Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Law and Course Lead

Introduction to YSJ university

York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.

As one of the fastest-growing universities in the UK over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.

The team

Law is part of York Business School. Our law programme started in 2018 and has developed rapidly; in 2020 we opened York St John Law Clinic, in which students give legal advice and assistance under the supervision of experienced staff. Our LLB, MLaw, MLaw Legal Practice, and LLM Commercial Law and Practice, reflect the changes in the legal education and graduate employment landscape and our own identity. Our teaching emphasises personal and skills development, with a focus on employability. We aim to place law in context to further students’ understanding and develop analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. We have high expectations of, and aspirations for, our students and we aim to create engaging teaching and assessment which fosters understanding and develops valuable transferable skills. We pride ourselves in knowing our students as individuals and in offering high levels of personal support.

The role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team. You will have significant experience in developing and delivering quality, engaging and innovative teaching. We are particularly looking for candidates with experience of legal practice and/or supervising students in a legal advice setting. Application from candidates who can deliver the following modules is desirable: Equity and Trust; Property Law; Conveyancing; Wills and Administration; Civil Dispute Resolution; Personal Injury.

You will become the Course Leader and lead the LLB programme. You will be responsible for leading and maintaining high standards on the LLB programme while providing an excellent student experience.

Further information

For informal enquiries please contact Dr Ernestine Gheyoh Ndzi via e-mail at e.gheyohndzi@yorksj.ac.uk.

It is anticipated that the assessment process will involve a presentation and panel interview. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

This role is eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship subject to UKVI criteria being fulfilled. For further information regarding this visa route please visit Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.

Application process support

We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate guidance which provides advice about completing the application process.

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