Construction Studies Lecturer

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

Job summary

A UK higher education institution is seeking a Lecturer in Construction Management. This role encompasses delivering modules related to construction management principles, developing course materials, and assessing student performance. Applicants should hold a Master's degree and have prior lecturing experience in the UK. The position offers 25 days of annual leave, pension schemes, and various flexible benefits. This opportunity requires a commitment to maintaining high educational standards, engaging in professional development, and the ability to work with diverse student groups.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement for career development

Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery

Perks@Work discounts

Qualifications

• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in a relevant subject area.
• Extensive knowledge of construction management principles and practices.
• Experience supervising student work and providing support.

Responsibilities

• Delivering modules related to the principles and practices of construction management.
• Planning, delivering, and assessing student work.
• Updating and improving course materials.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-working skills

Ability to work with diverse groups

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