Senior Lecturer in HSS Partnerships

Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.

Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.

At BNU, we have a variety of Partnerships that have expanded and we are excited to offer this role to enhance these courses across the School of Human and Social Sciences.

As the Lead Partnerships Tutor, you will oversee and enhance quality management processes to ensure compliance with university policies and achieve high standards across partner institutions. You will adapt and optimize the virtual learning environment to support effective teaching and learning. Additionally, you will develop and implement strategies for teaching, learning, and assessments that align with TEF Gold standards.

Your role will involve designing and executing improvement plans to enhance the educational experience and outcomes for students. You will foster and maintain strong relationships with partner institutions to ensure collaborative success. Leading strategic initiatives to enhance the school’s educational offerings and student experience will be a key part of your responsibilities.

Furthermore, you will strengthen industry connections to support employability and career progression for students. Contributing to policy development at regional and national levels to support educational excellence will also be an important aspect of your role.

What we offer:

• A generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
• Hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
• Training & development support opportunities
• Contributory pension scheme
• Discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
• A range of staff discounts with major retailers

If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information about this role please contact the Head of School Dr Ciarán O’Keeffe Ciaran.okeeffe@bnu.ac.uk or the Deputy Head of School Dr Kevin Campbell-Karn kevin.campbell-karn@bnu.ac.uk

All applications are to be made in full and online.

BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.

Closing Date: 06 April 2025

Interview Date:14 April 2025

If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

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