ADELAYO ADEBAYO
Stirling,UINITED KINGDOM
Summary
Dedicated Education Advocate with a strong commitment to enhancing academic experiences through student-led initiatives and institutional engagement. Contributed to national projects and collaborated with key stakeholders in education as Topic Lead Student Representative for Scotland Tertiary Enhancement Program (STEP), gaining insights into educational policy and governance. Engaged in discussions on academic standards and quality assurance as University Institutional Liaison Member with Quality Assurance Agency, fostering evidence-based decision-making and collaborative practices to drive meaningful change within the education sector.
Overview
2
2
Languages
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
STEP TOPIC LEAD
SCOTLAND QUALITY ASSURANCE AGENCY
Gloucester
09.2024 - 07.2026
- As STEP Topic Lead, I contribute to setting the strategic direction of the Scotland Tertiary Enhancement Programme (STEP), a national enhancement programme supporting colleges and universities across Scotland.
- Led sector-level initiatives for STEP, representing universities and enhancing operational delivery through strategic insights.
- Co-chaired STEP Topic Leadership Group, guiding project teams in development and evaluation with operational leadership and expert input.
- Lead and provide strategic insight to enhancement projects, ensuring alignment with sector objectives.
- I work closely with QAA and College Development Network (CDN), collaborating with staff and students across institutions to champion sector-wide quality enhancement and ensure student voice remains central to programme priorities.
- Attend and contribute to meetings of the STEP Steering Group, which determines overall direction and identifies key priorities.
- Engaged in STEP evaluation activities, contributing to evidence-based assessments that shaped understanding of programme impact.
- Participate in major STEP-related events and conferences, presenting on student-led initiatives and contributing to sector-wide discussions.
- Collaborated with QAA, CDN, staff, and student representatives across universities, colleges, and sector agencies to plan activities for STEP discovery days and ensure inclusive participation.
- Attend and support STEP Network meetings and contribute to networking activities (four times per year).
VICE PRESIDENT EDUCATION
STIRLING STUDENTS' UNION
Stirling
06.2024 - 05.2026
- As Vice President Education, I oversee academic representation at the University of Stirling Students’ Union, ensuring that student voice is embedded in quality assurance and governance processes by contributing to high-level university committees such as Academic Council, Education Committee, the Curriculum Management Sub-Committee, and the Institution Liaison group.
- I lead initiatives that influence institutional policy, including the review of the Personal Tutor Policy and curriculum design, while coordinating with academic reps and faculty officers to ensure feedback informs continuous improvement.
- I have chaired the education zone twice every semester with over 80 academic representatives in attendance, delivered training to over 250 academic reps and organised the Academic Rep Symposium, providing a platform for sharing best practices and enhancing representative effectiveness.
- Influenced the university to update its Personal Tutor Policy, leading to the establishment of a Task and Finish Group that explored improvements to the student guide, proposed a system restructure, and included student representatives in decision-making.
- Promoted student voice initiatives across campus, increasing engagement and participation in academic matters.
- Provide student perspectives on curriculum design, timetabling, progression boards, student support, task and finish groups, and retention working groups.
- Liaised with academic reps and faculty officers to capture and act on student feedback, strengthening academic representation.
- Lead academic rep restructure from module reps to division reps to promote integration and a sense of community.
- Engage with the Vice Principal and University Secretary on ongoing projects and student feedback regarding their learning experience.
- Host the RATE Teaching Awards, which received over 500 student nominations, celebrating teaching and professional staff contributions to student experience.
- Communicate academic, governance, and policy updates regularly to students through Education Zone and General Meetings.
- Conducted inductions and welcome sessions for first-year students, fostering a sense of community and belonging.
CASUAL PUPIL SUPPORT ASSISTANT
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
Aberdeen
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Facilitated learning activities by providing targeted one-on-one and small group support to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Applied effective communication, literacy, and numeracy skills to address individual learning needs, fostering academic growth and confidence.
- Encouraged positive behaviour and relationships among students, implementing strategies to promote a respectful and conducive learning environment.
- Supervised students during class, outdoor activities, breaks, and lunchtime, prioritising safety and well-being to create a secure learning environment.
- Worked collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to support student development.
- Maintained awareness of the learning environment to safeguard students and protect them from harm or injury.
TEACHER
INTERNATIONAL BILINGUAL SCHOOLS OF AFRICA
Abidjan
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed lesson plans and implemented teaching strategies that inspired students and enhanced their academic and social skills.
- Designed and delivered engaging lessons using a variety of activities and teaching techniques, including songs, stories, media, structured games, art, outdoor activities, and sensory methods, to stimulate children's abilities.
- Taught curriculum content academically and morally using sensory learning techniques (auditory, tactile, visual) to enhance understanding.
- Tailored physical and emotional support to meet individual student needs, fostering a nurturing learning environment.
- Provided focused attention and support to enable students to reach their academic potential.
- Observed student interactions and promoted cooperation, sharing, and positive relationships.
- Utilised learning manipulatives to support students needing additional guidance in acquiring knowledge.
- Demonstrated teamwork by guiding students in class projects using recycled materials to achieve learning objectives.
- Supported IBSA Teachers and the broader IBSA community by participating in coaching, professional development, exhibitions, and collaborative sessions throughout the school year.
- As teachers' representative, I attended, co-planned, and co-facilitated orientations for teachers and parents.
Education
MSC. - DIGITAL MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS
University of Stirling
Stirling, United Kingdom09.2024
B.A - ENGLISH
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Nigeria07.2018
Skills
- Academic Governance
- Policy and Procedure
- Quality Assurance
- Leadership and Administration
- Academic Advocacy
- Effective communication
- Digital Literacy
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Strong Sense of Teamwork
- Emotional Intelligence
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
French
Elementary
A2
Timeline
STEP TOPIC LEAD
SCOTLAND QUALITY ASSURANCE AGENCY
09.2024 - 07.2026
VICE PRESIDENT EDUCATION
STIRLING STUDENTS' UNION
06.2024 - 05.2026
CASUAL PUPIL SUPPORT ASSISTANT
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
02.2024 - 05.2024
TEACHER
INTERNATIONAL BILINGUAL SCHOOLS OF AFRICA
08.2020 - 06.2023
MSC. - DIGITAL MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS
University of Stirling
B.A - ENGLISH
University of Ilorin