Chemistry Tutor

Who we are: Oxford International

Oxford International Education Group is a renowned institution dedicated to providing exceptional educational experiences to international students. With a global presence and a commitment to academic excellence, we strive to empower students to achieve their full potential and thrive in a dynamic, interconnected world. We are proud of our culture and have recently been officially certified as a Great Place to Work ©!

Job Purpose

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Life Sciences tutor (Chemistry) with excellent digital skills to join our teaching team. Your role will involve the teaching and assessment of international students to support strong academic achievement and progression outcomes. You will support learners in all aspects of their educational studies using both pre-prepared materials and innovation within your teaching as well as utilising a wide range of e-learning opportunities where appropriate. 

If you feel you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required for this role, we look forward to receiving your application.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Chemistry modules to international pathway students from a range of linguistic, educational and cultural backgrounds 
• Remain sensitive to the expectations of students from different cultural and national backgrounds whilst encouraging an open and questioning approach to learning that leads students to become independent learners
• Provide academic support for students, as appropriate, through consultations and tutorials, demonstrating a willingness to offer extra advice outside normal class hours 
• Develop and maintain an encouraging environment in which accepted rules of behaviour are consistently applied 
• Select, prepare, develop and use teaching and learning materials appropriate for international students 
• Assess students throughout their modules of study, regularly creating, providing and marking both formative and summative evaluations 
• Provide detailed oral and written feedback to students and other stakeholders, for example, the College Manager and Director, as required 
• Carry out administrative and record-keeping tasks associated with teaching and assessment (e.g. accurate attendance records, student progress reports, schemes of work, test invigilation)
• Assist with the development of module templates, schemes of work, assessment materials & Handbooks
• Populate the VLE (Blackboard) with relevant materials for students to access
• Attend and contribute to college meetings and training sessions as required
• Act as a positive ambassador for Oxford International pathway programmes

Person Specification

Statutory requirements

• Appropriate PVG disclosure
• Undergo an Enhanced DBS disclosure checkor overseas equivalent.

Qualifications 

• A first university degree in a relevant subject 
• A recognised teaching qualification or HE teaching experience
• MA in a relevant subject (Desirable)
• PGCE (with QTS) (Desirable)

Experience and knowledge

• Significant relevant teaching experience in UK further or higher education
• Experience of teaching using a range of effective strategies and classroom approaches. 
• Experience of teaching on a university pathways programme. students (Desirable)
• Experience of teaching international students (Desirable)

Personal qualities 

• Empathy with international students and an understanding of their needs
• Flexibility & adaptability
• Excellent communication skills, oral & written
• Commitment to the professional learning community at the College 
• Understanding of the higher education environment
• High level IT skills 

This job description is provided as a guide to the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive description of duties and responsibilities and may be subject to periodic revision. 

Please apply via the ‘Apply’ button above.

Oxford International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme administered by Disclosure Scotland, and satisfactory employment references. This role may involve working with under-18 students.

Oxford International is an equal opportunity employer. Every applicant and employee has the same opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.