About Birmingham City University
At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.
Recognised as one of the UK’s Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities.
Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking — those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential.
By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond.
Role Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to develop online content and learning objects to engage students in their library learning and research, and to promote library services and resources in an interactive and inclusive manner.
This role plays an important role in supporting the Library and Learning Resources (L&LR) Strategy in stimulating intellectual curiosity in our students through information and digital academic literacies, and the University’s agenda in promoting innovation, inclusivity, and excellence in higher education.
Please note the role will be Campus based.
Key Responsibilities
You will develop outputs to be delivered via web, e-learning, and other communication media to enhance the quality of learning, teaching, and research through the effective integration of technologies and pedagogies for synchronous and asynchronous digital, blended and online learning. You will work collaboratively with academic and professional staff to design, implement and evaluate technology-enhanced learning experiences, promote digital innovation, and ensure an excellent experience for students and staff. Reporting directly to the Head of Library Technologies and Digital Innovation, you will provide expert support to library staff in the effective use of technologies to engage with student communities.
Essential Requirements
- A degree and/or postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject area.
- Experience of creating engaging online content for use within educational or professional settings.
- Ability to demonstrate the effective use of current and emerging technologies and e-learning tools.
- Experience of training and supporting others to create their own digital learning materials.
- Awareness and understanding of pedagogies that support learning, preferably within a higher education environment.
- Demonstrable ability to support service change and innovation, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and explain it clearly to non-specialists, while building strong collaborative working relationships.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage workloads effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- A collaborative approach to team working, with a strong commitment to sharing knowledge and continuing professional development (CPD).
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a diverse and inclusive environment, with a commitment to reflective practice.
Further Information
If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of Library and Learning Resources, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Bertha Low at Bertha.Low@bcu.ac.uk.
Interviews for this role are scheduled to take place on 24 August 2026.
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Why work for us
- Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
- Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits.
- Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.
Visa Sponsorship
This role does not meet the minimum salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. We are therefore unable to consider applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential.
Disability Confident Employer
Birmingham City University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.
Closing Date: 10 Jul 2026
Department: Admin/Support Service
Salary: £38,050 to £44,131 per annum pro rata
Permanent, part-time role for 18.5 hours per week