Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Education

Location: St John’s Campus

Interview Date: Thursday 15 February 2024

The Department of Education and Inclusion within the Institute of Education at the University of Worcester wishes to appoint an outstanding and enthusiastic Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Education.   The successful candidate will contribute to subject and module leadership, course development and teaching in their specialist area, and on our range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Applicants with experience in development of educational apprenticeships from L4-L7 are especially welcome. Colleagues whose educational research and teaching may incorporate a specialism in inclusion, social justice, sustainable development, curriculum diversification and/or diversity and equality are encouraged to apply. 

 Overview of Post

The University of Worcester has long been noted for the high quality and innovative character of its courses for those who want to work in the field of education. The work of the Department of Education and Inclusion within the Institute of Education, is characterised by a strong commitment to equality, inclusion and diversity. We are determined to harness the power of education to make a positive difference within communities on a local, national, and international level. Our strong network of partners, both at home and overseas, enables us to work across a variety of settings, enriching our work with a truly global range of perspectives.

 Some of our programmes are taught at different locations across the West Midlands and in the South West of the country, including Halesowen College, Somerset SCIL and the Aspirations Academies Trust. Programmes within the Department of Education and Inclusion feature the Foundation Degree in Learning Support, BA (Hons) Education Studies, BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs, Disabilities and Inclusion as well as the MA Education, which has witnessed a significant increase in our international student recruitment. Our offer also includes the new Government initiative of Short Courses, and we are keen to develop our national leadership in this area, as well as with the development of a suite of apprenticeship programmes matched for career progression to our UG and PG courses. Further, with 40% of our colleagues having a doctoral degree or working towards one, the Department makes a contribution to our Ed.D and MPHil programmes. Specific expertise which will contribute to a range of courses within the Department and School will be expected. Given the nature of the role, and an expectation for a contribution to be made to the MA Education, the successful applicant will also demonstrate active engagement in research. 

What's in it for you?

• Annual incremental increase for Lecturer position up to £41,732, with the opportunity to progress to £45,585 and for Senior Lecturer up to £54,395 with opportunity to progress to £59,422.
• 47 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) 
• Attractive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Access to a range of benefits such as our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Car Leasing
• Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• In-house training and development support
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

Informal queries are welcome and should be directed to Joanne Smith, Head of Department for Education and Inclusion via email to [email protected]