JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Code :
JOB TITLE
Academic Study Skills Tutor
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
Library and Learning Resources Team
POST HOLDER
Vacant
REPORTS TO
University Librarian
RESPONSIBLE FOR
Providing underpinning curriculum study skills support for students in
all subject areas
JOB CONTEXT
Provision of maths/literacy and information literacy study skills
JOB PURPOSE:
To provide responsive support to deliver maths/literacy and information literacy skills for a wide range
of students to enable them to develop strategies to cope with the demands of their academic work and
aid learning success and student retention
A.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
A1.
To assist in creating an effective learning environment for students.
A2.
To assess new students’ academic study skills needs using a variety of techniques.
A3.
To assist students to develop individual learning strategies.by teaching and developing study
skills in maths/literacy, information literacy, research and analysis, organisation, time
management and motivation.
A4.
To utilise Moodle, create learning objects and use other learning opportunities to support
academic study skills provision across the University.
A5.
Contribute to the development of the academic study skills provision and contribute effectively
to the University’s retention strategy across all subject areas.
A6.
Undertake relevant administrative functions and collaborate in projects as a team member of
the Library and Learning Resources Team
Modified 3/08/2007
A7.
Evaluate and document student progress and the effectiveness of the study skills strategy.
A8.
To liaise with colleagues in the Library and Student Services, academic leaders and
programme leaders to establish the required level and type of development necessary in order
to inform a targeted approach to study skills.
B.
PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
B1.
Act in a professional manner at all times and maintain confidentiality of information.
B2.
Maintain an appropriate awareness of and work effectively within the policies and procedures
of the University participating in appropriate processes, e.g. appraisal, Continuing Professional
Development, Health and Safety, Peer Observation etc.
B3.
Act in support of the University’s Health, Safety and Environment Policy by working safely and
following the procedures and codes of practice derived to protect you and others.
This job description is subject to review and amendment in the light of changing needs of the
Department/Institute and to provide appropriate development opportunities.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
The person appointed should hold a good honours degree (preferably higher) or equivalent in an
appropriate subject and have experience at delivering maths/literacy and/or information literacy study
skills to students. Ideally the appointee will have experience of delivering in a HE environment.
Excellent communication and organisational skills will be required and you must be self-motivated with
a professional attitude and be able to work both as a member of a team and independently.
Modified 3/08/2007
Person Specification
Study Skills Tutor
Essential
Qualifications
Experience
Skills and Abilities
Other
Key to Stages:
1 = Application
Good honours degree or
equivalent in an appropriate
subject area
Ability to deliver maths/literacy
study skills to a broad range of
students
Delivering study skills support in
a post-16 learning environment
Excellent communication skills
(both written and verbal)
A highly motivated, enthusiastic
team player who can
demonstrate good
organisational and
administrative skills and has the
ability to meet deadlines
Good presentation skills
Adherence with University of
Wales Equal Opportunities
Policies at all times
Desirable
Higher degree
Ability to deliver
information/digital literacy
study skills
Ability to working with
students with individual
learning needs
Stage to be
assessed
1
1
1, 2
1,2
1, 2
2
1, 2
2
2 = Interview
Modified 3/08/2007
JOB DESCRIPTION GRADING
This job description has been graded at:
Name __________________________________________________ Date ___________________
Signature _________________________________________
(Human Resources)
JOB DESCRIPTION ACCEPTANCE: Head of School/Department
I hereby confirm that this job description is a true reflection of the role.
Name _________________________________________ Date
_______________________
Signature _________________________________________
(Head of School/Department)
JOB DESCRIPTION ACCEPTANCE: Postholder
I hereby confirm that I have read and understand the information held within this job description and
give my commitment to fulfil the role effectively.
Name _________________________________________ Date
_______________________
Signature _________________________________________
(Post Holder)
Modified 3/08/2007