Assistant Professor in Social Work (Education)

Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £46,735 to £55,755 with potential progression once in post to £62,728

Contract Type: Fixed Term contract up to May 2026

Background

The Department of Social Work and Social Care has a long-established tradition and national and international reputation for its excellence in teaching and research. Our social work programmes have a strong emphasis on social justice and seek to develop in students a passion for social work, intellectual understanding and personal insight and integrity. 

We are inviting applications for a collaborative and student-focused educator in Social Work and Social Care for a fixed term appointment to replace a colleague currently on maternity leave.

As a valued member of the Department, you will:

• Contribute to a research-informed and intellectually rigorous curriculum
• Deliver high-quality teaching across a range of social work subjects
• Support student learning through innovative pedagogy and engagement
• Take part in course management and academic administration
• Promote professional development with an international and inter-professional outlook

Applicants who are registered with Social Work England or an equivalent international body are especially encouraged to apply.

Role Summary

You will contribute to a range of education-related activities. In addition, you will be expected to demonstrate academic citizenship, developing and maintaining mutually respectful and supportive working relationships with all staff and students, and ensuring the way you carry out your role impacts positively on how others carry out theirs. 

Teaching is likely to include a substantial contribution to: (a) the management, development and delivery of teaching and assessment at all levels; and (b) enhancement of the student experience and employability. The role will typically also involve developing and advising others, including: (a) providing expert advice to staff and students, and (b) developing and advising others on learning and teaching tasks and methods. 

You will be expected to advance teaching and learning practice in your modules within the school, take a role in leading curriculum development, and play an important role in student academic and pastoral support. You will deliver excellent teaching that inspires students, and is informed by discipline-based research. 

Management and administration is likely to include developing and making substantial contributions to knowledge transfer, enterprise, business engagement, public engagement widening participation, schools outreach, or similar activities at Department/School level or further within the University.

Person Specification

• Normally, a higher Degree relevant to the discipline area (usually PhD) or equivalent qualifications.
• Extensive teaching experience and scholarship within subject specialism.
• Proven ability to devise, advise on and manage learning.
• Skills in managing, motivating & mentoring others.

Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Makhan Shergill, Head of Department Social Work & Social Care, email: m.shergill@bham.ac.uk

To download the full job description and details of this position and submit an electronic application online please click on the 'Apply' button above.   

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