Teaching Associate in Foundation Engineering and Physical Sciences (Fixed-Term)

University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 32,080 - 35,608; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a Teaching Associate for a fixed-term position to teach and support Foundation Programme students in Engineering and Physical Sciences. The role involves acting as a personal tutor, and it is available immediately until July 2026. The position offers a salary ranging from £32,080 to £35,608 per annum pro-rata, based on skills and experience. This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of future engineers and scientists in a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching or tutoring in engineering or physical sciences.
• Ability to support and mentor students effectively.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support Foundation Programme students in Engineering and Physical Sciences.
• Act as a personal tutor to a number of students.

Job description

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Salary £32,080 to £35,608 per annum pro‑rata depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Area Engineering

Location Jubilee Campus

Closing Date Monday 05 January 2026

Reference ENG277825

The Department of Foundation Engineering and Physical Sciences at the University of Nottingham is looking for a Teaching Associate (fixed term) to teach and support students, particularly on the Foundation Programme in Engineering and Physical Sciences. This programme supports learners to reach the point where they are ready to enter an undergraduate degree programme in engineering, architecture, physics, computing or maths. Support will include acting as a personal tutor to a number of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support Foundation Programme students in Engineering and Physical Sciences.
• Act as a personal tutor to a number of students.

The role is available as soon as practical for a fixed term up to July 2026.

To understand more about our application process and how to complete a criteria‑based application form please visit the University of Nottingham Candidate Guidance. For informal inquiries, please contact Rowland Travis: [e-mail]. Please note that applications sent directly to this e‑mail will not be considered.

Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome individuals from diverse cultures, ethnicities and beliefs. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and an Athena Swan Gold Award holder.

Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration.