School of Education & Social Sciences
Fixed Term: 8 months
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THE POST – REQ000566 - Lecturer in Social Work
The University of West of Scotland are recruiting for a Lecturer in Social Work to join our School of Education and Social Sciences on a fixed term basis of 8 months. The post offers an excellent opportunity for an individual to be immersed in a rich academic environment that recognises quality in education, research and enterprise, and international engagement.
The successful applicant will be engaged in the development of educational thinking, practice and research in the broad areas of curriculum design, learning and teaching, and assessment. Using contemporary pedagogies, particularly co-creation and active learning, the post holder will design, deliver and assess areas of theoretical and professional practise in Social Work and be eligible for professional registration with the regulator in Scotland, contributing to all of the social work programmes, in our undergraduate BA and Graduate Apprenticeship portfolio and MSc Conversion.
The successful candidate should have the following:
Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject area.- Postgraduate qualification or (close to completion)
- Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development
- Experience in teaching, assessment and/or supporting students in Higher Education, including a strong awareness of current pedagogical
- Previously provided personal tutoring in Higher Education.
- A working knowledge of teaching and learning design for blended, online or hybrid delivery including use of real-world/authentic assessment.
- Facilitating one-to-one and/or group sessions with Higher Education students.
- Delivered enhancement in learning, teaching or student support including working collaboratively with different stakeholders in a change environment.
- Experience of record-keeping and maintaining and reporting on multiple sources of data.
ABOUT US
University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland’s largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses.
With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others.
UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2024 Young University Rankings).
The School of Education & Social Sciences at UWS combines sector-leading education provision with strong expertise in social science teaching and research in the west of Scotland and beyond. You will join a supportive and committed team, playing a crucial role in the School’s commitment to social justice and making a difference locally, nationally and internationally. Our students benefit from innovative, practice-focused and research-informed courses, and deep-rooted partnerships with leading organisations across the world.
We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes:
- 35 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays
- An additional days leave on your birthday
- Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme
- A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance
- Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers
- Fitness facilities across our campuses
- Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Professional, career and research development opportunities.
Closing Date: 3rd of July 2026
Interview Date: Week commencing 13th of July
Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception, where evidence would need to be provided)
The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged.
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UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups.
UWS is a “Disability Confident” employer.
University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520.
