Hybrid Part Time Lecturer, Senior Lecturer in Writing for Young People

at Bath Spa Live

• Job title: Part Time Lecturer, Senior Lecturer in Writing for Young People
• Job type: Part Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: £17,898 - £48,723 per year
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Bath, United Kingdom

About the role

• Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Writing for Young People teaching at Bath Spa University. Engage in module management, research, and mentoring within the Creative Writing community.

Responsibilities

• Within this role you will be designing and delivering teaching and assessment on our MA Writing for Young People programme as well as contributing to undergraduate teaching and or short courses in creative writing.
• The role will also involve managing modules and assessments via the University’s virtual learning environment, supporting programme development, and engaging in key activities such as student recruitment and open days.
• As part of our Creative Writing community, you will be engaging in relevant research and scholarly activity in support of the university’s research strategy, contributing to internal and external networks, and building productive relationships with external partners.
• You will also be supervising and mentoring colleagues with less experience, advising on their personal development.

Requirements

• Experience of university level learning, teaching and assessment in Creative Writing
• Publication record as a writer for children and/or young adults.
• Knowledge and experience of writing for children and/or young adults sector
• Use of digital learning environments and e-learning tools
• Relevant research degree and experience
• Experience of curriculum design and development
• Experience of developing and running short courses
• Interest in pedagogic innovation and working with external partners
• HEA Fellowship is desirable but not essential

Benefits

• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
• Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
• Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
• Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
• Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app