Deputy Programme Leader – Digital & Technology Solutions
Home Based
Competitive Salary And Benefits
What will you be doing?
As Deputy Programme Leader, you will be responsible for assisting the Programme Leader in the leadership and academic management of the MSc Digital & Technology Specialist Degree Apprenticeship programme.
We use a blended learning approach to the delivery of our programmes, meaning that our Lecturers support learners through online content and activities, remote interactive sessions (e.g. WebEx or discussion forums) and in live-online or Face-to-Face workshops.
You will help to ensure compliance with academic and apprenticeship standards, providing a high-quality student experience and cultivating a high-calibre academic team.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Programme Leader in the day to day running of the programmes to ensure the programme is fit for purpose & delivers an excellent learner experience
- Assist with preparation for exam boards and attend where necessary
- Liaise with Module Leaders and Lecturers regarding delivery, assessment, marking and management of modules
- Act as a point of contact for Module Leaders on the programme/s where required
- Monitor and review student’s achievement/progression, implementing additional support mechanisms as appropriate
- Deliver high-quality learning across the Digital Degree Apprenticeship programmes at Level 6 and 7.
- Development of course materials including videos for online learning, learning activities, slide decks and assessments for multiple modules within Degree Apprenticeships
- Provide in-depth expert knowledge in your subject area offering insights cross functionally when required
- Contribute to product maintenance:
- Checking existing material for accuracy
- Updating existing material - manuals and labs
- Creating new material
- Contribute to the wider team activities on assessment and teaching as required.
- Act as moderator and peer reviewer for modules on a termly basis.
- Positive ambassador for QA by performing to QA’s expected reputation for excellence and innovation
- Take ownership for own continuous professional development (CPD) to ensure up to date and relevant subject knowledge.
Criteria needed for this position
- MSc achieved in a STEM / Tech related subject
- Experience in a Programme Leader/Module Leader/Head of Level role within an educational setting
- Industry experience in one of these subject areas: IT Project management, Data, Software engineering, Cyber security
- Teaching qualification achieved desirable
What We'll Do For You!
Down time
Taking time for ourselves is so important these days which is why we dedicate some of our benefits to support your health & wellbeing. These include: 27 days holiday each year, holiday buying scheme, Medicash plan, Gympass, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and 2 days per year charity leave.
How We’ll Help With Finance Matters
In addition to pension, group income protection and life assurance, QA are offering you an annual pay review, access to our employee discounts benefit hub with hundreds of deals and savings on goods and experiences, season ticket loan, tech scheme and an employee referral scheme.
Personal growth
Learning and opportunity is at the core of what we do – and that applies to you too!
You’ll have the unique opportunity to develop your skills on our QA authored courses in the latest tech (you’ll get 3 training days/year to do this). You can also delve deep into our world-class digital learning content from Circus Street and Cloud Academy on a variety of tech and business topics. Or perhaps you’d like to enrol on a Degree or Masters programme to enhance your skillset or learn new things.
Safeguarding Statement
QA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults with care and support needs. We hold the expectation that all staff share this commitment in creating a safe and inclusive environment and as an organization, we comply with relevant legislation and best practices in safeguarding and safe recruitment.
This Post Is Exempt From The Rehabilitation Of Offenders Act 1974 And a Comprehensive Screening Process Will Be Undertaken On Successful Applicants Including
an enhanced disclosure check
Child Barring list check
qualification checks
online checks
medical fitness
identity and right to work
All applicants will be required to provide two references covering the previous three years and a Criminal Declaration form must be completed and returned ahead of interview.
If this is what you’re looking for, here are the next steps:
Hit the apply button and register on our QA website to fill out our quick and easy application form - we'll be in touch with the next steps if successful
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