Applied Business Academy Hiring for Programme Leader (Education, Learning and Development) Job at London, England Full Time

Reports to

Principal

Hours

40 hours per week

Salary band

£32,000 – £35,000 per annum

Location

Office based – London, UK

Programme Leader (Education, Learning and Development)

Purpose

The BA (Hons) Innovation in Learning and Development (Top-up) is taught by ABA and awarded by University of West London. You will provide academic leadership and support on the Programme, with the key role of planning, managing and reviewing the programme and supporting all teaching staff. The key responsibilities of a programme leader are to:

Manage the day-to-day delivery of the programme

Ensure a positive student learning experience

Monitor, review and enhance programme content and delivery

Roles & Responsibilities

Preparation

• Ensure that all aspects of the programme comply with the Academic Regulations for Taught Programmes
• Ensure that relevant module and programme specifications are maintained
• Identify staffing needs and work with relevant colleagues to allocate staff to modules on the programme
• Produce the Programme Handbook in electronic format, in line with the requirements of the University / Awarding Body
• Liaise with administrative staff over the provision of information needed to feed into central timetabling, and check that workable timetables are produced and distributed to staff and students as needed
• Liaise with administrative staff to ensure the programmes are appropriately administered
• Liaise with administrative staff over the scheduling of meetings of the staff-student committee and the module/programme board of examiners
• Engage in recruitment/marketing activities in relation to the programme in conjunction with appropriate colleagues

Delivery

• Ensure the policies and procedures of the University are implemented in the delivery of the programme
• Facilitate student registration on the programme in conjunction with appropriate administrative staff (at regular start points and for late-registering students)
• Co-ordinate and participate in the student induction process, liaising where appropriate with relevant colleagues and support services
• Lead Programme review boards/programme team meetings and report on key programme issues to relevant colleagues
• Contribute to the staff-student committee and report on key issues to relevant colleagues
• Respond to student queries relevant to the programme where these have not been satisfactorily resolved elsewhere, and ensure the general orientation of students through the programmes
• Monitor student participation, working with relevant colleagues as appropriate
• Ensure that the requirements of students with Student Support Plans are met
• Where a member of staff is unavailable for teaching, liaise with Operations Director/HR and other relevant colleagues regarding suitable cover
• Ensure student representatives have been selected for their role and trained by the Student Services within the designated time frame
• Maintain positive, regular communication with student representatives, responding to issues promptly

Quality Assurance

• Produce the Annual Programme Monitoring and Enhancement report in conjunction with the programme team
• Lead Periodic Programme Review in line with Institutional procedure
• To monitor compliance with, and completion of key quality and administrative processes self-evaluation, inspection, audit, approval, monitoring and review, preparing documentation and writing reports as appropriate and delegating as necessary
• Receive comments from external examiners and ensure that recommendations are implemented where appropriate
• Monitor student progress, achievement and retention
• Monitor suitability and availability of learning resources including library resources
• Monitor the currency and relevance of the programme curriculum
• Ensure engagement with Library and colleagues on programme developments and reviews
• Ensure that the College Equality and Diversity statement is reflected in the programme specification and is fully integrated into the delivery of the programme
• Raise any significant issues or concerns regarding the programme, staff or students with the Principal / Head of Quality and Standards / Director of Operations

Other Responsibilities

• To agree objectives and targets with the Principal in accordance with College priorities and participate in the staff appraisal process.
• To represent the programme, delegating where appropriate, at internal and external events and meetings as necessary
• To participate in professional/academic associations and develop and participate in external networks.
• To maintain professional standards in relationships, including non-discriminatory practices
• To adopt a client-centred approach and to deal promptly and considerately with members of the public, school partners, staff and students
• To undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required, including administrative duties appropriate to the role
• Where programmes have or are seeking professional body accreditation, the programme leader is responsible, in conjunction with appropriate academic and administrative staff, to act as a representative of the College with the professional body to ensure the programme meets the needs of the approval panel.

This is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities of this post. The post holder may be required to carry out other duties in keeping with the nature of the post.

Key Working Relationships

The post holder will have key working relationships with:

• Head of Quality and Standards
• Director of Operations
• Head of Student Services
• Registry Manager
• Human Resources Manager

Additional Information

The postholder will be expected to have knowledge of:

• Mental health, wellbeing and safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults.
• The Prevent Duty.
• The Equality Act 2010.
• The QAA Quality Code for Higher Education

Person Specification

Essential

• UK master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline
• Experience of teaching at Higher Education level
• Active interest in current developments in teaching, learning and the student experience
• Commitment to diversity, equality, inclusivity and safeguarding

Skills and Experience

• Student-centred approach
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Creative approach to problem-solving
• Knowledge of software including MS Office and other HE applications

Desirable

• Programme Management experience
• PGCE, PGCHE or Equivalent Professional recognition
• Availability during some weekends

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London, E14 9RH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Expected start date: 25/07/2022