Deputy Course Leader - Popular Music Performance
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Overview
As Deputy Course Leader you will provide leadership and support in our Popular Music Performance Courses. You will work closely with the Course Leader to ensure that students receive high-quality education and support, placing them at the heart of the curriculum and teaching practices. This role is integral to maintaining the quality and standards of our programs, ensuring excellent student recruitment, and promoting equality of access and participation.
What You'll Do
* Support the Course Leader in delivering an outstanding student learning experience.
* Plan and deliver optimal teaching schedules and assessments, offering academic and pastoral support.
* Ensure equal access and opportunities for all students, closing the awarding gap for underrepresented groups.
* Maintain curriculum quality and implement enhancement plans.
* Engage in professional development and scholarly activities.
* Lead, manage, and develop teaching staff through effective recruitment and ongoing development.
* Contribute to the teaching of the course.
* Address staff and student discipline issues, including complaints and academic integrity.
* Collaborate with professional services for efficient timetabling and campus space use.
* Promote student voice and well-being, serving as the escalation point for student success concerns.
* Participate in processes to enhance the university's academic character.
* Contribute to curriculum development and enhancement.
* Manage data collection, monitoring, and reporting on key activities like attendance, pass/fail rates, and student feedback.
* Deliver lectures, practical workshops, and tutorials in popular music performance.
What You'll Bring
* Extensive Music Industry experience.
* A degree or equivalent higher education qualification.
* A teaching qualification relevant to higher education or a willingness to achieve this within two years.
* Experience of cohort management and course administrative skills.
* Proven experience in leading and managing a team to deliver high-quality education and outstanding student outcomes.
* Experience in developing initiatives to enhance student engagement and action plans based on student feedback.
* Expertise in curriculum and teaching development, understanding quality and standards in higher education and creative arts.
* A track record of improving teaching quality and successful student outcomes.
* Experience in implementing institutional policies and processes at the course level.
* Ability to use and present data to improve course performance and student outcomes.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Additional Information
This is a part-time role based on working 11.25 hours per week (0.3).
Why BIMM University?
We are a values-led organisation. In addition to joining a committed team, you will have access to:
* 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
* SMART pension
* A comprehensive benefits package
We welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation. We are committed to safeguarding the safety and welfare of our students; therefore all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, an enhanced check may be required by statute and internal policy.
EEO and Diversity
We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation.
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