We are seeking five (5) enthusiastic, confident, and tech-savvy QMUL students to join our team as part-time TEL (Technology Enhanced Learning) Student Ambassadors, to work with members of the TEL Team delivering TEL student inductions during Welcome Week, 18th – 22nd September 2023.

Who we are

We are the Technology Enhanced Learning Team (TELT), part of IT Services at QMUL. We provide strategic oversight of e-learning at QMUL. We are responsible for institution-wide Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) applications such as:

1. QMplus, the online learning environment
2. Q-Review lecture capture 
3. Turnitin, used in assignments to assist with detecting copyright content
4. Kaltura for media streaming 

About the post 

Main duties: 

• To deliver engaging and informative TELT inductions to new students during QM’s Welcome Week, 2023. 

As a TEL Student Ambassador, you will play a vital role in promoting the effective use of learning technologies, such as QMplus and Q-Review, to enhance the educational experience of students.

Responsibilities of the post include: 

1. Co-deliver student inductions during the Welcome Week, alongside a member of the TEL Team. This includes presenting information, providing demonstrations, and addressing any queries or concerns raised by students. 
2. Actively promote the benefits and features of learning applications supported by the TELT, emphasising how these technologies can enhance the learning experience. 
3. Share your experiences with new students during face-to-face Welcome Week inductions. 

 

Requirements:  

1. Currently enrolled as a student at Queen Mary. 
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
3. Excellent public speaking and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and connect with diverse audiences. 
4. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and effectively communicate with students and colleagues. 
5. Willingness to work collaboratively with other student ambassadors and the TEL Team. 
6. Ability to pick up new technologies in short order. 
7. Available to attend training during week commencing 11th September (exact dates and times to be confirmed) 
8. Available to work during Welcome Week (18th – 22nd Sep), Monday to Friday, between the hours of 9-5pm (exact days and hours to be confirmed) 

It would also be an advantage if you are passionate about technology enhanced learning and its potential to improve the student experience. 

Benefits: 

1. Valuable experience in public speaking and presentation. 
2. Opportunity to represent the student voice in the development of digital learning initiatives. 
3. Opportunity to enhance your CV and develop transferable skills. 
4. Training will be provided. 

• £13 per hour, paid on a weekly basis. 

To apply

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and a cover letter to Alysa Bramble (a.bramble@qmul.ac.uk) and Annette Nembhard (a.nembhard@qmul.ac.uk) by Wednesday 2nd August 2023, explaining why you are interested in the role. 

Interviews are expected to be held shortly thereafter.