Teaching Associate Foundation Arts (Fixed Term)

Area: Cultures, Languages & Area Studies

Location: University Park

We are delighted to be seeking to recruit a Teaching Associate in Foundation Arts to join the School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies at the University of Nottingham.  

Our School thrives through the different ideas and experiences of colleagues, who come from a mix of cultures and backgrounds. We strive to foster a welcoming, inspiring and supportive workplace. We are seeking applications from candidates whose background, experience and identity broadens and enhances the diversity of our existing team and would especially welcome applications from members of groups who are currently underrepresented in the School, particularly Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates. We understand that having a mix of perspectives, lived experiences and approaches to teaching and research enhances our day-to-day work and enriches our School community.

The primary purpose of the role is to facilitate the academic development of students so that they can flourish and realise their potential as undergraduates at the University of Nottingham. Role holders will prepare and deliver high quality teaching in a variety of formats, provide pastoral care and academic guidance, and contribute to administrative duties including effective marketing of the Foundation Year programme and recruitment and admissions processes. 

Applicants must hold a PhD (complete or thesis pending) or equivalent experience in professional qualifications and experience. They should have foundation year or undergraduate level teaching experience as well as the ability to engage and retain the interest and enthusiasm of students. Detailed knowledge of teaching methods and techniques is also essential as is the ability to communicate complex information clearly.

This is a full-time (36.25 hours), fixed term post, starting as soon as possible in January 2025 until 30^th June 2025. Job share arrangements may be considered.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

Candidates should attach a CV and a covering letter stating why they are suitable for the role with their application.

Further information about the School is available at https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/clas/ and the Foundation Arts programme at https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/arts/teaching/foundation-year/foundation.aspx 

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Doug.Ingram@nottingham.ac.uk . Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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We want you to succeed in our recruitment process and have published Candidate Guidance for you to access information and support on application and interview process.

We offer a range of benefits, visit Your Benefits website to learn what we can offer you.

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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.

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