Construction Studies Lecturer

Bath Spa University; Dunford Bridge; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious UK university is seeking a Lecturer in Construction Management to teach undergraduate courses related to the principles and practices of the construction industry. The role requires flexibility in teaching hours, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's degree (PhD preferred) and possess prior lecturing experience. This position offers numerous benefits, including 25 days annual leave, a pension scheme, and tuition reimbursement for career development courses.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Benefits

Perks@Work discounts

Qualifications

• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area.
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of relevant subject matter.
• Experience supervising student work and providing support.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess student work.
• Develop and improve course materials.
• Engage in staff development activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-working skills

Ability to work under pressure

Prioritization skills

Education

Master's degree in a relevant subject area

PhD desirable

Job description

Department: Academic/Bath Spa University partnership (BSU)

Location: Manchester (On-Site)

Salary: £51,000

Type of Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)

Our Vision

Changing lives through education.

The role

We are currently seeking Lecturers to teach across a range of undergraduate levels as part of our BSc (Hons) Construction Management programme. Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends. Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What you'll be doing

As a Lecturer in Construction Management at Global Banking School, you will deliver modules related to the principles and practices of construction management, including the legal, environmental and technological context of today's construction industry. You will develop and deliver comprehensive course materials, undertake all aspects of learning, teaching and assessment of students and keep up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of planning, delivering, and assessing student work, ensuring that all learning outcomes are met
• Developing, updating, and improving course materials as appropriate
• Using a variety of learning and teaching methods/materials
• Actively engaging in staff development activities, peer observations, meetings and other administrative duties
• Understanding and keeping up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices
• Working towards a range of clearly defined objectives for student attendance, continuation, completion, satisfaction and student progression

About you

• You will hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable)
• You will have previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area
• You will be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of relevant subject matter
• You will have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback
• You will have experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records
• You will be able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people

Desirable

• You will hold a Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent)
• Experience of design/development of academic or professional education programmes or equivalent

What we offer

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holiday
• 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Workplace pension scheme
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech scheme and much more
• Perks@Work discounts