Lecturer in Creative Writing (Poetry)

Keele University; Keele; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave entitlement

Access to continued personal, proffes-

Cycle to work scheme

Excellent staff pension scheme

On site nursery

Job summary

Keele University invites applications for a Lecturer in Creative Writing (Poetry). The role is part-time (0.5 FTE), based in Keele, starting January 2027, with a focus on supporting undergraduate and postgraduate Creative Writing programmes within the School of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Experience as a published poet is advantageous. The appointee will contribute to teaching, learning and research, with a track record suitable for career stage and a commitment to diverse cohorts of

Qualifications

• Experience delivering quality teaching at undergraduate level.
• A publication record commensurate with career stage.
• Passion for supporting diverse cohorts of students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engagement, teaching and assessment in Creative Writing at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Contribute to delivery, development and enhancement of teaching, learning and research in the School.

Job description

Lecturer in Creative Writing (Poetry)

FACULTY OF BUSINESS, LAW, HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Part Time 0.5 FTE (17.5 hours) Indefinite

The Opportunity

This post represents an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join a team of staff in Keele University’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences, The post sits in the Creative Writing programme, which offers both a BA and MA degree.

The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery, development and enhancement of teaching, learning and research in the School, supporting undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Creative Writing, and in the wider School as appropriate. Experience of work as a published poet would be a distinct advantage.

You will have experience in delivering quality teaching at undergraduate level, a publication record commensurate with career stage, and a passion for supporting diverse cohorts of students. This post is available on a 0.5fte basis (17.5 hours per week) from January 2027.

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

Salary and Working Hours

Company: Keele University Salary: from £41,885 a year, pro rata Hours: Part-time Location: Keele, ST5 5BG Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 13 Oct 2026 Closing date: 9 Nov 2026

Grade 7a Salary Range £41,885 - £48,337 pro rata (Incremental progression)

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

Equity and Diversity

Keele University values equity and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

Post reference: KU000005383

Interviews will be held on: 27 November 2026

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