- Deliver engaging lectures face-to-face and online for blended and distance-learning students
- Deliver 16 hours of teaching across 4 groups
- Provide academic support through office hours and tutorials
- Facilitate the campus cover rota
- Take on module leadership and ensure quality and development of learning materials and schemes of work
- Oversee assessment marking, create authentic assessments, and provide high-quality feedback
- Lead or support creation of new programmes and refresh existing programmes in line with industry trends and employer requirements
- Collaborate with colleagues to provide academic advice and student support
- Drive innovation in teaching methods, student support, and assessment
- Assist with online and face-to-face student orientation weeks
- Support assessments through one-to-ones, group tutorials, and scaffolded feedback sessions
- Track students at risk of non-submission through phone calls, online one-to-ones, and face-to-face assessment tutorials
- Develop assessment and resit clinics
- Create interactive videos, podcasts, and activities for the VLE and classroom
- Act as a Personal Academic Coach supporting student engagement, progression, and academic success
Requirements
- Master’s degree or equivalent professional qualification in a subject relevant to the teaching area
- Recognised HE Teaching Qualification and/or Advance HE Fellowship at FHEA/SFHEA level, or commitment to gain this recognition within 12 months of appointment
- Experience teaching Foundation Year and/or academic skills
- Understanding of challenges to student engagement in a university setting
- Experience in academic skills, assessment support, health and care management, or hospitality/tourism
- Evidence of CPD demonstrating commitment to enhancing knowledge and teaching capability
- Positive and empathetic approach to dealing with student issues
- Interest in AI in education or enterprise/innovation advantageous
- Ability to work on campus 3–4 days per week and potentially 5 days depending on teaching and meeting requirements
- Candidates without current UK right to work may apply if eligible for an alternative visa route
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in delivering engaging lectures and academic support, with a focus on innovative teaching methods and student engagement. Holds a Master’s degree and recognized HE Teaching Qualification, with a commitment to continuous professional development.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Master’s Degree
- Recognised HE Teaching Qualification
- Experience Teaching Foundation Year
- Academic Skills Support
- Student Engagement Strategies
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
- Assessment Marking
- Creating Authentic Assessments
- Developing Learning Materials
- Creating Interactive Videos
- Facilitating Tutorials
Soft Skills
- Positive Approach to Student Issues
- Empathetic Communication
- Collaboration with Colleagues
Certifications & Qualifications
- Advance HE Fellowship at FHEA/SFHEA Level
Industry Keywords
- Academic Support
- Student Orientation
- Health and Care Management
- Hospitality/Tourism
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Tools & Technologies
- Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
- Online Teaching Platforms
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Lecturer in Foundation Year, Business in Birmingham employer: Jobtailor
As a Client Services Coordinator at our dynamic company, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for advancement, and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a healthy work-life balance and the chance to engage with diverse clients, making every day rewarding and meaningful.
