Lead For Academic Personal Tutoring

Overview of the Role The Lead for Academic Personal Tutoring works closely with the Head of Student Support to support and advise colleagues in the SES team, and support and train Academic Personal Tutors. They will also work in collaboration with the Directors of Student Education in the School of Medicine. They will inform and guide strategy on student wellbeing and support and assist with the oversight and management of the day-to-day operational aspects of student support provision within the School. The Lead for Academic Personal Tutoring is part of the Student Support Team, School of Medicine, which consists of: Student Education Service (SES) Support (including School Disability Officer) Student Education Service (SES) Progress Head of Student Support Careers Officer ‘Front-of-house’ support is delivered by SES Support. The Head and Lead for Academic Personal Tutoring, support SES in this key function. This role will deliver enhanced strategic co-ordination of Academic Personal Tutoring and support for all students, within the School of Medicine. These areas of responsibility require a pro-active approach together with liaison with colleagues across the School of Medicine (including the Placement Team, Programme Leads, Heads of Years and Director of Progress, NHS clinical disciplines within NHS Trust partners, and GP practices). The School has an extensive programme of support for students, spanning student academic progression and success, wellbeing, career decisions, disability and health. Support for international students is a key part of the student support network, across MBChB, TPG and CUPS programmes within the School.    To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: Andrea McGoverin, Head of Student Support Email:  a.m.mcgoverin@leeds.ac.uk Or Barbara McPherson, Institute Lead for Student Education Email: b.e.macpherson@leeds.ac.uk Additional Information Working at Leeds  We are a campus based community and regular interaction with campus is an expectation of all roles in line with academic and service needs and the requirements of the role.  We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements. To find out more about the benefits of working at the University and what it is like to live and work in the Leeds area visit our Working at Leeds information page.  Our University   As an international research-intensive university, we welcome students and staff from all walks of life and from across the world. We foster an inclusive environment where all can flourish and prosper, and we are proud of our strong commitment to student education.  Within the School of Medicine we are dedicated to diversifying our community and we welcome the unique contributions that individuals can bring, and particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, people who belong to a minority ethnic community; people who identify as LGBT+; and disabled people. Candidates will always be selected based on merit and ability.  Information for disabled candidates Information for disabled candidates, impairments or health conditions, including requesting alternative formats, can be found on our Accessibility information page or by getting in touch with us at hr@leeds.ac.uk Location: Leeds - Main Campus Contract type: Ongoing Further details: Candidate Brief