About the role
The Department of Information Studies is looking for several Postgraduate Teaching Assistants (PGTAs) for the - academic year, to support its undergraduate teaching. PGTAs will support running computer practical classes and seminars each week in term-time, during which they will answers to questions related to studied material. Some PGTAs may be required to assist the module leaders mark student assessments (full guidance will be provided).
Our modules in -26 will include a blend of in-person and online teaching and learning activities designed to support students to progress and succeed academically. The PGTA role will then require applicants to be on campus for F2F teaching support at our Bloomsbury and East Campuses. PGTAs will work under the guidance and supervision of the relevant module leader and the PGTA Academic Tutor.
Please note that the number of hours to be worked each week will be agreed with the PGTA according to their availability and departmental and module needs and, if applicable, in line with UKVI requirements.
About you
The successful candidates will be pursuing a postgraduate degree, preferably associated with UCL Department of Information Studies or studying a related subject. Previous teaching experience is an advantage. To apply, please supply a CV and a supporting statement by close of business on 20th July. Please indicate the modules you would like to support in order of preference ( 1st, 2nd, 3rd). Your CV should detail your completed degrees, details of any current employer, and details of recent past employment.
All PGTAs must complete training within the UCL Arena One scheme, normally available in September. This will be in addition to guidance or mentoring provided by the department for their PGTAs. Please note that student numbers for individual modules are to be confirmed and the department will confirm appointments once this has been completed.
Supporting statement guidance:
Please copy and paste the person specification criteria outlined on the job description into your supporting statement and describe underneath each criterion how you meet it, giving examples. You will be scored on how you meet each criterion. If you feel other documents will support your application, please upload these too, however it is not mandatory.
What we offer
The appointments will be made on the grade 6 scale (pro rata) on a fixed-term basis. This exceeds the London Living Wage (LLW). PGTAs will be paid based on the requirements of the. Serving as a PGTA provides a valuable introduction to teaching in Higher Education. We particularly encourage PhD students to apply for this post.