Part‑time Lecturer in Photography (Fixed Term)
Application Deadline: 6 October 2026
Department: School of Cultural and Creative Arts
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Part Time
Location: Bath, Somerset - Locksbrook Campus
Compensation: Grade 8S - £22,373 per annum, pro rata £44,746
Description
We are currently seeking a talented, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic Lecturer in Photography with exceptional organisational skills and a commitment to innovative teaching and learning to help deliver our BA (Hons) Photography degree.
(This is a part-time 0.5, 18.5 hours per week, fixed term contract covering maternity leave until 29/10/2027)
About the Role
Within the role, you will contribute to the delivery and development of high-quality teaching and learning across the subject area, designing engaging teaching materials, assessing learners and supporting an excellent student experience.
You will contribute to pedagogical innovation, research and scholarly activity, while developing strong links with professional networks, industry and relevant subject communities.
The role also involves supporting quality assurance and regulatory requirements, alongside contributing to recruitment, promotional activities and the wider administrative and professional responsibilities of the School.
About You
- Postgraduate degree in Photography
- Recent, successful experience of innovative university level teaching in a relevant discipline
- A track record in research and/or research experience, particularly where this has evolved from or enriched your teaching and/or enhanced the student experience.
- PhD or near completion
- Module planning experience
- Experience of employment and/or working in or with the media/creative industries.
For further information on the essential and desirable skills we’re looking for, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Additional Information
Salary Grade 8S - £22,373 per annum, pro rata £44,746
This is a Part Time 0.5fte (18.5hrs per week) Fixed Term Contract covering Maternity Leave until 29/10/2027
Due to the nature of this post regretfully we cannot accept applications that do not have the Right to Work/Live in the UK therefore your application will be rejected.
Staff Benefits
- Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
- Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
- Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
- Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
- Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app
For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/
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Part-time Lecturer in Photography (Fixed Term) in Bath employer: Bath Spa University
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