We are recruiting an Academic Developer to join LTEC

Opportunity overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join the University of Salford’s Learning and Teaching Enhancement Centre (LTEC). As an experienced and dynamic professional with a demonstratable track record in educational/ academic development in higher education, you will play a significant role working as LTEC business partner supporting our Academic Schools in delivering bespoke academic practice, learning design interventions and evaluation.

In partnership with School Leadership, LTEC facilitates the enhancement of academic practice across the University, inspiring excellence in teaching, learning and assessment. The Academic Developer requires the ability to support and empower individuals and academic teaching teams through staff development events, bespoke teaching team workshops and accredited programmes of study.

Academic Developer - University of Salford VX

Opportunity ID : 2912

Opportunity Closing Date 05/03/2025, 23:55

Primary Location : Salford - Peel Park Campus

School or Business Unit : Learning & Teaching Enhancement Centre

Contract Type : Full Time Permanent

Salary : ￡46,485 - ￡55,295

Key responsibilities

• Identify, and drive strategic, high impact academic development initiatives across the University focusing on the development of learning design, teaching assessment and feedback, graduate outcomes, and student engagement, belonging and retention.
• Contribute to the intentionally inclusive design, management, and facilitation of workshops, evidencing the impact of development and pedagogical-based interventions (including the production of advice and guidance documents and methodologies in response to local and institutional needs).
• Build close professional relationships and sustainable networks with leaders, managers and key stakeholders to identify and disseminate examples of good practice from across the University.
• Lead, teach, assess, review and enhance the Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice.
• Drive development, including CPD frameworks in academic practice, aligned with the PSF, in support of future Advance HE institutional accreditation, fostering an environment which supports improvements in academic performance to the benefit of the University, its students and staff.
• Lead credible and professional relationships across the academic and professional services communities
• Liaise with and influence School leaders and key stakeholders to shape bespoke solutions addressing school needs and aligned to the University academic development agenda.

A bit about our School or department

The Learning and Teaching Enhancement Centre is led by the Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor for Learning and Teaching Enhancement and supported by a nucleus of people with a proven track record of delivering excellence in the academic practice. LTEC provides a focal point to disseminate and embed best practice, engaging with staff across all areas of the university. We support staff to support the student’s academic journey, working with and within Academic Schools to embed changes and to enhance practice. LTEC is an enabler to transform academic practice, bringing Salford to the forefront as a sector leader in innovative, digitally enabled and societally focused pedagogic practice and scholarship of education.

As part of the LTEC team, you will contribute to our four institutional priorities of?building prosperity and equity, developing innovative practice; improving environments and sustainability; and enabling healthier living to enrich the lives of students and staff.

What’s in it for you?

The University of Salford (UoS) is ambitious and at the heart of a fast-developing community. Our expertise, through teaching, research, innovation, and engagement leads the way in areas such as health, energy, media, and the built environment.

With over 200 languages spoken across Greater Manchester, we create an inspirational, inclusive learning and working environment. Our 20,000 students contribute enormously to the local economy, already incredibly diverse, we want to ensure this is reflected across our colleague profile as well.

To help you, we have wide ranging colleague support networks, promoting awareness events throughout the year with opportunities to share experiences with others. We are committed to support the student and colleague experience and the beliefs and values you bring to our community. Come and join us at the University of Salford where we are all proud to belong?-?watch us in action here!

What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary?-?and excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave?– An impressive 32 days leave, plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!

Flexible working?-?we support a culture of flexible and hybrid working, typically with 3 days on campus, subject to business requirements.

Professional development?- a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.

Our community?– there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives.

The perks!?MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts.

Wellbeing?– your wellbeing is our priority. We have a wide range of dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health.

Team Salford?-?By joining us, you can be part of our ambitious journey and help make a real difference to the people and communities we support.

Become unstoppable – apply today! Academic Developer - University of Salford VX

Interviews for this role are scheduled for the 24th of March.