Academic Tutor - Physics

Contract type: Variable hour, Permanent

Location: Sheffield, The University of Sheffield International College (On-Site)

The University of Sheffield International College and its programmes are provided by Study Group in collaboration with the University of Sheffield.
The Academic Tutor (Physics) will deliver high-quality education within the Science team. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for teaching the Foundation Level Physics module.

ABOUT THE ROLE  

• Deliver Academic Provision: Teach groups of international students at RQF Level 3 (International Foundation Year) with an average class size of 18–20 students.
• Module Delivery & Support: Effectively deliver the Physics module, working in seminar and laboratory classes alongside teaching and support staff.
• Assessment & Feedback: Undertake formative and summative marking and provide constructive feedback on a variety of student assessments.
• Module Coordination: Act as Module Coordinator where required; this may include leading a small teaching team, performing quality assurance checks on marking, and updating module materials.
• Quality Assurance: Engage fully with the college’s quality assurance procedures, moderation, and standardisation processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement module enhancement needs and opportunities to optimise student outcomes.
• Team Collaboration: Work actively as part of a busy, multidisciplinary team, contributing to meetings and communicating effectively with colleagues.

ABOUT YOU  

• A degree in a Physical Science or Engineering or a related discipline
• A recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, HEA Fellowship).
• Experience teaching Physics or a related discipline within UK Higher Education, Further Education, Sixth Form or equivalent
• Experience of assessment marking and writing at a minimum of RQF Level 3 or above (A-Level / Foundation level / Undergraduate).
• Demonstrable experience or capability to provide cross-disciplinary teaching support in a related module: Project Skills for STEM (requires MATLAB knowledge) or Mathematics.
• Experience of coordinating academic modules or equivalent academic leadership.
• Experience working with international students

Closing Date: 19^th August 2026

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