Student Learning Development Advisor (0.6 FTE)

The Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the role is to provide Trinity students with academic learning services and to equip them with world-class academic and graduate skills for their studies and beyond.

A key component of the role is promotion and partnership of the service across the University to provide a centre of expertise and advice, with a focus on research, evidence-based strategies and approaches to teaching and learning. The role-holder must have proven leadership skills and experience in managing projects in an educational context. The ability to make independent decisions and offer best practice, end-to-end solutions to enhance student learning at university is a key component of this job.

The SLD Advisor will develop and deliver workshops, implementing best-practice educational and psychological principles.  The postholder will manage new initiatives aimed at specific cohorts, for example postgraduate & international students and represent SLD at University working groups where required. The postholder will also provide individual appointments to students to develop their ability to be self-directed learners, coupled with providing a range of proven strategies in academic performance enhancement.

A strong understanding of pedagogy, evidence-based learning strategies and excellent communication skills are all essential, as well as an ability to work effectively within a team.

Context

This role is in the Student Learning Development (SLD) team within the Student Counselling Services (SCS) together with Student Counselling and Student 2 Student, supported by a central Administration team. The Student Counselling Services sits within Student Services in the Corporate Services Division (CSD).

Student Learning Development seeks to enhance student learning through the development and facilitation of research-led approaches to learning in higher education. SLD provides all PG and UG students with evidence-based services and resources to maximise academic potential and to complete their studies successfully, e.g., self-management, academic writing and critical thinking skills. These services include both group and individual supports to students and align with the University strategy to support students.

The role-holder will enhance the student experience at university level through contribution to College committees and projects, such as PG Renewal, Academic Integrity Working Group and others as required. The role involves leading partnerships across student and academic services i.e., Library, International Students, PAS, CAPSL, CELLT, Student Disability Service to ensure a collaborative approach to Student Learning in the University

This role-holder will have responsibility for service delivery in collaboration with members of the SLD team and the wider Trinity community.

The role reports to the SLD Coordinator.

Post Summary- Student Learning Development Advisor (0.6 FTE) 

Post status: 1 Year Fixed-Term Contract  

Hours of Post: Part-Time (0.6 FTE)

Salary: This appointment will be made on the Administrative 1 (Points 1-3), Salary Scale ( €65,367 - €84,560 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)

How to apply:

In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (1x A4 page) that specifically address the following points in their application.

Applicants should clearly address their experience and how they obtained their knowledge in their application.

Illustrate, through past example, their ability to work on their own initiative and resolve problems. 

Applicants who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage. Applications must be submitted by the closing date specified through eRecruitment. Any Applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.

Please see the Job Description below for this position.

Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Hiring Manager Susan Kirwan, Student Learning Development Co-Ordinator, E: [email protected] 

Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at E:[email protected] and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.

At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war.

We are ranked 3rd in the world for gender equality (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2020) and we hold an Athena SWAN Bronze award, recognising our work to advance gender equality. The University is actively pursuing a Silver level award, which it has committed to achieving by 2025. Trinity is committed to supporting the work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.