Lecturer in Learning and Teaching

0.6 FTE (21 hours per week)

Fixed Term – 3 years

Post Ref: NU3226

Salary: £38,784 to £43,482 per annum pro rata

Birmingham Newman University is seeking an ambitious, driven, and values-led Lecturer in Learning and Teaching to contribute to the delivery and ongoing development of the University’s Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE). Working closely with the Head of Learning, Teaching and Assessment, this role has a significant cross-institutional remit and offers an exciting opportunity to influence pedagogical innovation and academic practice across the University.

The successful candidate will design and facilitate engaging, research-informed postgraduate learning experiences and support academic staff in developing inclusive, reflective, and evidence-informed approaches to teaching, assessment, and curriculum design. The role includes contributing to online and blended learning, supporting Advance HE Fellowship applications, participating in quality assurance processes, and engaging in scholarship related to higher education pedagogy.

Essential criteria include: 

• A doctoral qualification (PhD).
• Fellowship of Advance HE (FHEA or above).
• A postgraduate qualification in Higher Education or a recognised equivalent in academic practice.
• Experience of teaching and assessing at postgraduate level within UK higher education.
• Demonstrable knowledge of the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF) and Advance HE accreditation processes.
• Experience of online and blended learning design and delivery.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to facilitate reflective and critical dialogue.
• A commitment to student-centred higher education and a scholarly, reflective approach to practice.

Informal enquiries about this opportunity are very welcome. Please contact Charlotte Lewandowski at c.lewandowski@newman.ac.uk, to discuss the role further.

An online application form and further details about this role are available via the 'Apply' button above.  Please submit your completed online application form by the advertised closing date.

Please note that CVs are not accepted as part of the application process unless explicitly stated

Closing date for applications: 22 May 2026

Interviews will take place on 18 June 2026

Birmingham Newman University offers a wide range of staff benefits including 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts), pension scheme, chaplaincy and spiritual care, library services, free on-site parking, discounted travel scheme, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, occupational health and counselling services and staff development opportunities. Further details of the full range of staff benefits available can be found on our website: https://www.newman.ac.uk/knowledge-base/staff-benefits/ or please contact the Human Resources Department.

Birmingham Newman University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Birmingham Newman University is located on Genners Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 3NT.

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