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Hourly Paid Lecturer in Academic Study Skills/English Language Support
Vacancy Ref
51726
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£43.75 per hour plus a holiday entitlement of 18.03%
Closing Date
Sunday, June 21, 2026
- ABOUT US -
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828. UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.
Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:
• 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2024)
• 1st in Wales for 7 subjects and Top 10 in the UK for 3 subjects (Guardian University League Table 2024)
Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.
- THE ROLE –
The post holder will be required to devise a range of teaching and assessment materials, covering several modules and subject areas and may lead on modules and programmes, primarily, but not exclusively those which provide English Language and Academic Skills Development and Support.
Main duties will include:
• Deliver teaching, learning and assessments, as well as provide support to students
• Deliver teaching and learning strategies in a variety of contexts using appropriate and engaging teaching and learning styles
• Be involved in the design and development of high-quality teaching and learning material
• Supervise the work of students in a timely, professional and supportive manner, providing necessary advice on study skills, research methods, assessment and dissertation work.
• Offer appropriate feedback, support, and encouragement to students to ensure a high-quality student experience.
- REQUIREMENTS -
You should have:
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
• Experience in teaching English language with relevant delivery, assessment and student support
• Demonstrable organizational and personal management skills
• Demonstrable interpersonal and communication skills with evidence of a commitment to team working and teaching
• IT proficiency and experience of using e-resources
• Evidence of ability to balance competing pressures of teaching, scholarship, research, administrative demands and deadlines
Please see the job description for full duties, and ‘essential’ and ‘desirable’ requirements.
- FURTHER INFORMATION -
This role has flexible hours across the weekday and weekend. Hours are allocated prior to each term (September, January, May) based on the HPL's availability and the Campus's timetabling needs.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship in line with Home Office salary threshold requirements https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job
Closing date: 21st June 2026, at 11:59pm.
Function
Academic
Status
Part Time
Type
Fixed Term Contract
Hours
Flexible
