Post Title Senior Lecturer in Education (Primary English)
SBU/Department: Schools of Law and Education
FTE: 1.0fte (working 37 hours per week) – Part time applications and opportunity for secondment will be considered.
Duration of Contract: Fixed term contract (September 2024 – August 2025)
Salary: UH8 £44,263pa with potential to progress to £56,021pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: De Havilland Campus, Hatfield
We are offering an opportunity for a forward-thinking primary teacher, possessing UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), to join our welcoming and highly motivated team of lecturers to provide a high-quality learning experience for a diverse range of learners. The successful applicant will use their expertise and experience in primary education to teach Primary English across our Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes. The University of Hertfordshire has a strong track record of excellence in ITE and a commitment to meeting the needs of students and school partners through undergraduate, PGCE and School Direct provision.
Main duties and responsibilities
The successful applicant will work collaboratively and independently within a staff team to plan, organize. and deliver teaching and assessment of students training to teach English in primary schools. The successful person will work flexibly as a team member to engage with a broad range of teaching and other activities in the Schools of Law and Education, drawing on relevant expertise and professional knowledge. The person appointed will work with school partners to support and develop trainees' professional, subject and curriculum knowledge through provider-based (UH) and school-based training, managing their own work efficiently. Travel to schools will be required to support and enhance school-based mentoring practice. The successful applicant will actively engage in scholarship and/or research, supported by University and School of Education and staff.
Skills and experience required
The post holder will have proven experience of teaching in primary school(s) in the UK and/or relevant experience of working in the Initial Teacher Education sector. The successful applicant will demonstrate the appropriate breadth and depth of subject, pedagogical and professional knowledge in Primary education to be able to provide effective and innovative teaching in Primary English. In addition, the successful applicant will need to demonstrate a proven track record of making a positive impact on pupils' learning and progress and be able to visit schools (and other settings) to observe student-teachers' practice.
Qualifications required
The post holder will have UK Qualified Teacher Status and a Postgraduate degree in a relevant field or significant experience, or an appropriate qualification at first degree.
DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE (DBS)
Our commitment to the University's Safeguarding Policy, requires that the recruitment of staff in this area, will require the minimum of a Basic DBS Check. In the course of our work and Universityled activities, there may be external or other contractual obligations where a further Enhanced Check is required. DBS Checks may require renewal in line with policy.
Overseas applicants and UK applicants who have lived abroad
Successful applicants who have lived outside the UK, for 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total), in the last 10 years, will be required to produce a ‘Certificate of Good Character/Conduct' from each of those countries.
Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.
An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.
Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: Tia Rapley, Primary Undergraduate ITE Lead: [email protected]
Closing Date : 13 May 2024
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference Number: 058775
Date advert placed: 22 April 2024
The University offers every individual the opportunity to succeed. We want our staff to represent diverse life experiences and different cultural heritage. We recognise that the field is not ‘level' and want to actively address barriers to progression. We also challenge stereotypes through stimulating discussions on sensitive topics and partner with networks both within and outside of the University to enhance inclusivity in the workplace. We wholeheartedly encourage and welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and LGBTQ+ backgrounds who are currently under- represented within our School. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts