University of Suffolk
Job title:
Outreach and Aspiration Advisor
Company
University of Suffolk
Job description
Outreach and Aspiration AdvisorIpswich, Suffolk£31,396 – £34,980 per annum, pro rataPermanent – Part-timeAbout the teamThe Directorate of Learning and Teaching brings together the Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) and Library & Learning Services for staff and students. The Centre for Excellence leads institutional work in relation to the research and evaluation of evidence-driven enhancement of curriculum and pedagogy. This work underpins the University’s achievements in relation to Access and Participation, Teaching Excellence, and the good outcomes of all within our learning community.About the roleThe Outreach and Aspirations Advisor works across a range of education providers in our region to raise students’ aspirations to apply to and attend higher education. They work collaboratively with colleagues across the University of Suffolk to develop programmes for raising aspiration and attainment pre-entry to university, and to ensure that potential students understand opportunities for developing their potential and succeeding in their chosen area of study and future career. This work is particularly focused on those students from backgrounds under-represented in higher education.About youYou will be confident in delivering and designing programmes for young people in secondary education, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. You will have knowledge of the access and participation agenda in higher education and experience in developing and delivering programmes of activity for students that has been underpinned by robust and ethical evaluation methods.If you feel that you could make a positive contribution within this new opportunity, please refer to the full job description for further details or for an informal conversation please contact Daisy Robinson (Head of Engagement and Belonging) [email protected])Benefits– Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days.
– Agile and flexible working, including family friendly policies.
– We offer a competitive pension scheme through USS.
– Staff discounts at a number of local amenities.
– Discounted membership at various Ipswich Fit sites: unlimited access to gyms, swimming lanes, fitness classes and discounted racket sports.
– We offer up to a 100% fee waiver for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course, subject to a set of criteria and conditions.
– Cycle to Work scheme.
– Electric vehicle salary sacrifice.
– Wellbeing programmes.
– Staff recognition annual awards.Closing Date: Wednesday 9 October 2024Interview Date: Thursday 17 October 2024Interviews will be held in person at the University campus on 17 October 2024. The interview process will include a presentation to an interview panel followed by questions.We are a values driven organisation, committed to ensuring we remain a beacon for aspiration and achievement, while providing a great environment to work and study. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.We believe sustainability is fundamental to our culture and our business as usual working practice, and are commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), whilst actively addressing resource usage and climate and biodiversity degradation.£31,396 to £34,980 pro rata
Expected salary
£31396 – 34980 per year
Location
Ipswich, Suffolk
Job date
Thu, 19 Sep 2024 23:29:19 GMT
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