Academic Tutors

University of Sunderland; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Sunderland is seeking Academic Tutors to support teaching in modules for both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students. Candidates should possess an honours degree in a relevant subject area and have teaching experience or relevant professional background. The role involves flexibility based on programme needs and may include teaching across the year. The position offers generous annual leave and pension scheme enrollment.

Benefits

36 days annual leave plus 13 additional days

Pension scheme

Discounted private medical insurance

Discounted CitySpace Fitness membership

Qualifications

• An honours degree in a relevant subject area is required.
• Teaching experience or relevant professional experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching support on modules as needed.
• Teach Undergraduate and Postgraduate students on Campus.
• Join the Academic Tutor pool for teaching across the year.
• Fill gaps due to staff absence or increased student numbers.

Skills

Teaching experience in a relevant subject area

Ability to support increased student numbers

Education

Honours degree in a relevant subject area

Job description

Overview

Our Academic Tutors play a fundamental role within our teaching provision. Academic Tutors work alongside our Lecturers and Senior Lecturers to provide teaching support where needed, such as during increased student numbers or staff absences (e.g., holidays, maternity, sickness). The role may involve teaching Undergraduate and Postgraduate students on Campus, depending on qualifications. If you are suitable for the role, you will be added to our Academic Tutor pool and may be offered teaching on modules across the year, depending on programme needs and availability. We are looking to recruit imminently to support current teaching requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching support on modules as needed, alongside Lecturers and Senior Lecturers.
• Teach Undergraduate and Postgraduate students on Campus (depending on qualifications).
• Join the Academic Tutor pool and be available for teaching across the year based on programme needs and availability.
• Fill gaps due to staff absence or increased student numbers.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in a relevant subject area.
• Teaching experience in a relevant subject area or relevant professional experience.

Benefits

• Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement of 36 days, plus 5 closure days over Christmas and 8 Bank Holidays.
• Enrolment into our pension scheme for long-term financial security.
• Access to the My Lifestyle Benefits Platform with discounts at retailers, and exclusive schemes for purchasing a car, bike, or technology at a discounted rate.
• Discounted private medical insurance, health cash plans, and guidance on financial well-being.
• Discounted CitySpace Fitness membership for a healthy, active lifestyle.

Equality, diversity & inclusion: We strongly believe that an inclusive university where a diverse range of individuals feel valued and have equal opportunity is good for our staff, students, university, and society. Our work on equality, diversity and inclusivity is a priority, and we want all staff to be part of that journey with us. Our recent staff survey conducted in 2023 showed that 97% of our staff believed we were committed to achieving an inclusive university.