Lecturer in Social Science

Hull College; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Hull is seeking a Lecturer in Social Science, focusing on Criminology and Psychology or Law. They are responsible for delivering engaging teaching, course leadership, and providing support to students. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, prior teaching experience, and innovative teaching methods. The position offers a competitive salary of £25,500 - £39,267 FTE per annum and 42 days of annual leave.

Benefits

42 days annual leave

Continued professional development

Qualifications

• Specialism in Criminology, and Psychology with a qualification at level 4 or above.
• Previous experience in teaching subject specialism including BTEC and WJEC qualifications.
• Experience working within Further/Higher education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality and engaging teaching and learning.
• Plan and prepare all relevant teaching documentation.
• Assess, monitor and provide timely feedback to students.

Skills

Innovative teaching methods

Leadership in curriculum

Subject specialism knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Qualification in Criminology or Psychology

Cert. Ed/PGCE

Job description

Overview

As our Lecturer in Social Science (Criminology & Psychology or Law), you will work primarily with students engaged across a range of courses providing support needed to achieve their programme of study.

The post holder will need to be innovative in their teaching methods and responsible for aspects of leadership within the curriculum.

Hull College provides high-quality education & training for school leavers & adults, offering a wide range of vocational study programmes, Apprenticeships & degrees.

As one of the largest vocational institutes of its kind in the region, we have one focus - to create careers, not courses. We pride ourselves on this approach & are committed to ensuring our learners acquire the relevant skills, knowledge, attitudes & experience to progress in life, whether that is to seek employment in the industry of their choice or step up to higher education & university.

While dedicated to delivering the very best experiences to our learners, we also extend the same commitment to our staff. We have worked hard to create an environment where all of our staff, no matter what their role, are empowered to inspire & support our vision to create better futures for the people of Hull.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, engaging and challenging teaching and learning, employing innovative and interactive teaching methods to ensure stretch, challenge, and engagement of students of all ages and abilities
• Leading, coordinating and supporting course activities to achieve curriculum area targets, including collation and submission of financial claims to appropriate funding bodies and partners as required
• Planning, preparing and updating all relevant teaching documentation including schemes of work, lesson plans and online learning materials using Canvas
• Facilitating academic tutorials, contributing to marketing, promotion. Recruitment and interviewing of students and participating in open events, schools tasters and enrolment events.
• Assessing, monitoring and recording timely feedback to students, leading IV/IQA processes, and contributing to quality assurance processes and curriculum design within the area.
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of the subject specialism by attending appropriate professional/ vocational updating.
• Attend meetings and communicating with colleagues within the curriculum area as and when required
• Leading, coordinating and supporting course activities that will support the achievement of curriculum area targets. Accurately carry out the qualification completion process within the departmental systems in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Specialism in Criminology, and Psychology include a qualification at level 4 or above
• Cert. Ed/PGCE or willingness to work towards
• Previous experience in teaching subject specialism including BTEC and WJEC qualifications
• Experience working within Further/Higher education
• Experience of course leadership
• The ability to work as a professional team member and able to liaise with tutors, employers, awarding bodies and other agencies
• The ability to work flexibly, including evening and weekend work

How to apply

If you have the skills and experience, we are looking for and would like to join us as our Lecturer in Social Science (Criminology & Psychology or Law) please click 'Apply' now, we'd love to hear from you!

Safeguarding & Requirements

Hull College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to contribute to the delivery of their safeguarding strategy and values. In addition, these posts require the colleague to undertake an enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please note that this post is subject to regulated activity.

We at Hull College prioritise digital proficiency; all new staff should either be skilled or open to training, looking forward to hearing from you on the last point.

General Information

• Working Hours: 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
• Salary: £25,500 - £39,267 FTE per annum
• Annual Leave: 42 days per annum (excluding bank holidays and up to 3 additional discretionary days over the Christmas/New Year period)