Student Partnerships in Quality Scotland
Student Partnerships in Quality Scotland

Charity registered in Scotland SC046172

sparqs is a charity working with Scotland's university and college sectors which aims to support students in having a say in how their student experience is shaped and delivered.  The role of students in enhancing the quality of their learning is vital to our approaches in Scotland. sparqs has played a pivotal role for over ten years in supporting partnership practices which have helped students and staff to work together to deliver real educational enhancements.


Current vacancies

Development Consultant

  • Full time
  • £34,798 – £38,458
  • Hybrid: Edinburgh - hybrid working available with at least 2 days a week in the office (other requests for flexible working will be considered)
  • Closing 16th September 2024

sparqs is a charity, funded by the Scottish Funding Council to work with Scotland's university and college sectors. Our mission is to foster a culture of partnership between students and staff which enables the Scottish education sector to respond to challenges and realise its ambitions to provide the best possible experience for each and every student.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated person to deliver a range of activities including training, consultancy support and research and development projects. Some of our current projects include supporting the development of student partnership within a new tertiary quality enhancement framework, supporting equality, diversity, and inclusion in learning and teaching, and supporting effective learner journeys. We would welcome applicants with experience (or similar) in these areas. The role involves regular travel throughout Scotland and may also involve occasional international travel.

You will have a commitment to supporting the role of students in delivering improvements to college and university life and a good range of key skills including excellent interpersonal skills, written communication skills and experience of delivering training or facilitating workshops.

sparqs recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality, and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and with diverse kinds of life experiences.

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