Senior Lecturer in Community Youth and Families

Contract/Hours of Work: 40

About Us:

Scholars School System is a national independent higher education provider delivering programmes from Foundation Year to Level 7, in partnership with Higher Education institutions. With over 3,000 students currently enrolled and more than 5,000 graduates in the last five years, we are committed to academic excellence, innovation, inclusion, and student success.
 
Purpose of the Role:

Scholars School System is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Lecturer in Community Youth and Families to support the delivery of a new undergraduate programme. The successful candidate will have a strong emphasis on teaching, learning and related activities to support student academic success related to community engagement, youth development, social policy, and youth leadership.

The Lecturer will collaborate with colleagues across the institution to enhance academic standards, support student progression, and contribute to the school’s strategic aims and values of inclusion, integrity, and professional development 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high-quality teaching across a range of modules in Community Youth and Family Studies.
• Support students’ academic and professional development through teaching, supervision, and pastoral care.
• Act as a module lead or deputy, ensuring academic excellence and compliance with quality assurance standards.
• Develop innovative and inclusive teaching resources, including digital and experiential learning materials.
• Integrate real-world case studies, policy analysis, and applied projects into learning and assessment.
• Contribute to curriculum development to reflect current practice, research, and sector priorities in youth and family work.
• Engage in research, scholarship, or professional practice to inform teaching and maintain subject expertise.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure effective programme delivery and student support across campuses.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of teaching, learning, and student engagement.
• Undertake administrative and committee responsibilities as required to support academic operations.

Person Specification:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree (MSc) in Community Youth Work, Family Studies, Social Sciences, or a related discipline
• PhD or EdD in a relevant discipline – Desirable
• Higher Education teaching qualification (PGCert, SFHEA, AFHEA, or FHEA) 
• Relevant professional registration or membership (e.g., JNC-recognised Youth Worker status)
• Significant experience teaching, training, or professional practice in the sports industry within the UK 
• Experience of delivering learning in Higher Education 
• Experience incorporating applied learning or real-world projects 
• Experience of module leadership and academic administration 
• Experience integrating applied learning and reflective practice in teaching 
• Proficiency in using virtual learning environments (e.g., Moodle, Canvas), digital tools, and blended learning methodologies
• Knowledge of formative and summative assessment methods, marking criteria, and feedback strategies that support student learning
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly to varied audiences

Benefits and Terms of Employment:

• The salary for this role ranges from £40,000 to £45,000 depending on the candidate’s level of experience.
• Up to £5k annual incentives (pro-rata) given quarterly on meeting KPIs and after successful completion of probation period
• Basic hours are 40 per week on site
• Holiday entitlement is 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 5% annual increase per year on completion from your start date of service and on meeting KPIs
• Complimentary lunch provided on working days
• Where staff training, development or meeting trips are located at another campus, all travel expenses are reimbursed.

Job Types

• Full-time, Permanent.
• Basic hours are 9am to 6pm onsite.

Join us in a vibrant academic environment that fosters growth and development for both staff and students. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team of educators.

Please apply via the 'Apply' button (E: Careers@scholarsschool.ac.uk)