LEARNING TECHNOLOGIST (DIGITAL PRACTICE)

at  Buckinghamshire New University

WHAT WE OFFER:

• a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
• Hybrid working (dependent 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.
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  Please click here for our behavioural based interview question bank.
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  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 Ben Brabon at Ben.Brabon@bnu.ac.uk
  All applications are to be made in full and online, and include a supporting statement of how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the criteria in the job description and person specification.
  BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.
  We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Learning Technologist (Digital Practice)
Directorate: LEAP
Grade: F
Location: High Wycombe (with travel to Uxbridge and Aylesbury campuses and partner institutions)
Hours: 37
Responsible to: Head of Pedagogy and Practice
Responsible for: N/A

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

A good understanding of the pedagogical principles underpinning academic practice within higher education and how technology can be used to enhance student learning
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Experience of VLE administration
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Experience of providing support to academic staff in an educational environment
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Experience of using technology to enhance student learning
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Experience of designing and creating e-learning materials and online learning resources
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Knowledge of basic coding and general understanding of web page development and web design principles
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Knowledge of administering virtual classrooms and lecture capture technologies
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Knowledge of the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in an educational setting
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Knowledge of and enthusiasm about e-learning and digital education
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SKILLS

Effective presentation skills and excellent spoken and written English
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Excellent general IT skills including use of Microsoft Office
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Data analysis and digital literacy
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Clear and confident communicator
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Excellent report writing skills
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Effective management of data to meet ethical requirements and compliance (e.g., GDPR)
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Ability to meet deadlines
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The ability to work occasional evenings and weekends subject to operational requirements.
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JOB PURPOSE:

• Provide vital support for all technology enhanced learning systems and develop digital practice across the University.
• Support the development of digital literacy in both students and staff who teach and support learning.
• Contribute to the integration of new systems, as well as being part of digital education projects.
• Support the ongoing development of the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) ensuring that it is fit for purpose.
• Provide training for teaching staff in the use of digital systems and tools.
• Assist teaching staff in the develop of online learning materials.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:

• Build and maintain excellent working relationships with school-based stakeholders.
• Take a leading role in supporting the management of Technology Enhanced Learning projects.
• Provide expert pedagogical advice, guidance, consultancy and support for academic staff and teams to integrate technological innovations into teaching activities.
• Act as a contact for staff and student queries relating to learning technologies, provide guidance based on their specific requirements.
• Provide advice, assistance and training to staff using VLE and other tools to help them identify VLE features and learning technology tools appropriate to the learning needs of their students.
• Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of VLE and associated technologies.
• Create documentation, resources and guides to support staff and students in their use of VLE and other e-learning tools and technologies.
• Review materials on VLE and other e-learning tools and advise staff of best practice for effective use of VLE and other tools, as well as checking, editing and testing functions and features of content material created.
• Develop interface designs and module area templates for VLE and publish/upload online learning content into the VLE.
• Develop and maintain a reference bank of freely available educational resources and online tools which may be beneficial for staff and students.
• Communicate with IT and Academic Registry staff to ensure consistency of information provided to academic staff and students regarding VLE.
• Demonstrate an awareness of user issues regarding accessibility, inclusivity and usability to ensure VLE, online learning resources and associated tools and technologies are accessible to all users.
• Participate in local and national VLE and e-learning networks to keep up-to-date with developments and trends in e-learning and emerging technologies that could support learning and teaching.
• Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.

BBF (TOP 3 KEY BEHAVIOURAL CATEGORIES MOST APPLICABLE TO THE ROLE)

Delivering Excellent Service
Working Together
Managing Self and Personal Skill