At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver BSL modules, create assessments, and provide feedback.
- Company: Join the University of Westminster, known for its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Engage in scholarly activities and contribute to programme development.
- Other info: Role involves initial responsibility for a Grade 1 BSL module.
- Why this job: Opportunity to shape BSL education and support diverse learners.
- Qualifications: Native or near-native fluency in BSL and a good honours degree required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Job Purpose: To design, deliver, assess and quality assure British Sign Language (BSL) modules for Polylang, ensuring high standards in line with programme and University requirements.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Designing, delivering and evaluating BSL teaching to a high standard.
- Creating engaging independent learning materials and populating the Blackboard (VLE) site.
- Designing formative and summative assessments aligned to module outcomes.
- Marking, moderating, and providing feedback in accordance with University of Westminster regulations.
- Reflecting on and evaluating teaching practice, identifying areas for enhancement.
- Supporting the course and module leadership team (e.g. mentoring tutors, preparing materials for External Examiners, contributing to Welcome Week).
- Attending Polylang meetings and contributing to programme development.
- Engaging in scholarly activity to maintain and develop expertise in language teaching and learning, and to contribute to the wider HE community.
- Undertaking additional duties appropriate to the grade of the post.
Context and Dimensions: The role involves initial responsibility for a Grade 1 BSL module, with teaching load dependent on student enrolment. All post holders are expected to maintain awareness of health and safety responsibilities and associated risks within their working environment.
Person Specification: We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. Applications are welcomed from candidates whose experience may not fully match all criteria but who bring relevant skills and perspectives.
Essential Criteria:
- A good honours degree (or equivalent experience).
- Native or near-native fluency in British Sign Language, typically evidenced by a Level 6 qualification (or equivalent), with strong knowledge of Deaf culture.
- Proven ability to teach BSL at undergraduate level.
- Experience of designing teaching and assessment materials.
- Experience using digital technologies and virtual learning environments (e.g. Blackboard).
- Strong communication skills in both BSL and written English, including working effectively with interpreters where required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with students and colleagues.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with the ability to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Ability to manage workload, prioritise, and meet deadlines.
Desirable Criteria:
- Postgraduate qualification in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (or equivalent).
- Awareness of current trends in language teaching.
- Experience creating digital learning resources and sourcing online teaching tools.
Personal Attributes: Ability to work effectively as part of a teaching team. Commitment to creating a respectful, inclusive and supportive learning environment where all students can succeed. Strong awareness of inclusive teaching practices within BSL and Deaf cultural contexts.
PTVL (British Sign Language) University of Westminster employer: Deaf Unity
The University of Westminster is located in London and values diversity in its teaching staff. The institution promotes an inclusive environment and encourages innovative teaching practices, making it an ideal place for educators passionate about Deaf culture and language.
