Location: | Northampton |
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Salary: | £37,386 to £52,841 per annum |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Permanent |
Placed On: | 26th May 2023 |
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Closes: | 12th June 2023 |
Job Ref: | UN4541 |
Location: Waterside Campus
About the job
Interview date: 10 July 2023
The subject team of Social Work are looking to appoint a qualified and experienced Social Worker to the post of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer for a permanent post. Ideally the successful candidate will have experience of working within a children and families setting.
The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to all elements of a students learning journey whilst at University. They will be required to develop, support and deliver teaching material to students in a range of formats. Furthermore, they will be required to contribute to marking and moderation of students work and be an active academic team member.
The post holder will ideally have experience of delivering skills training, teaching, mentoring or coaching and having worked with students in a supportive capacity. The post holder will ideally have a Practice Educator qualification.
We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.
This post is subject to a background disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service before any appointment can be confirmed.
About you
We are looking for someone with successful experience of Social Work practice, ideally in a Children and Families setting, supervising or mentoring students, a commitment to continuous professional development, good interpersonal skills and high standard of oral and written communication. Experience of supporting and providing teaching to students either academic or in practice settings. Good administrative skills characterised by effective time management. Ability to prepare teaching and assessment material using appropriate media including IT. Skills in effective team working and liaison with external agencies. Experience of using Virtual Learning Environments. A commitment of inter-professional learning. A commitment and understanding of equality and diversity issues. Ability to work to deadlines. Ability to travel for example visiting students on placement.
Qualifications
Essential;
Desirable;
Right to Work
All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
Equality
The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion.
This commitment, along with our legal and moral obligations, provides an inclusive environment for staff, students and the public who may be affected by our activities.
Together @ UON confirms our commitment to equality and inclusion, underpinned by our belief in taking action. We are dedicated to creating an environment that celebrates equality and harnesses the power of diversity.
Together @ UON demonstrates our pledge to our staff, students and partners to nurture and develop an environment where equality and inclusion can thrive whilst we Transform Lives and Inspire Change.
To find out more, please visit: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance-and-management/management/equality-and-diversity/
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