Teaching Associate

European Commission; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in the UK is seeking a part-time Teaching Associate in Inclusive Education. This position involves supporting inclusive education programmes, developing teaching content, and supervising postgraduate students. Ideal for experienced professionals aiming to contribute to educational inclusion and curriculum design.

Benefits

Defined contribution pension scheme

41 days' annual leave, inclusive of public holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on train season tickets

Free Travel to Work loans

University Staff Counselling Service

Training and development opportunities

Relocation and accommodation support

Qualifications

• Experience of university teaching in educational inclusion.
• Experience supervising students at various levels.
• Experience developing course content and assessing at university level.

Responsibilities

• Support undergraduate and postgraduate inclusive education programmes.
• Develop and deliver teaching and supervision.
• Mark coursework and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teaching methods

Education

PhD in a related area

Job description

Organisation/Company UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE Research Field Educational sciences Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Country United Kingdom Application Deadline 22 Jun 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Other Job Status Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Department/Location: Faculty of Education

Salary: £35,116 - £45,413 pro rata

Reference: JR46203

Category: Academic

Closing date: 22 June 2025

About Us

The University of Cambridge is one of the world's leading academic institutions, renowned for its excellence in education, research, and innovation. With 31 Colleges, over 150 faculties and departments, and a thriving ecosystem of museums, libraries, and research centres.

At Cambridge, our mission is to contribute to society through world-class education, learning, and research. With a deep respect for tradition and a bold vision for the future, we continue to shape the world through knowledge, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

We are now looking for a Teaching Associate in Inclusive Education to join us on a part-time basis until 1st July 2026.

The Benefits

• Salary of £35,116 - £45,413 per annum (pro rata to 0.6 FTE)
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• 41 days' annual leave, inclusive of public holidays (pro rata)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts on train season tickets and interest
• Free Travel to Work loans
• University Staff Counselling Service
• Discounts at the University Sports Centre, and other local gyms, and healthcare schemes
• Support with childcare and family friendly policies
• Generous maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave entitlement
• Shopping discounts (both local and national)
• Payroll Giving scheme
• Relocation and accommodation support
• Training and development opportunities

This is a meaningful opportunity for an experienced higher education professional with expertise in inclusive education or SEND to join our prestigious organisation.

You'll have the chance to shape the learning journey of students at one of the world's most respected academic institutions, while championing inclusive and accessible education practices that directly support future educators and researchers.

What's more, with a highly supportive environment, generous benefits, and outstanding professional development opportunities, you'll be empowered to grow your own academic profile while contributing to cutting-edge research and inclusive curriculum design.

The Role

As a Teaching Associate in Inclusive Education, you will support undergraduate and postgraduate inclusive education programmes and courses focused on SEND students.

Specifically, you will develop and deliver teaching, supervision and examinations, and design and deliver lectures, seminars and supervisions, incorporating inclusive and accessible teaching approaches.

Contributing to postgraduate research methods teaching, you will focus on qualitative, participatory and inclusive methodologies, while helping to shape curriculum content within relevant modules.

Additionally, you will:

• Supervise postgraduate students and co-ordinate teaching staff on modules
• Mark coursework, including dissertations and offer constructive feedback
• Set and mark exams, participating in examiners meetings and practical examinations
• Support student admissions processes and provide academic references
• Produce online learning resources for internal use

About You

• At a minimum, a PhD in a related area or equivalent demonstrable experience and/or a teaching qualification
• Experience of university teaching in the area of educational inclusion of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)
• Experience of supervising students at undergraduate, Master's and/or PhD level
• Experience of employing inclusive and accessible teaching approaches
• Experience of developing course content at undergraduate and/or Master's level
• Experience of assessing and marking at university level
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Other organisations may call this role Inclusive Education Lecturer, SEND and Inclusion Teaching Associate, Inclusive Education Academic Associate, Specialist Teaching Associate in SEND, or Inclusive Learning and Teaching Officer.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

For detailed information about the role and working for the University, please see the 'Further Information' link at the bottom of the advert.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Dr Ros McLellan (University Associate Professor) via email: [e-mail] .

If you have any questions about the application process or have any difficulties with applying for the vacancy, please contact the Faculty of Education HR team at [e-mail] .

Please quote reference JR46203 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.