Professional Qualifications (PQ) Tutor

(SBR). This role requires a student-centric approach, strong technical expertise, and the ability to engage learners both in the classroom and online, supporting their progression and achievement throughout their studies.

Key Activities & Responsibilities:

Teaching and Learning:

• Deliver high-quality, exam-focused teaching across professional qualification programmes, using diverse and inclusive teaching methods.
• Regularly review and enhance content, structure, and assessment to ensure alignment with professional standards and evolving student needs.
• Use technology effectively, including virtual learning environments (VLEs), to create engaging and accessible learning experiences.
• Prepare and deliver both face-to-face and online sessions, ensuring high-quality materials are available for students.
• Assess and provide constructive feedback on student work, including homework and mock exams, supporting their academic progression.

Student Support and Engagement:

• Identify and respond to the needs of individual students, offering tailored academic and pastoral support.
• Proactively monitor and manage student attendance, engagement, and performance, ensuring compliance with LSBF policies and systems.
• Act as a mentor, coaching students on effective study practices and exam preparation.

Collaboration and Contribution:

• Collaborate with academic and administrative teams to ensure a cohesive approach to student learning and programme delivery.
• Share resources and best practices with colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Participate in projects related to content development, teaching enhancement, and new initiatives to meet organisational goals.

Operational and Administrative Duties:

• Assist with administrative tasks, including attendance monitoring, examinations, student progress tracking, and reporting by working collaboratively with the Head of Learning, Quality and Operations and student support staff.
• Address issues affect course delivery and escalate complex problems as needed, maintaining accountability for quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with institutional protocols and contribute to accreditation processes and reporting requirements.

Student Recruitment and Business Development:

• Support student recruitment efforts by participating in open days, webinars, blog authoring and other promotional activities.
• Engage in initiatives to improve student retention and satisfaction, contributing to LSBF’s reputation and sustainability.

Professional Development and Flexibility:

• Commit to ongoing professional development, including achieving relevant teaching qualifications if not already held.
• Demonstrate adaptability by taking on evolving responsibilities, to align with organisational needs.
• Be prepared to maintain flexibility in working hours, recognising that most teaching currently takes place during evenings and weekends, with a readiness to adapt to scheduling needs as required.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management to meet evolving organisational needs.
• Prioritise health and safety, adhering to statutory obligations and LSBF’s internal policies.

Special Conditions:

• Flexibility in working hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet programme needs.
• Openness to hybrid and freelance teaching models as required.

Requirements for the role:

Essential Desirable:

• Professional qualifications relevant to the courses taught (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW).
• Teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, PGCHE).
• Fellowship of Advance HE (HEA) or equivalent.

Knowledge & Skills:

Essential Desirable:

• Strong technical expertise in professional qualification standards.
• Proven ability to deliver engaging and inclusive teaching and assessment.
• Proficiency in digital tools for education, including virtual learning environments (VLEs).
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative mindset, with a focus on sharing resources and supporting team success.
• Experience in business development or contributing to programme growth.

Experience:

Essential Desirable:

• Minimum of 2 years’ teaching experience in professional qualifications.
• Experience in curriculum development and supporting student success.

Behavioural Attributes:

Essential Desirable:

• Demonstrates professionalism, credibility, and commitment to excellence.
• Self-motivated, with a student-centric approach to work.
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills, with the ability to support and guide colleagues and students.
• Problem-solving and time-management skills, capable of working in a dynamic environment.