2526693 - Lecturer in Social Work (Welsh Language Essential)

Glyndŵr University; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Glyndŵr University in Wrexham seeks a 0.4 FTE Lecturer in Social Work to teach across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The role focuses on high-quality learning, teaching and student support, including placements and Welsh-medium study, working within a collaborative, values-driven team.

The successful candidate will be a registered social worker with a masters-level qualification, excellent communication skills, and fluency in Welsh, enabling effective teaching in both Welsh and

Qualifications

• We are looking for a registered and qualified Social Worker.
• Master-level qualification or higher is required.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Welsh language competence is required.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality teaching and learning.
• Ability to facilitate engaging, interactive learning and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Teach across undergraduate and postgraduate Social Work programmes.
• Create and deliver high-quality learning, teaching and student support.
• Support students on placements and liaise with placement providers.
• Maintain links with the sector and support Welsh-medium study.

Skills

Registered social worker

Effective communicator

Welsh language proficiency

Teaching and learning

Teamwork

Education

Masters degree or higher in Social Work or related field

Job description

Lecturer in Social Work (Welsh Language Essential)

We are seeking to appoint a 0.4 FTE Lecturer in Social Work to teach across the suite of undergraduate and postgraduate Social Work programmes.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future Social Work workforce, and to join a creative, dynamic, and values driven team, which places co-production and participation at the heart of all we do.

About the role:

You will teach across undergraduate and postgraduate Social Work programmes, creating and delivering high-quality learning, teaching and student support. You will support students on their placements, liaising with placement providers, and maintaining strong links with the sector. You will support students who choose to study through the medium of Welsh.

About you:

We are looking for someone who is:

• a registered and qualified Social Worker
• educated to masters level or beyond
• a confident and effective communicator
• competent and confident in using the Welsh Language
• motivated to deliver high-quality teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level
• skilled in facilitating engaging, interactive learning opportunities
• solution focused, with a strong team work ethic

This fractional role is ideal for someone who wishes to combine ongoing professional practice with teaching in Higher Education allowing them to develop their skills in teaching and learning.

Wrexham University is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates and will ensure applicants will not be discriminated against due to their protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. The University will make all efforts to meet your access requirements. Please contact our Human Resources Team as soon as possible to discuss any adjustments or assistance you may need to complete your application form, or to answer any queries you may have.

We welcome applications in Welsh and English. Any applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.