At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students by designing and delivering engaging health and social care lessons.
- Company: Join a dynamic education provider committed to transforming lives through learning.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days annual leave, career development support, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives while growing your own teaching skills.
- Qualifications: Master's degree required; teaching experience and passion for education are essential.
The predicted salary is between 33874 - 41402 £ per year.
Department: Academic - as part of our partnership with Oxford Brookes University (OBU)
Location: Leeds (On-Site)
Type of Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)
Our Vision: Changing lives through education
The role: We are currently seeking Lecturers in Health, Wellbeing and Social Care to join our growing team and create a positive impact on the lives of our students by cultivating the specialist skills and knowledge that will shape their long-term success in the healthcare sector. Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends. Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
What you'll be doing:
- Craft and shape learning: Design, plan and deliver teaching sessions, digital resources and tailored support to help students understand key topics relating to health and social care. You’ll bring industry expertise and knowledge within a face-to-face classroom setting, creating high-quality teaching materials, while maintaining academic rigor and supporting students as they grow in confidence and capability.
- Track progress with purpose: Provide meaningful feedback on individual and class progress, considering each student's needs, explaining where work fails to meet assessment criteria, suggesting ways to improve and facilitate students’ learning by means of engagement with online resources, research and activities.
- Elevate student experience: Document and evaluate teaching and identifying areas for potential improvement to enhance the quality of teaching, learning and overall student experience.
About you: You are someone who believes deeply in education’s power to transform lives. You are looking to inspire and guide students to success, while taking your own experience to the next level in a rapidly evolving environment. You will bring:
- A Master's degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable)
- A Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent)
- Previous UK HE lecturing experience and in the wider subject area and extensive knowledge of the subject matter
- Demonstrable experience of supervising student work and providing support and feedback
- A successful track record of teaching adult learners from diverse backgrounds on similar HE programmes
- A high level of reporting skills and ability to maintain thorough student records
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ideally, you will also have:
- Experience of design / development of academic or professional education programmes or equivalent
What we offer:
- Time off that fits your lifestyle - 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), 1-day extra leave per year of service (up to 5 days) and Buy/Sell additional holidays (up to 5 days)
- Opportunities for growth - Tuition reimbursement for career development courses, wide variety of training courses and support with FHEA application
- Pension Scheme and Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice) - Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech, Health, Dental and Life Assurance schemes, Women's Health scheme (via Hertility) and much more
- Discounts, Perks and Employee Assistance: Perks@Work discounts platform, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), discounted gym membership, eyecare vouchers and much more
- Reward for your impact - annual salary increase reviews, annual discretionary bonus, £500 award employee referral scheme
GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.
About Us: GEDU Global Education is a dynamic and innovative group of education providers. Across our institutions, programmes are designed to have a direct impact on the lives of our students, apprentices and trainees; to equip them with the skills, knowledge and experience necessary for success in their chosen field.
Lecturer in Health, Wellbeing and Social Care - Leeds employer: GEDU CAREERS
At GEDU CAREERS, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the growth and success of our team members. Located in Greenford, our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing ample opportunities for professional development and career advancement. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to student engagement, we empower our employees to make a meaningful impact in the lives of learners.
