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Students Union UCL
Key information
Job closes
Salary
13.15

Salary type

  • Per Hour

Contract type

  • Casual

Industries

  • Education
  • Non-Profit

Skills

  • Administrative
About the job

Department                Advice Service

 

Reports to                  Advice & Information Coordinator

 

Pay                              £13.15 per hour

 

Hours                          Approx. 4-6 hours per week, flexible

 

Purpose of the job

To support the Language + Writing Support programme at the Union by assisting non-native English speaking students with their written and spoken English.

 

About the Union:

Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world.  UCL students have the potential to do anything, and the union leads an essential role in helping them to achieve things they may have never thought possible. As a charity we deliver a wide range of services and representative functions for students.

 

Our Vision:

An outstanding experience for all UCL student and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.

 

Our Mission:

We build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop skills and experience to change the world for the better.

 

Our Values:

Community Building, Empowering, Inclusive, Democratic, Bold, Sustainable and Fun.

Job description
  • To provide appropriate feedback on samples of student’s written and oral work in one to one sessions (advising only on grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and general clarity of English used)
  • To deliver workshops and facilitate group discussions for non-native English speaking students, to support their education and help build communities
  • To record accurate information about students using the programme, including attendance
  • To assist in promoting the programme to staff and students across all UCL departments, including via events, articles, social media posts and newsletters
  • To develop useful guides and resources for UCL students on common grammar, spelling and punctuation queries
  • To provide general administrative support for the scheme (such as website updates, social media posts and blog entries)
  • To act professionally and confidentially at all times
  • To complete such other duties within the general framework of the post as may be required

 

Person Specification

 

Essential:

  • Excellent written and spoken English; including spelling, punctuation and pronunciation
  • Experience of teaching, giving presentations and/or tutoring
  • Knowledge of the UCL Academic Manual; including UCL guidance on plagiarism
  • Excellent organisation and time management skills
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and use initiative
  • Reliable, punctual and able to multitask in order to meet deadlines.
  • Enthusiasm and positive attitude.
  • Understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

 

Desirable:

  • Formal English language teaching qualification, such as CELTA, TESOL or TEFL
  • Experience of working with ESL learners

 

http://studentsunionucl.org/l-and-w

How to apply

Please complete the online application form. You will need to provide a personal statement where you should outline how you meet the full requirements of the job. Applications will be assessed on this basis. We also have guidance on writing applications available for you.