Departmental Tutor

Oxford University Department for Continuing Education (OUDCE) is seeking to appoint a part-time tutor to teach our online courses, Greek Mythology and Fall of Rome.

About the role

Greek Mythology and Fall of Rome are accredited short online courses with Greek Mythology running up to three times a year and Fall of Rome running up to twice a year. They are taught asynchronously, with interaction taking place via text-based forums. Tutors’ duties include teaching online, preparing weekly video messages, marking and providing feedback on coursework, as well as dealing with administrative tasks relevant to the course.

This is a part-time (0.34FTE) position, available on a permanent basis. 

About you

You will be well-qualified academically with experience of teaching and researching at a university level. Candidates with a background in classical archaeology and ancient history are particularly welcome.

About us

OUDCE provides opportunities for people from a wide variety of backgrounds to benefit from the University’s rich and unique resources. We are ambitious and forward-thinking, with a strong sense of identity and community. Our mission is to inspire people locally, nationally and globally by extending access to Oxford’s world-class teaching and resources through flexible and inclusive opportunities for study and research.

Colleagues uphold the Mission, Vision and Values of the Department and actively promote a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion.

What we offer

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days’ annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

Application process

You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

To make informal enquiries about the post please contact Jade Whitlam (jade.whitlam@conted.ox.ac.uk)

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 25 February 2025.

Interviews will take place during as soon as possible after the closing date.

Bring your expertise to the University of Oxford and be a part of a community that values creativity, diversity, and excellence.

The University of Oxford is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of their background.

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