Lecturer in English Language/TESOL

University of the West of Scotland – School of Education & Social Sciences

Paisley Campus

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed term: 12 months (maternity leave)

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THE POST – REQ000550 - Lecturer in English Language / TESOL

Division of Education for an enthusiastic lecturer and TESOL educator to cover Maternity Leave.

Self-motivated and able to work as part of the Languages team, you will coordinate and teach on our BA (Hons) English Language programme, and work on a range of other University-wide English language courses. You will be involved in recruitment activities, and in developing the curriculum within the School. You will support undergraduate students and will undertake research within one of the School’s research centres, where appropriate.

The successful candidate should have the following:

• Degree and relevant postgraduate/PhD qualification or equivalent qualification
• Experience of learning, teaching and assessment within English Language and TESOL education
• Experience of delivering and developing modules across the curricular area of English Language and TESOL at undergraduate level
• Experience of hybrid delivery of learning and teaching and of use of authentic/real-world assessment approaches
• Commitment to delivering high quality teaching and supporting an outstanding student experience.

About us

University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland’s largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses.

With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others. 

UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2024 Young University Rankings).

The School of Education & Social Sciences at UWS combines sector-leading education provision with strong expertise in social science teaching and research in the west of Scotland and beyond. You will join a supportive and committed team, playing a crucial role in the School’s commitment to social justice and making a difference locally, nationally and internationally. Our students benefit from innovative, practice-focused and research-informed courses, and deep-rooted partnerships with leading organisations across the world.

We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes:

• 35 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays
• An additional days leave on your birthday
• Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme
• A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance
• Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers
• Fitness facilities across our campuses
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional, career and research development opportunities.

Interview date: Wednesday 24^th June 2026

Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception, where evidence would need to be provided)

The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged.

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