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Job reference
REQ02701
Application closing date
07/06/2019
Location
Colchester
Salary
Grade 7, SP 27 (£16.20 per hour). GTAs who have achieved AFHEA accreditation before the start of the module will be paid at SP 28 (£16.68 per hour)
Employment type
Fixed-term, Part-time
Job category/type
Academic
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Graduate Teaching Assistants, Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies
Job description
***INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY***
The Department of Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies is seeking to appoint a number of Graduate Teaching Assistants for the academic year 2019-2020 to assist with teaching on first and second year modules. Applications are invited from research students in other departments.
You can view a list of modules for which
we are currently inviting applications,
here
.
Applicants for posts as GTAs must be in their second or third year of study in 2019-2020 (unless the student concerned is going onto a PhD after completing their MA at the University of Essex) and be registered for a postgraduate research degree at the University of Essex during all or part of the academic year 2019-2020.
The posts will be offered as fixed-term employment contracts until the post holder completes or withdraws from postgraduate studies or enters further completion or an extension to completion period.
Although an overarching contract will be in place for the duration of postgraduate studies, GTAs will need to apply for individual posts and will have no entitlement to future engagements beyond their initial post. The reason the contract is fixed-term is that these posts provide an opportunity for postgraduate research students to develop interpersonal, communication and practical skills.
GTAs who have previously taught within the Department, should hold CADENZA accreditation in order to be considered.
Range of hours offered
The total number of hours per week is variable and determined by the number of classes undertaken by each Graduate Teaching Assistant.
Purpose of the role and responsibilities
The Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTAs) post will contribute to the Department's teaching programme by providing teaching and tuition to help students meet their learning outcomes.
This post also provides a development opportunity for postgraduate students to develop their teaching skills in preparation for more senior teaching posts in future and to achieve professional recognition. GTAs assist academic staff at the University by performing teaching or teaching related duties normally using existing teaching materials.
Graduate Teaching Assistants will receive close supervision and direction from the Module Supervisor, including regular feedback, pastoral support and guidance. The Module Supervisor will give full background on the module and clear direction on the content to be taught and the preparation necessary, and will undertake assessment of teaching. If marking is to be undertaken, it should be in line with the University's
Marking Policy
and under the guidance of the Module Supervisor.
Main Responsibilities
*
Attending all main lectures for the designated module that provide input to the allocated classes;
*
Preparing and teaching classes to undergraduate students;
*
Holding academic support hours related to the modules taught;
*
Maintaining regular contact with the module leader and teaching team;
*
Marking coursework assignments and prepare feedback to students, including use of FASER;
*
Marking exam papers;
*
Undertaking related administrative duties.
Background Skills and Qualifications required
Applicants should have a good knowledge of the requirements of the subject area of the module taught. You should also have an undergraduate degree or other appropriate qualification in a relevant subject area. Successful completion and achievement of descriptor 1 of the UK Professional Standards Framework by the end of the second term of teaching (CADENZA) is also required.
In addition, the following attributes are essential:
*
Able to communicate academic and teaching material clearly to both academic staff and a wide range of students.
*
Effective organisation skills to manage time and prioritise different duties.
*
Able to present work in a well-structured and coherent manner.
*
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Training and Support
GTAs must engage in professional development activity related to teaching, learning and assessment responsibilities. All GTAs are expected to achieve Associate Fellowship of the HEA (CADENZA) at the first possible opportunity and by the end of their first year of teaching (or they will not normally be able to continue teaching as a GTA). GTAs will be paid for all mandatory training. The following training should be undertaken:
*
Attendance at the two day induction event (September and/or January) (12 hours)
*
Equality & Diversity and other mandatory online training (3 hours)
*
Complete the CADENZA application (6 hours).
In addition, there will be the following Departmental induction and training:
A General Induction with the Director of Graduate Studies, Dr Kevin Lu. Date to be confirmed.
General Information about the Department
The Department of Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies
is seeking to appoint Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) to join members of staff in teaching undergraduate modules that will be offered as options to students from a variety of departments within the University, and as part of our
BA Childhood Studies
,
BA Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies
and BA Therapeutic Care degrees at the Colchester Campus.
How to Apply
To apply, please send an up-to-date
curriculum vitae
and a
covering letter
explaining your interest in and suitability for the post.
Applications should be addressed to:
Debbie Stewart, Department Manager, Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester CO4 3SQ.
Closing date for receipt of applications:
Friday 7 June 2019
Interviews are likely to be held on:
Monday 24 and Tuesday 25 June 2019
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the Head of Department or his/her nominee and other members of teaching staff. Candidates invited to interview will be provided with feedback on their interview performance and suitability for the role of Graduate Teaching Assistant on request.
Applicants for posts as Graduate Teaching Assistant must be registered for a postgraduate degree at the University of Essex during all or part of the academic year 2019/20.
Appointment to these posts will be for a specified period of weeks during the academic year. Payment will vary according to the number and mix of classes taught, but will be based on multiples of the University base rate for Graduate Teaching Assistants (Grade 7 Spinal Point 27).
GTAs having completed CADENZA before the start of the academic year will be paid on Grade 7 SP 28.
