Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Primary/Secondary ITT/E

Location: Kedleston Road, Derby

Hours: Part-Time (18.5 hours per week)

About the College

Inspiration, stimulation and real-world insight sums up our approach to learning and research across the College of Arts, Humanities and Education. Our strong creative community of staff and students, combined with a dynamic, energetic flourishing creative economy, will allow your talent to thrive and for you to realise your ambitions.

The Institute of Education sits within the College of Arts, Humanities and Education. We specialise in Initial Teacher Education, Childhood Studies, Education Studies, SEND, School Direct and Post 14 and Postgraduate Studies. As a Guardian Top 30 provider, we have a strong focus on the application of research to real-world settings and professional partnerships, with over 500 educational settings.

About the Role

Due to the continued growth on this programme, applications are invited for a Lecturer/Senior lecturer in Primary/Secondary ITT/E within the Institute of Education. This role is a part-time position of 18.5 hours per week (0.5 FTE), across Tuesdays, Thursdays and either Monday or Friday, depending on business needs.

As a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Primary/Secondary Initial Teacher Training and Education (ITT/E), you will deliver innovative, inclusive teaching and contribute to research within the College of Arts, Humanities, and Education at the University of Derby. This role involves shaping undergraduate and postgraduate programs to ensure an exceptional student experience, integrating real-world learning, and supporting employability.

You will also engage in impactful research to inform teaching, collaborate with partners, and contribute to the Research Excellence Framework (REF). Additionally, mentoring students, fostering external partnerships, and contributing to program development are key aspects of the role, with Senior Lecturers taking on leadership responsibilities in these areas.

Anticipated interview date - 13th February 2025

About You

An experienced educator with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in either the Primary or Secondary age phase and a master’s degree, ideally in education. You will have recent or current classroom experience and a strong understanding of curriculum development, teaching at Level 7, and supporting Initial Teacher Training/Education.

You will demonstrate a commitment to innovative and inclusive teaching, employing digital pedagogies to deliver engaging and impactful learning experiences. Your ability to inspire and challenge students will help them apply a principled approach to practice and achieve outstanding outcomes.

As a team player, you will lead modules, contribute to the program's direction, and work collaboratively with SCITT partners. Flexibility and responsiveness to external and student needs are key, along with a willingness to travel within the UK, including overnight stays. 

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Teacher’s Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Discounted access to Devonshire Spa
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Dr Alison Hardman, Head of Discipline: Secondary and Post 14 FES ITT/E via A.J.Hardman@derby.ac.uk.

Advert Closes: 30/01/2025

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