Newcastle University Hiring for Lecturer in Education Job at Newcastle upon Tyne, England , UK Full Time

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

What’s in it for you? Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits . We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Newcastle is an inclusive global University community where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.

Newcastle University is committed to being a fully inclusive Global University which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of race, sex, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, as well as being open to flexible working practices.

Salary:
Lecturer Grade F: £32,348 to £42,155 per annum

Lecturer Grade G: £43,414 to £51,805 per annum

Closing Date: 05 January 2023

The Role

The School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Education with expertise and experience of teaching within the Primary age phase. The successful applicant will join a committed, flexible and innovative team, making a significant contribution to the delivery, management and development of the University’s Primary Initial Teacher Education (ITE) Programmes. They will also have a knowledge and understanding of contemporary research and development in the field of primary education from a national and international perspective. The successful applicant will act as a tutor for students across our PGCE programmes. They will contribute, as appropriate, to teaching, tutoring and supervising within the suite of education programmes offered within the school of ECLS.

Any informal enquiries should be directed to: Fred Clark, Head of Education [email protected] or Julie Morris, Head of School [email protected]

The University has developed an Academic Job Summary Guidance document which summarises the range of activities that academic staff may be expected to perform.

The University holds a silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality.

We encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing team. We believe that success depends on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.

Key Accountabilities To design and deliver high quality teaching and learning to students in line with ECLS and University teaching objectives To make a significant contribution to the planning, teaching, marking, assessment and development of modules within the Primary PGCE programmes To teach specific sessions and contribute to the curriculum development of a key subject within Primary education To provide academic tutorial and pastoral support as a tutor for groups of students following the Primary ITE programmes To observe, supervise and support the progression of trainee teachers on school-based placements To undertake quality assurance during school-based placement visits To provide induction and training for school-based subject mentors To contribute to the recruitment and selection of Primary trainee teachers To make a contribution to programmes in Education, including Masters supervision To evaluate all areas of own practice and undertake continuing professional development To contribute to the administration and leadership of Primary PGCE programmes as appropriate to experience To undertake academic, scholarly and allocated administrative duties as required by the Head of School

The Person

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Possesses sufficient breadth of specialist knowledge and subject pedagogy to teach across a range of subjects within the Primary phase Professional knowledge gained from successful experience of teaching in a Primary phase setting Successful experience of acting as a school-based tutor, mentor or coach to support or lead professional development for trainee teachers and/or experienced teachers Ability to inspire students and fellow colleagues through the development and delivery of high-quality effective teaching and learning High levels of organisational and administrative skills

Desirable Knowledge of current priorities and developments in Primary teaching and learning /or initial teacher education, including the Core Content Framework (Essential) and Early Career Framework Experience of middle or senior leadership in educational context Professional knowledge gained from experience of teaching and assessment in Higher Education Experience of project leadership, including budgeting Experience of undertaking educational scholarship research, including publishing in peer reviewed journals and/or professional practice journals.

Attributes and Behaviour Excellent oral and written communication skills for a wide range of audiences Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to engage with and respond enthusiastically and positively to students Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proven ability to work collaboratively, constructively and flexibly with academic and school colleagues, students and support staff Ability to contribute strategically to support organisational and programme development

Qualifications An appropriate professional teaching qualification, e.g. Qualified Teacher Status, PGCE Good Honours Degree BA, BSc in a relevant subject area

Desirable A professional qualification for leadership

The University holds a silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. The University is also a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.

Requisition ID: 24800