Job title
Graduate Teaching Assistants, Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies
Job reference
REQ02701
Application closing date
07/06/2019
Location
Colchester
Salary
Grade 7, SP 27 (£16.20 per hour). GTAs who have achieved AFHEA accreditation before the start of the module will be paid at SP 28 (£16.68 per hour)
Employment type
Fixed-term, Part-time
Job category/type
Academic
Attachments
Blank
Job description
***INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY***
The Department of Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies is seeking to appoint a number of Graduate Teaching Assistants for the academic year 2019-2020 to assist with teaching on first and second year modules. Applications are invited from research students in other departments.
You can view a list of modules for which
we are currently inviting applications,
here
.
Applicants for posts as GTAs must be in their second or third year of study in 2019-2020 (unless the student concerned is going onto a PhD after completing their MA at the University of Essex) and be registered for a postgraduate research degree at the University of Essex during all or part of the academic year 2019-2020.
The posts will be offered as fixed-term employment contracts until the post holder completes or withdraws from postgraduate studies or enters further completion or an extension to completion period.
Although an overarching contract will be in place for the duration of postgraduate studies, GTAs will need to apply for individual posts and will have no entitlement to future engagements beyond their initial post. The reason the contract is fixed-term is that these posts provide an opportunity for postgraduate research students to develop interpersonal, communication and practical skills.
GTAs who have previously taught within the Department, should hold CADENZA accreditation in order to be considered.
Range of hours offered
The total number of hours per week is variable and determined by the number of classes undertaken by each Graduate Teaching Assistant.
Purpose of the role and responsibilities
The Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTAs) post will contribute to the Department's teaching programme by providing teaching and tuition to help students meet their learning outcomes.
This post also provides a development opportunity for postgraduate students to develop their teaching skills in preparation for more senior teaching posts in future and to achieve professional recognition. GTAs assist academic staff at the University by performing teaching or teaching related duties normally using existing teaching materials.
Graduate Teaching Assistants will receive close supervision and direction from the Module Supervisor, including regular feedback, pastoral support and guidance. The Module Supervisor will give full background on the module and clear direction on the content to be taught and the preparation necessary, and will undertake assessment of teaching. If marking is to be undertaken, it should be in line with the University's
Marking Policy
and under the guidance of the Module Supervisor.
Main Responsibilities
*
Attending all main lectures for the designated module that provide input to the allocated classes;
*
Preparing and teaching classes to undergraduate students;
*
Holding academic support hours related to the modules taught;
*
Maintaining regular contact with the module leader and teaching team;
*
Marking coursework assignments and prepare feedback to students, including use of FASER;
*
Marking exam papers;
*
Undertaking related administrative duties.
Background Skills and Qualifications required
Applicants should have a good knowledge of the requirements of the subject area of the module taught. You should also have an undergraduate degree or other appropriate qualification in a relevant subject area. Successful completion and achievement of descriptor 1 of the UK Professional Standards Framework by the end of the second term of teaching (CADENZA) is also required.
In addition, the following attributes are essential:
*
Able to communicate academic and teaching material clearly to both academic staff and a wide range of students.
*
Effective organisation skills to manage time and prioritise different duties.
*
Able to present work in a well-structured and coherent manner.
*
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Training and Support
GTAs must engage in professional development activity related to teaching, learning and assessment responsibilities. All GTAs are expected to achieve Associate Fellowship of the HEA (CADENZA) at the first possible opportunity and by the end of their first year of teaching (or they will not normally be able to continue teaching as a GTA). GTAs will be paid for all mandatory training. The following training should be undertaken:
*
Attendance at the two day induction event (September and/or January) (12 hours)
*
Equality & Diversity and other mandatory online training (3 hours)
*
Complete the CADENZA application (6 hours).
In addition, there will be the following Departmental induction and training:
A General Induction with the Director of Graduate Studies, Dr Kevin Lu. Date to be confirmed.
General Information about the Department
The Department of Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies
is seeking to appoint Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) to join members of staff in teaching undergraduate modules that will be offered as options to students from a variety of departments within the University, and as part of our
BA Childhood Studies
,
BA Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies
and BA Therapeutic Care degrees at the Colchester Campus.
How to Apply
To apply, please send an up-to-date
curriculum vitae
and a
covering letter
explaining your interest in and suitability for the post.
Applications should be addressed to:
Debbie Stewart, Department Manager, Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester CO4 3SQ.
Closing date for receipt of applications:
Friday 7 June 2019
Interviews are likely to be held on:
Monday 24 and Tuesday 25 June 2019
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the Head of Department or his/her nominee and other members of teaching staff. Candidates invited to interview will be provided with feedback on their interview performance and suitability for the role of Graduate Teaching Assistant on request.
Applicants for posts as Graduate Teaching Assistant must be registered for a postgraduate degree at the University of Essex during all or part of the academic year 2019/20.
Appointment to these posts will be for a specified period of weeks during the academic year. Payment will vary according to the number and mix of classes taught, but will be based on multiples of the University base rate for Graduate Teaching Assistants (Grade 7 Spinal Point 27).
GTAs having completed CADENZA before the start of the academic year will be paid on Grade 7 SP 28.