Lecturer (Teaching) in Spanish Language

UCL Eastman Dental Institute; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in London seeks a Lecturer in Spanish Language to contribute to undergraduate teaching, focusing on seminars and assessments. The ideal candidate should have a postgraduate qualification in Spanish Teaching or Linguistics and experience in classroom teaching. Benefits include generous holiday, pension scheme, and additional support programs for staff.

Benefits

41 days holiday (including 27 days annual leave)

Defined benefit pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

On-site nursery and gym

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in classroom-based language teaching.
• Knowledge of language assessment and competence standards in the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver seminars, tutorials, and lectures.
• Assess students in Spanish language at university level.

Skills

Organizational skills

Teaching innovation

Education

Postgraduate qualification (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Spanish Teaching or Linguistics

Job description

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Lecturer (Teaching) in Spanish Language, London

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

About the role

The post holder will contribute to teaching at undergraduate level, with approximately contact hours per year. They will primarily teach Spanish language but may also teach Spanish literature, history, film, or culture based on their expertise and departmental needs. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering seminars, tutorials, and lectures as assigned by the Programme Director of SPLAS and the Head of Department of SELCS-CMII. Participation in departmental events and contribution to the department's intellectual life are expected. The role allows for 15% of working hours to be devoted to scholarship and research, with opportunities to engage in research clusters, seminars, public engagement, and other projects. For more details, see the full job description.

About you

The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate qualification (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Spanish Teaching as an Additional Language and/or Spanish Linguistics. Knowledge of language assessment and competence standards in the UK and Europe is required. Experience in classroom-based language teaching, assessing Spanish language at university level, including grammar, oral classes, and translation, is essential. Strong organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines, and interest in teaching innovation, especially in Technology Enhanced Language Learning, are important. To apply, upload your CV and personal statement, addressing all essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification. Do not include writing samples or additional documents, as only CV and personal statement will be considered. Further details are available in the full job description.

What we offer

We offer a range of benefits including:

• 41 days holiday (including 27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 6 closure days)
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• On-site nursery and gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme and discounted medical insurance

For more information or queries about the role or application process, please contact the provided contacts. The UCL Ways of Working supports colleagues to be successful and happy at UCL. More details are available on their website.