Part-Time History Teaching for PhD Students

Durham University; North East; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Durham University seeks a candidate for Part-Time Teaching (26000975) in the Department of History. The role is combined teaching and marking, at Casual Grade 6, with duties including planning, delivering courses, updating syllabi, and supervising student projects.

Applicants must be current PhD students registered at Durham University, supervised by at least one member of the Department of History. Closing date 24-Sep-2026.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and teach courses/deliver tutorials as specified by the relevant department.
• Provide and update syllabus materials.
• Assist with curriculum development and the production of Learning & Teaching materials.
• Set and/or mark assessments according to relevant published criteria.
• Keep accurate records of marks awarded, liaising with the departmental assessment team as necessary.
• Provide oral and/or written feedback to students in line with departmental policy, procedures and timescales.
• Assist and direct student projects as required.
• Ensure that students follow ethical guidelines in conducting their projects.
• Help ensure appropriate student conduct, implement the University’s code of conduct and report any concerns to the academic mentor.
• Monitor the welfare of the student(s) and report any concerns immediately.
• Maintain registers and monitor attendance.

Job description

Durham University seeks a candidate for Part-Time Teaching (26000975) in the Department of History. The role is combined teaching and marking, at Casual Grade 6, with duties including planning, delivering courses, updating syllabi, and supervising student projects.

Applicants must be current PhD students registered at Durham University, supervised by at least one member of the Department of History. Closing date 24-Sep-2026.