Associate Lecturer in Health and Social Care (FE)

Bluetownonline; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Birmingham is looking for an Associate Lecturer in Health and Social Care. This role involves teaching aspiring healthcare professionals and supporting their journey with meaningful education. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in health or adult nursing and a passion for teaching. The university offers generous benefits, including annual leave, pension schemes, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous allocation of annual leave

Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme

Subsidised private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs

Staff development opportunities

Salary sacrifice schemes

Heavily-subsidised car parking

Free on-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in Further Education or evidence of coaching/mentoring in a clinical or professional setting.
• Strong industry background in health or adult nursing.
• Passion for supporting learners and helping them develop practical, job-ready skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and prepare students for meaningful careers in Health and Social Care.
• Teach on Health and Social Care programmes.

Skills

Experience teaching in Further Education

Strong industry background in health or adult nursing

Passion for supporting learners

Job description

Job Title: Associate Lecturer in Health and Social Care (FE)

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £31,236 - £37,694 per annum - AC1

Job type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term up to 12 months

The University is unlike any other. Standing proud in the heart of the city of Birmingham, they have been delivering career-focused education and training for decades. With around 8000 students across FE and HE level provision, the University is highly respected by employers and industry in meeting the region's skills needs.

The University's mission is to promote and provide the opportunity for participation in the learning process by those with the ambition and commitment to succeed and to maintain a learning community that meets the diverse needs of our students, the economy and society at large.

The Role

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals? Do you have real-world clinical experience and a flair for teaching or mentoring others?

The University is seeking a positive, enthusiastic, and motivated Associate Lecturer in Health and Social Care to join our Further Education team. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire and prepare students for meaningful careers in Health and Social Care, primarily through teaching on our Health and Social Care programmes on units such as:

• Human Growth and Development
• Reflective Practice
• Communication in Health and Social Care
• Personal and Professional Development

Why Join Us?

• Inspiring environment: Our centrally located Birmingham campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including a purpose-built Health Hub simulating real healthcare settings. It's the ideal place to bring theory to life.
• Career development: Whether you are an experienced FE lecturer or a healthcare professional looking to transition into teaching, we will support your journey.

What We're Looking For

• Experience teaching in Further Education or evidence of coaching/mentoring in a clinical or professional setting.
• A strong industry background in health or adult nursing.
• A passion for supporting learners and helping them develop practical, job‑ready skills.

Ready to make a difference in healthcare education?
Apply now and join a team that's shaping the future of health and social care professionals.

Benefits

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 16th November 2025.

Interview Date - Tuesday 2nd December 2025.

The University is an equal opportunities employer.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Health Lecturer, Social Care Lecturer, HNC/D Lecturer, Lecturer, Wellbeing Lecturer, University Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher will also be considered for this role.