Senior Lecturer in Education, Childhood & Professional Studies

This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly formed department at Birmingham Newman University. The Education, Childhood, and Professional Studies department contains a suite of degrees ranging from foundation degrees to the MA Education. The department is currently undergoing a review of the provision on offer and this post will contribute to the development of a new collection of degrees being offered, including the new MA Education (taught on-campus). The team are highly qualified, passionate and research active and we are seeking an enthusiastic person to join the team to contribute to the teaching and learning, and research culture within the department.

The successful candidate will take on a key role in the leadership of the new MA Education which is being introduced from September 2024 and teach across undergraduate and postgraduate degrees within the department. You will also be expected to contribute to the development of programmes, recruitment, and partnerships, and participate in research to develop your research-informed practice.

You will need to have an in-depth knowledge, understanding and application of education studies up to masters’ level and a critical awareness of pedagogical practice and current issues. Ability to teach modules related to special educational needs and disabilities is desirable.

Research in the subject area is a strongly growing feature, with all academics in the department engaging in research. The post holder will develop their own areas of interest and join an expanding subject area working with colleagues who are actively engaged in teaching and research. 

Short summary of main essential criteria

• A masters’ or doctoral degree in a subject relevant to the discipline, with a commitment to achieve doctorate if not already achieved, is essential.
• Fellowship of the HEA or a commitment to gaining this within two years of employment.
• Knowledge and professional experience in masters’ level education studies.
• Experience of working in higher education.

For a full list of responsibilities and criteria, please see the job description.

Informal enquiries about this opportunity are very welcome. Please contact Dr Ben Looker, at [email protected] , to discuss the role further.

An application form and further details about this role are available from newman.ac.uk/jobs .  Please email your completed application form by the advertised closing date to: [email protected] .

Closing date for applications: Friday 16th February 2024

Interviews will take place 15th March 2024

Birmingham Newman University offers a wide range of staff benefits including 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts), pension scheme, chaplaincy and spiritual care, library services, free on-site parking, discounted travel scheme, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, occupational health and counselling services and staff development opportunities. Further details of the full range of staff benefits available can be found on our website: https://www.newman.ac.uk/knowledge-base/staff-benefits/ or please contact the Human Resources Department.

Birmingham Newman University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Birmingham Newman University is located on Genners Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 3NT.