Lecturer in Law

Bath Spa University; Bath; On-site; GBP 44,746 - 47,389; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced paid leave

Family-friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Bath Spa University seeks a Lecturer in Law to design and deliver high-quality teaching across various Law modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will support students, engage in scholarly research, and contribute to curriculum planning.

The ideal candidate will have teaching experience, a Master’s degree, and flexibility to cover staff roles as needed. Benefits include a generous pension scheme, hybrid working options, and enhanced paid leave.

Qualifications

• Experience in Higher Education teaching.
• Ability to provide pastoral care.
• Capacity to teach on core modules.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver content for Law modules.
• Support and assess learners across subjects.
• Engage in research and scholarly activity.

Skills

Teaching experience

Capability to teach undergraduate and postgraduate students

Medical and Tort law specialties

Flexibility to cover for staff absence

Module leadership capability

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Compensation: Grade Ac3S - Starting from £44,746 rising to £47,389 per annum

Application Deadline: 10 July 2026

Department: Bath Business School

Location: Bath, Somerset - Newton Park

Description

We are currently seeking a Lecturer in Law who will design and deliver content across a range of Law modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will support and assess learners, contribute to curriculum planning and development, and engage in research and scholarly activity.

About the Role

Within the role you will design and deliver high‑quality teaching, assess learners across business‑related subjects, and contribute to curriculum development, pedagogical innovation, and the enhancement of the student experience. You will engage in relevant research and scholarly activity, build productive relationships with academic, professional, and industry networks, and ensure compliance with quality assurance and regulatory requirements. The role also includes supporting recruitment and promotional activities, undertaking school administrative responsibilities, contributing to the wider academic community, and, where appropriate, mentoring less experienced colleagues.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience
• Capability to teach undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Pastoral care responsibility
• Medical and Tort law specialties
• Module leadership capability
• Master’s degree
• Ability to teach on core modules
• Flexibility to cover for staff absence and fill roles as and when necessary
• Applicants with two years or less full‑time equivalent teaching experience in Higher Education who do not hold a Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Certificate accredited by the Higher Education Academy (HEA) or HEA fellowship will be required to complete an approved Certificate in Professional Learning in Higher Education course during the first two years of employment.
• Applicants with more than two years full‑time equivalent teaching experience in Higher Education who do not hold a Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Certificate accredited by the Higher Education Academy (HEA) or HEA fellowship will be required to accredit their practice through the HEA fellowship application process during the six‑month probation period.

Salary & Benefits

Grade Ac3S – Starting from £44,746 rising to £47,389 per annum.

Staff Benefits

• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher’s Pension Scheme). Defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post‑retirement.
• Enhanced paid leave – 41 to 46 days depending on the role (full‑time).
• Family‑friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on‑site nursery, and a sector‑leading enhanced maternity scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme, which offers access to on‑demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice and access to counselling.
• Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work.
• Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through an easy‑to‑use app.