Lecturer in Education - Bangor University in Bangor

Job Title: Lecturer in Education

Job Number
BU00149
School/Department
School of Education
Grade
7 or 8
Salary Information
Grade 7: £30,424 - £36,298 or Grade 8: £37,382 - £44,607 p.a.
Contract Duration
Permanent
Responsible to
Head of School of Education


Applications are invited for the above permanent full-time post expected to commence 1st May, 2013.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post.

Candidates should have particular subject expertise in the curriculum area of Secondary Out Door Education and Physical Education.

Candidates should have a relevant degree and a teaching qualification. Recent teaching experience in UK schools is essential for this post.

Informal enquiries can be made by contacting Mrs Magi Gould, Head of School of Education, e-mail: m.gould@bangor.ac.uk, tel: (01248) 383053.

Committed To Equal Opportunities
Overview

COLLEGE OF LAW, BUSINESS, EDUCATION & SOCIAL SCIENCES
School of Education

Bangor University was established in 1884, and today has over 10,000 students.
The University’s mission statement is to be a world-class research-led university, to provide teaching and learning of the highest quality, and to contribute to the development of the economy, health and culture of a sustainable Wales and a sustainable world. Domains in which Bangor already has an established research reputation are receiving strategic investment and these will increasingly shape the identity of the University.

The School of Education encompasses ITET (Initial Teacher Education & Training) programmes, undergraduate non-ITET programmes, part-time and full time Masters courses, EdD, MPhil and PhD provision.

Purpose of the Job

Applications are invited for a Lecturer in Education with particular subject expertise in the curriculum area of Secondary Out Door Education and Physical Education. The successful candidate will contribute to the planning and delivery of the College’s teaching programmes, in particular the Secondary ITET programmes, and will contribute to the research portfolio and to the supervision of Masters students and Doctoral (EdD and PhD) students as appropriate. The College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced teacher, an excellent and proven practitioner.
The College is currently developing its postgraduate and its research portfolio and invites applications from staff with the ability to contribute to these areas and a commitment to demonstrating the significance of their work through scholarly activities, including taking part in funded projects and other professional activities.
Main Duties and Responsibilities

Academic:
Contribute as required by the Head of Education to the teaching of Education’s portfolio of programmes, to supervision and to research activity as appropriate, by:
i. planning, preparing and delivering lectures, tutorials and seminars responding effectively to a variety of backgrounds and learning styles;
ii. ensuring that teaching is informed by current research evidence and is consistent with good practice
iii. supervising MA, EdD and PhD students as appropriate;
iv. participating in module and course development ensuring they are kept up to date;
v. supervising students during School Experience, integrating theory and practice;
vi. ensuring that all students are provided with a supportive learning environment and provide advice, guidance and support to individual students as their personal tutor;
vii. participating in Quality Enhancement procedures;
viii. taking a full role in the assessment of students;
ix. participating in the recruitment and selection of students;
x. specificallycontributing to the teaching of the Secondary ITET programmes, in areas of Out Door Education and Physical Education.
xi. participating in the College’s wider agenda in line with University and College strategies, including research, research grant capture, income generation activities, project work, publications and other scholarly activities, to ensure that the College maintains its professional reputation and has a broad impact within and beyond Wales.

Administrative:
Contribute as required by the Head of Education to the administrative operation of the College, by:
i. taking a role in the management, quality and development of the programmes;
ii. taking responsibility for specific modules across programmes as appropriate;
iii. maintaining accurate records;
iv. contributing to the working of the College’s committee structure.

Organisational:
i. Responsible to the Head of Education;
ii. Liaise, consult with and report to relevant Course Directors;
iii. Liaise and work with other staff within the University, within schools and other professional bodies.

Professional:
i. Ensure continued development of personal knowledge and skills, including studying for a higher degree if relevant.
ii. Ensure that teaching reflects current best practice.

This Role Specification will be subject to annual review to take account of future developments
Other Duties and Responsibilities

Health and Safety:
The post holder has a general and legal duty of care in relation to health, safety and wellbeing and must take all reasonable steps to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for him/her self and for other members of staff, students and visitors affected by his/her actions or inactions. The post holder is also required to comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.

Equal Opportunities:
The post holder should comply with the University equal opportunities policies, equality schemes and the University’s Welsh Language Scheme.

Performance Management:
The post holder must comply with the University’s Policy on the performance management of staff. He/she must also cooperate with the process in respect of his/her own performance.

Training and Development:
The post holder should cooperate with the identification of his /her own needs.

Compliance:
The post holder must comply with relevant legal and financial policies and procedures and be aware of their responsibilities in terms of the legal requirements of their posts.

The above mentioned duties and responsibilities are indicative and are not intended to be exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may be varied following discussion with the post holder.

The post holder must comply with the terms of the Code of Practice on Personal Relationships for Staff and Students.

The post holder will be based at the location defined in this job description but may be required to undertake duties at other locations determined by the University.
Person Specification

Qualifications/Training
Essential
Relevant degree
Higher degree or willingness to work towards one
Teaching qualification

Skills and Abilities
Essential
The successful candidate will demonstrate a high level in the following skills:
Ability to engage with research and scholarly activity
Appropriate subject specific skills
Interpersonal skills
Ability to motivate and enthuse others
Communication skills
Presentation skills
Ability to support the education of adults
ICT skills
Organisation skills
Flexible and able to work on own initiative

Knowledge and Understanding
Essential
Awareness of current developments relating to education and teacher education and training.
Excellent knowledge and understanding in specialist subject areas including competitive activities and health, fitness and wellbeing.
Awareness of issues relating to teaching in a bilingual environment.

Experience
Essential
Recent teaching experience in UK schools
Continued Professional Development
Desirable
Management and Leadership in the UK school sector
Contribution to the professional development of others
Research publications/project activities

The ability to speak Welsh



Other Requirements
Essential
Ability to travel to Partnership schools, other locations relating to work placements and to attend other Professional activities.
Enhanced CRB clearance
General

All members of staff have a duty to ensure their actions are in line with the overall environmental aims of the University and minimise their environmental impact.

All offers are made subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of satisfactory references.

Deadline: 19/04/2013

How to Apply:

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