Visiting Lecturer - School of Law and Social Sciences - Department of Education and Teacher Training

Visiting Lecturer - School of Law and Social Sciences - Department of Education and Teacher Training

Department Department of Education Location Benjamin Zephaniah Building Salary Competitive Hourly Rates The hourly rate for this role varies depending on the nature and level of teaching assigned. Specific rates will be confirmed when work is allocated. Post Type Part Time Release Date 29 September 2026 Closing Date Open until filled Reference VL-LSS-E

With around 31,000 students from over 100 countries, Birmingham City University is a large, diverse and forward-looking institution rooted in the heart of Birmingham. We put students at the centre of everything we do, combining technical, creative and professional excellence with strong industry links to give our learners the best opportunities for future success. Guided by our 2030 Strategy, we are committed to promoting fairness, innovation and real-world impact across our academic community.

We are seeking to recruit a pool of Visiting Lecturers who can contribute to our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes within the Department of Education and Initial Teacher Training.

The School of Law and Social Sciences brings together a diverse range of disciplines dedicated to improving lives, supporting communities and developing future professionals. Through excellence in teaching, research and external engagement, the School provides an inclusive and collaborative environment that promotes innovation, social impact and student success.

The Department of Education and Initial Teacher Training has a long and established history of preparing educators, teachers and education professionals. Our practice-led portfolio is designed to meet the needs of contemporary education settings and is informed by strong partnerships with schools, colleges, early years providers and community organisations.

Our courses reflect current educational priorities and emerging developments across areas such as:

• Initial Teacher Education Teacher Training
• Primary and Secondary Education
• Early Childhood Studies
• Working with Children, Young People and Families
• Special Educational Needs and Inclusion
• Professional Practice

Students learn in specialist teaching and learning environments within the Benjamin Zephaniah Building at our City Centre Campus, supported by facilities designed to enhance professional learning and development. Placement opportunities form an integral part of our provision, enabling students to gain valuable experience across schools, early years settings, children's services, community organisations and other educational environments.

The Department maintains extensive partnerships with schools and educational organisations across the Midlands, ensuring our teaching remains aligned with professional standards, sector developments and the evolving needs of children, young people and families. Through these collaborations, we support students in developing the knowledge, skills and confidence required for successful careers in education and related professions.

We welcome Visiting Lecturers who can bring professional expertise, educational insight and practice-informed teaching to inspire students and support the development of the next generation of teachers, educators and professionals working with children, young people and families.

Current Areas of Interest

While applications are welcomed across all areas of Education and Initial Teacher Training, we are particularly interested in hearing from experienced practitioners with expertise in:

• Initial Teacher Training (ITT)
• Primary Education
• Secondary Education
• Computer Science
• Mathematics
• Music
• Physical Education
• Teacher Mentoring and Development
• School-based Professional Practice
• Childhood, Youth and Communities

Applicants with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience supporting trainee teachers are especially encouraged to apply.

About the Role

Visiting Lecturers support teaching, learning and assessment activities on a flexible basis according to departmental requirements. Duties may include:

• Delivering lectures, seminars, workshops and practical teaching sessions
• Supporting student learning and academic development
• Providing assessment, feedback and moderation activities
• Contributing professional and industry expertise to programme delivery
• Supporting placement and practice-based learning where appropriate
• Acting as a Personal Academic Tutor and undertaking school visits where relevant to the role

Specific responsibilities will vary depending on subject specialism and departmental requirements.

Person Specification

We are seeking applicants with relevant academic, professional and/or teaching experience within one or more areas of Education and Teacher Training.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate:

• Subject expertise relevant to our programmes
• Teaching and/or significant professional experience
• The ability to engage and inspire learners from diverse backgrounds
• Current knowledge of professional practice and sector developments

For some opportunities, applicants may be required to hold:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience of Initial Teacher Training and mentoring trainee teachers
• Be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check

By applying to this vacancy, you will be joining our Visiting Lecturer recruitment pool. Visiting Lecturer roles are part-time, fixed-term positions, with hours agreed between you and the Department as required. Posts are paid hourly, with rates varying according to the nature of the work.

When teaching opportunities arise that match your skills and experience, the Department will contact you directly to discuss them. Please note that contact is not guaranteed.

The recruitment pool is refreshed annually. You will be invited to resubmit your details if you wish to remain in the pool for the following year. If you do not respond, your information will be deleted in line with the University's Data Protection Policy.

Informal enquiries about this opportunity are welcome and should be directed to Louise Wiley Louise.Wiley@bcu.ac.uk

Please note any new engagement as a Visiting Lecturer, appointed from 2 November 2026, will normally be employed through our subsidiary company, BCU Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Birmingham City University and eligible for membership of the BCU Support Services Retirement Plan only.

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