Digital Training Tutor

Library & Learning Services supports learning and teaching across the University through the development and maintenance of the University's library collections, and through engagement with students to develop their academic and digital skills. The service also supports the University's research activity through provision of the University's research output and research data repositories. Library and Learning Services also provides accessibility services, as well as expertise in accessibility and inclusive learning, to students and staff.
Your team in Digital Training will be comprised of you and 3 others at York Campus, and 1 at London Campus.
The role
25.9 hours (0.7 FTE) per week, permanent.
Working pattern is suggested as 3 full days (7.4 hours) and 1 half day (3.7 hours) - full days as Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, with the half day to be agreed between the successful candidate and Academic Services Manager. Based on York Campus.
We are looking to appoint a Digital Training Tutor to play a key teaching role in supporting students' and our staffs' learning and success.
This is an ideal opportunity for a committed and reflective teacher who enjoys helping learners develop confidence, independence, and effective study and work practices-particularly where digital tools form part of academic work and assessment.
Working as part of the larger York based Academic Services Team in Library & Learning Services, and in close partnership with academic colleagues and colleagues in Innovation and Technology Services, you will teach, design learning activities, and support students (and staff) to develop the digital skills they need to succeed on their programmes, in their work, or their research. Much of your work will involve explaining unfamiliar tools or concepts in clear, accessible ways, responding to individual learning needs, and helping students and staff apply digital skills directly to their assignments and assessments.
Rather than requiring you to already be a technical expert in every system, this role suits someone who is curious, confident in problem solving, and willing to explore new tools, with a strong grounding in pedagogy and inclusive teaching practice. Being a capable and thoughtful teacher matters most.
You will contribute to the embedding of digital skills within the curriculum, working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure a consistent and supportive student experience across programmes, with a particular focus on teaching and learning at the York Campus.
You will also have opportunities to engage in continuing professional development, pedagogic and subject based research, and to contribute to wider University work in areas such as inclusive and equitable teaching, accessibility, and digital confidence for all learners., For informal queries about the advert, the role, the department and the campus, or the application process, please contact Vic Hamilton, Head of Library & Learning Services ( ). The recruiting manager for this role is Tom Peach, Academic Services Manager ( ).
For this application, whilst AI can answer some of the questions and more give generic answers which we can spot, we are interested in your experience and reflection. You must make reference through specific examples to your own experiences from roles and education experiences you declare in your history; candidates who do not make reference to specific examples will not be shortlisted. You can use AI to help with the proofreading of your answers.
To support candidate preparation any selected for interview will be sent four of the interview questions in advance of the interview, with the remaining two scenario questions asked unseen during the interview. The interview process will also include a 15 minute micro-teach (with 10 minute reflective conversation) to a group of staff from Academic Services Team.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can be helpful in shaping your responses, but we encourage you to share your answers in your own words.

Is motivated by improving learning outcomes for students
Enjoys teaching groups with varied levels of confidence and experience
Can adapt their teaching to different settings (in person, online, blended)
Approaches technology with curiosity, patience, and a problem solving mindset

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan after six months service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
- Relocation expenses package for certain roles
- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and for additional costs (if applicable to the role)