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Job Title: Lecturer in Science (FE)
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £35,608 - £43,482 per annum - AC2
Job type: Permanent, Full-time
The University is unlike any other. Standing proud in the heart of the city of Birmingham, they have been delivering career-focused education and training for decades. With around 8000 students across FE and HE level provision, the University is highly respected by employers and industry in meeting the region's skills needs.
The University's mission is to promote and provide the opportunity for participation in the learning process by those with the ambition and commitment to succeed and to maintain a learning community that meets the diverse needs of our students, the economy and society at large.
The Role:
The University is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Lecture in Science to join our expanding Further Education provision. You will play a key role in shaping the future of science education, delivering high-quality teaching to students on our Level 3 Applied Science programme.
As we prepare for a forecasted doubling of student numbers and record-breaking applications for 2025/26, this is a particularly exciting opportunity to contribute to a vibrant and growing department.
What You'll Be Teaching:
You will primarily teach first- and second-year units that are fundamental to students' progression into science-based careers, including:
- Science Investigation Skills
- Laboratory Techniques and Their Application
- Principles and Applications of Science
You'll work alongside a passionate team of educators and industry professionals, delivering inspiring lessons to a diverse and motivated student body, while engaging in curriculum innovation and supporting continuous departmental development.
What We're Looking For:
We are seeking candidates who:
- Have a strong background in science education
- Hold a relevant degree and teaching qualification (or be willing to work towards one)
- Are passionate about student success and curriculum development
- Bring energy, creativity, and a collaborative mindset
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a forward-thinking and supportive institution
- Work in our brand-new, state-of-the-art Science laboratories, designed to simulate real-world environments
- Access to continued professional development and career progression opportunities
- Join a team committed to empowering the next generation of science professionals
Benefits:
- Generous allocation of annual leave
- 38 days' paid leave per year
- 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
- Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
- Employer Contributions - 28.6%
- Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
- Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
- Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
- Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
- A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including, technology and cycle.
- Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
- Free on-site gym membership
Extra Information:
All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.
Closing Date - Sunday 19th October 2025.
Interview Date - TBC.
The University is an equal opportunities employer.
Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.
Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Science Lecturer, University Lecturer, Academic Lecturer, University Tutor, Lecturer, may also be considered for this role. may also be considered for this role.
