VHL in Psychology/Sociology

Salary

£16.59 - £24.00 per hour plus holiday pay (dependant on skills, qualifications and experience)

Contractual hours

0

Basis

VHL

Job category/type

Health & Life Sciences

Date posted

14/10/2024

Job reference

REQ0375

Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer in Psychology/Sociology to join our Criminology team.

Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire

Salary: £16.59 - £24.00 per hour plus holiday pay (dependant on skills, qualifications and experience)

Job Type: Variable Hours

Close Date: 13th November 2024

About Us:

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire’s economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust, and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our turnover is around £42 million per annum, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.

Lecturer in Psychology/Criminology - The Role:

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Lecturer in Psychology/Criminology to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective teaching to undergraduate and possibly postgraduate students, contributing to the development of the curriculum, and participating in departmental activities and research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver outstanding teaching and assessment in the Psychology and Criminology sector.
• Develop and prepare schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessment strategies to ensure students achieve their fullest potential.
• Contribute to students' holistic development, addressing their academic and pastoral needs.
• Collaborate with local employers and engage in community programs to enhance the curriculum and student experience.

Your success will be measured by key performance indicators such as retention rates, attendance, success rates, grades, and value added.

You:

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a relevant degree in Psychology or Criminology or have equivalent professional experience in the field.
• Have a proven track record of teaching BTEC, A Level, or HE Psychology or Criminology qualifications, or possess substantial mentoring/coaching experience.
• A teaching qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Demonstrate an enthusiastic and engaging teaching style that motivates students and supports their academic and personal growth.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 37 days, pro rata annual leave for Academic Staff, including bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
• Automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts with a wide variety of retailers
• Free onsite car parking

Application Process:

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

To submit your application for this exciting Lecturer in Psychology/Criminology opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now.

Applications for this role close on 13th November 2024.