Apprenticeship Programme Developer - Biomedical Scientist (Fixed Term, 0.5 FTE)

About the role

Are you a talented and innovative curriculum innovator looking for a new challenge? A new opportunity to advance the university Degree Apprenticeship portfolio has arisen.

We have been successful in attracting project funding from the Office for Students to develop new apprenticeship provision to increase the number of students on our apprenticeship degrees and equality of opportunity for prospective apprentices. The aim of this exciting project is to advance our strategies and initiatives to increase choice for our students, improve graduate outcomes and widen opportunity.

To support this strategically important work, we are seeking a part-time individual, who can provide expertise in the development of apprenticeship delivery material content and support the formal university approval process of a Biomedical Scientist degree apprenticeship.  

We are looking for someone with expertise with a broad knowledge in the biomedical science subject area and a growing reputation for excellence in learning and teaching. You’ll need to demonstrate a genuine interest in degree apprenticeships provision that meet UK skills needs now and in the future.  Confidence and enthusiasm are key, together with the ability to think strategically and influence at all levels whilst delivering service excellence both internally and externally.

This position is offered on a fixed-term basis until 31^st July 2025. Consideration may also be given to the position being offered as a secondment opportunity but this would need to be discussed with their line managers prior to application.

This position does not meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route within the UK Visa and Immigration service’s Points Based System.  Therefore, BU will not be able to sponsor individuals who require permission to work to carry out this position. For more information, please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job.

This position is available part-time for 18.5 hours per week (0.5 FTE).

We are committed to providing a safe environment and as this role comes has contact with apprentices, the post holder will be required to comply with our Safeguarding Policy at all times and to protect the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.

For an informal conversation please contact Professor Phil Sewell, Director of Apprenticeships and Skills (psewell@bournemouth.ac.uk).

About the department

Our vibrant Faculty of Science & Technology encompasses a wide range of disciplines across six departments: Archaeology & Anthropology, Computing & Informatics, Creative Technology, Design & Engineering, Life & Environmental Sciences, and Psychology. The breadth of subject areas means our cutting-edge research is delivering real benefits to the environment, our economy, health and improving cyber security. Our staff are given the opportunity to travel the world to contribute their expertise to expeditions and projects being led by other academic institutions and private organisations, as well as taking the lead on their own research projects, is helping us to understand our past, protect and preserve our environment for the future and support creative and digital industries to grow and develop.

About us

BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment.  We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society.

A job description for this position is available at the top of this page.

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