Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Education Studies
Bath Spa University
Newton Park
- Expired
- Salary:
- £37,075 - £46,924 per annum
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 12 March 2017
Job overview
About us
At Bath Spa University we work with one clear vision: to be a leading university in creativity, culture and enterprise. And we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. With ever growing student numbers, we make sure our people are engaged and empowered by blending digital technologies, international perspectives, work-oriented connections and inspirational teaching. Together we’re on a journey to transform our students’ lives and it starts with people like you.
The Institute for Education is a place where study, research and professional practice are combined. We’re rolling out our commitment to education through our international offer and our commitment to HEA fellowship. You will benefit from joining some of the most creative professionals in the country, working across the University to deliver innovative programmes and courses.
The Department of Education Studies is one of the larger departments within the university, providing courses for around 600 undergraduate students across a range of innovative programmes. Within the Department of Postgraduate Programmes, the MA in Education are taught courses which are flexible and modular, with specialist pathways and opportunities for students to engage in practitioner research.
About the role
In this academic post you will be teaching existing modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate level in Education Studies and may be required to supervise students undertaking higher degrees. You will also contribute to the design and delivery of revised and new modules as we go through a period of curriculum review and development. You will join a programme that provide students with an understanding of inclusive and just education processes, an international perspective and a belief that education can contribute to a fairer society . We will support you in developing your teaching, research and publication profile, enable you to build internal and external networks and seek access to external funding.
About you (requirements)
For this position we need you to be a flexible team player, open to new ideas and interested in new challenges. You will be someone who shares our values and commitment to social justice and student-centred teaching and learning. You will have a first and higher degree and have or be working towards a PhD. You will have experience of teaching in a university environment, have specialist knowledge in Education and have experience of research in this field. If not already a fellow of the Higher Education Academy you will be required to apply for it during your probationary period.
Your expertise and knowledge will complement the existing team and we are particularly interested in applications from colleagues who can contribute to the areas currently under-represented in the department such as language development, linguistics, health & wellbeing, special education.
For an informal discussion regarding this post please contact Head of Department Alan Howe a.howe@bathspa.ac.uk
How to apply
For further information or to apply on-line please visit jobs.bathspa.ac.uk. Please note that CVs will not be considered and those included with application forms will be removed. Any queries regarding the application process or our website should be emailed to hrcontact@bathspa.ac.uk.
We offer excellent facilities and benefits to our staff. These include a nursery, childcare vouchers, pension scheme, flexible working practices, an employee assistance programme, and family-friendly policies
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community
Closing Date: Midnight, 12 March 2017
Interview Date: Monday 24 April 2017
Ref: 02/17/1338
About Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University offers pre-degree study, undergraduate degrees and postgraduate degrees in a wide range of programmes. The University is linked with over 50 institutions in Europe, Asia, the USA and Africa.
Bath Spa University is a teaching-led university with an emphasis on teaching of the highest quality. In each of our Schools of study there are programmes with outstanding results in sector-wide quality assurance processes. The University has achieved exceptionally high rankings in national newspaper league tables. Its popularity is growing each year, and in the past five years it has achieved a 40% increase in undergraduate applications.
With around 5,500 students the University is small enough for students to benefit from a supportive and friendly study environment, but large enough to provide excellent facilities and resources. Its campuses are superb.
Bath Spa is one of the first major 'teaching-led' universities. This means that we place the highest possible emphasis on teaching quality, and we put the student at the very centre of our activities.
Our aim is to offer students a university experience that is distinctive, challenging and fulfilling, and that allows them to embark on their future careers with confidence and success. I hope that what we offer matches your needs and ambitions.
Mission:
Our mission is to be an outstanding and distinctive university that provides degree courses of the highest quality, informed by a culture of scholarship, expertise and teaching excellence.
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