Senior Learning Technologist
ICT


UA92 is a new higher education institution that's daring to be different. Open to students in 2019, we are looking to build a “best in class” team of expert educators and experienced professionals, with the ability to develop UA92 from the ground up and drive this new venture forwards at pace, establishing it quickly as a sector leader.

At UA92, you will have the opportunity to make an impact in an organisation where change is constant, challenging convention is embraced and the vision is big!

THE ROLE
We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled and innovatively minded Senior Learning Technologist to work with the Dean of Academic studies and other colleagues in the development of UA92’s digital learning environment. You will have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and an innovative approach to delivering learning.

The post-holder will have overall responsibility for the evaluation, user testing and implementation of upgrades to learning technologies. In addition, there will be people management responsibilities as the UA92 learning technology team develops and there will be strategic oversight of project work.

The Senior Learning Technologist will have the skills and confidence to provide excellent customer service to both staff and student users and possess the creativity to solve problems relating to the DLE and various other learning technologies.

The Senior Learning Technologist will also champion emerging technology and learning trends in the market and will be a key decision maker when assessing their viability for deployment into UA92’s digital learning environment.

Acting as the role model practitioner and a specialist within UA92’s Digital Learning Environment, you will lead the development and delivery of a game changing learning infrastructure – supporting colleagues to optimise their use of digital and virtual technologies and associated pedagogies.

You will help to ensure that our students have a sector leading learning experience with a strong trajectory into employment and early career advancement.
You will join a small, agile and forward-looking academic and professional service team and will work collegiately with colleagues across the institution, and with employer partners to embed the principles, philosophy and values of UA92.

The post-holder will:
• Lead, manage and motivate a small team of technologists and system support colleagues
• Mentor tutors to enhance their pedagogy through the use of appropriate technology, both in the classroom and outside
• Be a champion of innovative pedagogy to ensure UA92 is at the forefront of teaching excellence
• Embed effective approaches in the use of digital technologies whilst inspiring colleagues to be innovative and creative in their teaching and delivery modes
• Provide advice and technical support for the development and maintenance of the DLE and other technologies to support learning

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a proven and well-qualified individual with sector experience and a track record of success and personal credibility as a Senior Learning Technologist. You will be a highly effective creative thinker with exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, and an ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. You will also have a passion for providing accessible, high-quality, university level education across multiple platforms in a project environment - be an innovator in your own practice; a strong team player, with the tenacity to solve problems and seek continuous improvement opportunities

Please note we are receiving high volumes of applications for UA92 roles so please submit your application as early as possible, as adverts may be closed early where large numbers of applications are received.

For further information about UA92 and all current and future job vacancies, please visit www.ua92.ac.uk

To apply click here


Location
University Academy 92
Vacancy Description
 

UA92 is a new higher education institution that's daring to be different. Open to students in 2019, we are looking to build a “best in class” team of expert educators and experienced professionals, with the ability to develop UA92 from the ground up and drive this new venture forwards at pace, establishing it quickly as a sector leader.

At UA92, you will have the opportunity to make an impact in an organisation where change is constant, challenging convention is embraced and the vision is big!

THE ROLE
We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled and innovatively minded Senior Learning Technologist to work with the Dean of Academic studies and other colleagues in the development of UA92’s digital learning environment. You will have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and an innovative approach to delivering learning.

The post-holder will have overall responsibility for the evaluation, user testing and implementation of upgrades to learning technologies. In addition, there will be people management responsibilities as the UA92 learning technology team develops and there will be strategic oversight of project work.

The Senior Learning Technologist will have the skills and confidence to provide excellent customer service to both staff and student users and possess the creativity to solve problems relating to the DLE and various other learning technologies.

The Senior Learning Technologist will also champion emerging technology and learning trends in the market and will be a key decision maker when assessing their viability for deployment into UA92’s digital learning environment.

Acting as the role model practitioner and a specialist within UA92’s Digital Learning Environment, you will lead the development and delivery of a game changing learning infrastructure – supporting colleagues to optimise their use of digital and virtual technologies and associated pedagogies.

You will help to ensure that our students have a sector leading learning experience with a strong trajectory into employment and early career advancement.
You will join a small, agile and forward-looking academic and professional service team and will work collegiately with colleagues across the institution, and with employer partners to embed the principles, philosophy and values of UA92.

The post-holder will:
• Lead, manage and motivate a small team of technologists and system support colleagues
• Mentor tutors to enhance their pedagogy through the use of appropriate technology, both in the classroom and outside
• Be a champion of innovative pedagogy to ensure UA92 is at the forefront of teaching excellence
• Embed effective approaches in the use of digital technologies whilst inspiring colleagues to be innovative and creative in their teaching and delivery modes
• Provide advice and technical support for the development and maintenance of the DLE and other technologies to support learning

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a proven and well-qualified individual with sector experience and a track record of success and personal credibility as a Senior Learning Technologist. You will be a highly effective creative thinker with exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, and an ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. You will also have a passion for providing accessible, high-quality, university level education across multiple platforms in a project environment - be an innovator in your own practice; a strong team player, with the tenacity to solve problems and seek continuous improvement opportunities

Please note we are receiving high volumes of applications for UA92 roles so please submit your application as early as possible, as adverts may be closed early where large numbers of applications are received.

For further information about UA92 and all current and future job vacancies, please visit www.ua92.ac.uk

To apply click here