross disciplinary teaching to contribute to the
success of the wider University.
To engage in professional development activities (e.g. CPD, attendance at
conferences) relating to teaching, learning and assessment.
Research and Professional Practice:
To conduct research and scholarly activity of relevance to the senior
lecturing role and/or area of professional practice and align own research
with teaching and learning.
To contribute to the REF and KEF and to internal and external research and
enterprise strategies, as applicable.
To engage with relevant business and professional networks to promote
teaching and learning and research in a professional context.
To engage in professional development activities (e.g. CPD, attendance at
conferences) relating to research, enterprise and/or the relevant
profession.
To maintain an external profile within own academic subject area at a
level appropriate to the discipline.
To maintain and foster the high reputation of the University in practice
partner settings.
Leadership and Management:
To manage and lead on initiatives/areas of work which facilitate School
and/or University performance.
Demonstrate involvement in the support and development of Graduate
Teaching Associates, contributing to the recruitment and mentoring of new
colleagues, as appropriate.
To promote the University values within the academic community.
To adhere to the BNU Values and advance Equality Diversity and Inclusivity
for students and colleagues.
Liaison and Networking:
Participate in relevant internal and external networks
Work closely with the academic teams at partners delivering BNU courses
Promote and market the work of the University in the subject area.
Contribute to the enhancement of education quality and thinking in the
field by being involved in quality assurance, external decision-making
bodies, groups and subject associations.
Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g., the Data
Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and
Diversity) in all working practices
Any other such reasonable duties as required by the Head of School /
Deputy Head of School.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A = Application T = Test I = Interview
Education, Qualifications & Training
Means of Testing
First degree in a relevant field
A
Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field
A
Evidence of recent scholarship and/or continuing professional development
relevant to the post
A
Recognised HE teaching qualification and/or Fellow of the HEA
A
Knowledge & Experience
Expert knowledge in discipline/field
A/I
Experience of working with Partner Colleges with regards to programme
delivery, for example, in the role of Partnership Tutor
A/I
Peer review and undertaking research related activity in partnership with
other HEIs
A/I
Relevant teaching experience in the UK or European HE sectors
A/I
Proven experience of working effectively within teams
A/I
Proven experience in dealing with students at HE level, writing teaching
plans, course and programme management, curriculum development and validation
A/I
Skills
Excellent presentation skills
I/A
Digitally able and proficient in Microsoft tools
I/A
Highly effective communication skills
I/A
Special Requirements
A willingness and ability to work in off-site locations, for example at
Partner locations in the UK and internationally, and across all University
campuses, as required
I/A
A willingness and ability to contribute to University Open Days (which may
fall on Saturdays)
I/A
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:
Working collaboratively and across boundaries with others in order to achieve
objectives.
Recognising a valuing the different contributions people bring to this
process.
Location
High Wycombe
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary Range
£37,099 - £41,732
Hours per week
37
Closing Date
30/04/2024
Ref No
1535
