Teaching Associate (Part Time, Fixed Term)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution is looking for a part-time Teaching Associate in English Literature to support Foundation Year students. This role involves delivering engaging teaching, co-convening papers, and contributing to academic workshops. The ideal candidate will have a strong English Literature background and a passion for education, aiming to bridge gaps for students transitioning to university. Join a collaborative team dedicated to enhancing student learning and success in a dynamic educational environment. If you are committed to fostering academic growth and inclusivity, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching English Literature and related subjects.
• Ability to contribute to course improvements and interdisciplinary teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver teaching and contribute to course improvements for Foundation Year students.
• Co-convene papers and teach on various topics including Romanticism.

Skills

English Literature

Teaching Skills

Academic Literacies

Education

Degree in English Literature or related field

Job description

Department/Location: Student Admissions & Access, Cambridge

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 1 August 2027 in the first instance.

The Cambridge Foundation Year is seeking to appoint a part-time (0.5 FTE) Teaching Associateship (English Literature) on a two-year contract.

The role holder will join an established team of teaching staff supporting the fourth and fifth cohorts of Foundation Year students. We are particularly keen to appoint someone with an English Literature background who can bolster our capacity to deliver papers.

The role holder will play an active role in delivering teaching and contributing to course improvements. They will co-convene Papers, including teaching on Romanticism and Windrush Generation poetry, contribute to Academic Literacies workshops, and offer teaching on some other papers depending on relevant expertise (for example, Paper 7 ' 'Something magical, something sublime': an interdisciplinary approach to King's College Chapel or Paper 4 - Exploring the Religions of South Asia).

This is a multi-disciplinary course in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. It is designed to bridge the gap between A Level or other Level 3 achievement and Cambridge degree study for students with the potential to achieve the standard for admission to Cambridge, but who, as a result of educational disadvantage or disruption, do not have the level of attainment or access to qualifications required for entry to a Cambridge course.

Additional information regarding the role can be found within the Further Particulars. When applying, please upload your CV and cover letter which clearly sets out how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification of the Further Particulars (the knowledge, skills, and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to interview based upon these criteria.

Applications are welcome both from external and internal candidates including internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Informal inquiries can be made by contacting [e-mail]

The closing date for applications is Sunday 18 May 2025

Interviews will be held on Friday 6 June or Monday 9 June 2025

If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact [e-mail]

Please quote reference AT45710 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.

£35,116 to £45,413 pro rata