Tutor vacancies in University halls of residence.
23 Jun 2008
Applications invited by 7 July.
Applications are invited from academic, academic related or research staff of postgraduate students of The University of Manchester for Residential Tutor posts available in various residences throughout the University residential campus areas.
Tutors work as part of the welfare support team in each residence. Duties include assisting in the pastoral care of residents, working with the Residents Association and helping to foster a community spirit. Tutors will be required to be on call during the night and at weekends on a rota basis with other colleagues.
Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate a genuine/active interest in student affairs; individuals must be approachable and sociable, and of a socially responsible disposition, being able to demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills and an aptitude for team-working and group leadership.
Currently remuneration is given to Tutors in the form of free accommodation. Tutors residing in catered halls are expected to pay for the meal charges applicable for their hall of residence. This is under review at the current time and applicants will be advised of any changes at interview.
If you wish to apply and you are a registered postgraduate student or a member of staff, you must apply online at:
If you are not a registered student or member of staff but will be by September 1st 2008 you should send a CV, a covering letter with the names and contact details of two referees, outlining the reasons why you would like to hold one of these posts and what you feel you have to offer to:
- Brendon Jones
General Manager, Pastoral Care
STARS Directorate Office,
293 Wilmslow Road
Fallowfield
Manchester
M14 6HD
If applicants have a particular preference for a particular hall, then they should include this in their covering letter.
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY 7 JULY 2008
It is anticipated that successful candidates will be informed of the outcome of their application by the end of July.