Lecturer in Conservation Education and Engagement

TN United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university college in Chelmsford is seeking a Lecturer in Conservation Education and Engagement. This full-time, permanent position involves delivering teaching across various programs and requires expertise in social sciences related to conservation. The role offers numerous benefits including generous leave, pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Teachers Pension Scheme

35 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Staff assistance programs

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Expertise in social sciences such as education, anthropology, anthrozoology, psychology, or sociology.
• Experience in academic or industry research and qualitative methods is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Design, support, assess, and evaluate teaching at various levels.

Skills

Education

Anthropology

Anthrozoology

Psychology

Sociology

Research

Qualitative methods

Education

Postgraduate qualification (PhD preferred)

Teaching qualification or willingness to obtain one

Job description

Job Title:

Lecturer in Conservation Education and Engagement, Chelmsford

Client:

Writtle College

Location:

Chelmsford

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

2

Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

Job Description:

Salary: £35,333 per annum
Closing date: 05.07.2025
Position: Grade 7, Full-time, 37 hours/week (1.0 FTE), Permanent

Writtle University College invites applications for a Conservation Education and Engagement Lecturer to join our Department of Animal Science. The role involves delivering innovative teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including MSc Conservation Education and Engagement and BSc(Hons) Conservation and Community Engagement.

The successful candidate will have expertise in social sciences such as education, anthropology, anthrozoology, psychology, or sociology, with an interest in conservation. A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field (PhD preferred) and a teaching qualification or willingness to obtain one are required. Experience in academic or industry research and qualitative methods is advantageous.

The role includes designing, supporting, assessing, and evaluating teaching at various levels. The department collaborates with sectors like wildlife conservation, zoos, and animal industries, with established links to organizations like Essex Wildlife Trust, Essex County Parks, RSPB, and Colchester Zoo.

Benefits include campus facilities near Chelmsford, Teachers Pension Scheme, 35 days annual leave plus bank holidays, staff assistance programs, and gym discounts. The role supports widening participation and recruiting students from diverse backgrounds.

For informal inquiries, contact Jarmila Bone, Head of Department, at [emailprotected]. Applications should specify desired hours; the position can be full-time or fractional.