BCNO is an osteopathic educational institution providing MSc and BSc programme in Osteopathy. We have two campuses - one in London and one in Kent. The BSc programme is run in London.
We require a Programme Lead to manage the BSc programme which is run during evenings and some Saturdays. The hours for this role are:

• Tuesday - 4.00pm to 9.00pm (remote working)
• Wednesday - 2.00pm to 9.00pm (in-person in London)
• Thursday - 2.00pm to 9.00pm (in-person in London)
• Saturdays - 9.30am to 4.30pm covering 17 Saturdays during the academic year (in-person in London).

Salary: £30,876.28 per annum (£50K FTE) plus £300 per month anti-social hours allowance
Applicants must be a GOs C registered Osteopath. Please refer to the Person Specification below for further information on role requirements.
Please note we do not hold a sponsorship licence and therefore can only employ those with the right to work in the UK long-term.
Job summary:
The key aims of this role are:

• To monitor, evaluate and review the delivery of academic services in respect of the BSc programmes across both campuses.
• Support the Principal by contributing to the strategic planning for both the short and long term, anticipating needs and responding to developments in the world of osteopathy and its teaching within a national and international context.
• Create a culture of constant improvement within a collaborative professional learning environment
• Be an inspirational leader, committed to the highest achievement for all in every area of the College’s work.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in the review and approve modifications of the existing programme and then submit proposed changes via the BCNO internal processes
• Ensure that the existing programme meets the requirements of the partnership university, Of S & GOs C
• Monitor, evaluate and promote good practice amongst the faculty and the institution inclusive of teaching, learning, assessment and resourcing using feedback from stakeholders
• Represent the BCNO Group in external and internal committees
• Define, implement, monitor and review new teaching and learning strategies including consideration of technology enhanced learning. Particularly in the realms of blended learning and flexibility in teaching and learning in HE
• Benchmark provision against good practice in the HE sector and throughout the osteopathic profession including fostering productive relationships to embed quality and enhancement at the heart of teaching and learning activities
• Work alongside the Principal and the Quality Team on validation events for new and existing programmes of study
• Develop a culture of quality compliance and enhancement in the teams responsible for the delivery and support of the educational programmes (including external examiners).

Quality & Standards

• Attend key meetings with the validating university inclusive of assessment boards and other meetings with external stakeholders as required by the principal
• Co-ordinate the completion of module and external examiner reports by the Heads of Department as part of the annual course review process and help to develop action plans. Identifying areas for development and areas of good practice and communicate these to faculty
• Be responsible for producing annual programme monitoring and other relevant reports to the validating university and the GOs C ensuring that all actions are identified and completed in relation to the academic department

Students

• Oversee learning, teaching and assessment and the day to day running of the course
• Be the academic point of contact with an on-site presence .
• Provide support and development, ensure stakeholder engagement and improve (current and potential) student communication, ensuring students’ voices are effective at all levels.
• Support the National Student Survey activity and University Student Survey activity in analysing information and leading the development of surveys, responses and action plans
• Ensure that issues raised through the student voice mechanisms are dealt with by development, monitoring and completion of action plans
• Serve on Student Fitness to Practise/Study panels and student or staff disciplinary panels as required
• Support the Student feedback process for BSc modules
• Contribute to student recruitment activities, including open days and interviewing applicants
• Contribute to the process of widening access to osteopathic courses
• Contribute to the APL application process
• Contribute to the Year 1 student induction
• Create flexibility for the students studying within university regulations
• Liaise closely with the M.Ost Programme Lead with staffing, resourcing and staff
• Review relevant policies and reports
• Have a working understanding of academic regulations, policies and the HE Sector

Key relationships:

• Senior Management Team
• Heads of Department
• All faculty staff
• Registry Team
• Admissions Team
• Marketing Team
• University of Plymouth
• General Osteopathic Council
• Institute of Osteopathy
• The Office for Students

Person Specification

• Registered osteopath
• Minimum 5 years’ experience of working within higher education
• Experience of course development in higher education
• Experience of line management in higher education

Personal Skills & Attributes

• Uses sound judgment to make good decisions based on information gathered and analysed.
• Interacts with people effectively. Able and willing to share and receive information.
• Supports group decisions and puts group goals ahead of own goals
• Pays close attention to detail, accuracy and completeness.
• Displays energy and enthusiasm in approaching the job.
• Commits to putting in additional effort.
• Leads by example creating a positive, encouraging work environment
• Leads and supports team to ensure delivery of goals
• Identifies talent and supports development of individuals
• Maintains high level of productivity and self-direction.
• Identifies cause and effect relationships.
• Adapts to changing work environments, work priorities and organizational needs.
• Able to effectively deal with change and diverse people.
• Plans and organizes tasks and work responsibilities to achieve objectives.
• Listens actively.
• Maintains confidentiality and meets own commitments.
• Adheres to organisational policies and procedures.
• Generates ideas for improvement, takes advantage of opportunities and suggests innovations.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,876.28 per year
Expected hours: 19 per week
Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life insurance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• higher education: 5 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 01/01/2025