Visiting Lecturer

City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George’s, University of London into one institution. The combined university is now one of the largest higher education destinations for London students, combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, policy, law, creativity, communications, science and technology. Our students are at the heart of everything that we do, and we are committed to supporting them to pursue their career and personal ambitions.

Our research is engaged, at the frontier of practice and has a positive impact on the world around us.

We are creating a ‘health powerhouse’ for students, researchers, the NHS and partners in uniting a world-leading specialist health university, in which staff and students have access to an expanded team of brilliant academic and professional services colleagues, combined resources and facilities and increased interdisciplinary opportunities. We are now one of the UK’s largest health educators and one of the largest suppliers of the health workforce in the capital.

Background

The City Law School are seeking Visiting Lecturers to support the delivery of the Bar Vocational Studies (BVS) course through teaching, skills training and assessment. The role also involves providing academic and pastoral support to students. This is an opportunity to contribute a professionally focused and supporting learning environment within a team committed to high standards and success.

Responsibilities

Visiting Lecturers will contribute to the delivery of the BVS programme through teaching, marking assessments and facilitating skills-based workshops. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering teaching materials, providing constructive feedback and supporting student's academic progress. Visiting Lecturers are also expected to offer pastoral guidance and contribute to maintaining a supporting learning environment.

Person Specification

Applicants should be qualified barristers with relevant professional experience and a strong understanding of the Bar training pathway. Relevant experience in legal training in England and Wales and/or relevant experience in teaching is essential. A commitment to student development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to deliver engaging practice-focused teaching is essential. Candidates should also be able to provide both academic and pastoral support.

Additional Information

Closing date: 11 July 2025 at 11:59pm.

*Please note that we are accepting applications on a rolling basis.*

The selection process will involve an interview and a presentation. Further details will be confirmed at the interview stage.

To apply and for more information about the post please use the links below.

City St George’s offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background.

City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.

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