School of Humanities and Social Science
Location: Brighton - Moulsecoomb
Salary: £41,064 to £48,822 pro rata
Contract Length: 18 months
Closing Date: Sunday 26 July 2026
An opportunity to join a collaborative team of social work academics, based at the Moulsecoomb campus in Brighton.
The University of Brighton Social Work department is seeking a new lecturer (0.6 FTE, 18-month fixed term contract) to join the team. Your expertise and experience will contribute to the delivery of high-quality social work education in the School of Humanities and Social Science. We are looking for a social worker or social work academic with adult and/or mental health social work experience, and the BIA qualification particularly. Applicants should be Social Work England registered (or eligible to register).
You should be able to draw on foundational social work knowledge and experience as a basis for delivering the core social work curriculum alongside your specialist area across our undergraduate, postgraduate, and post‑qualifying course. You will engage with module leadership, teaching, assessment, student support and development, both academically and on placement, and knowledge exchange/research.
Qualifications and experience required: social work or social work academic with adult/mental health social work experience; BIA qualification; Social Work England registered or eligible to register. Foundational social work knowledge and experience is essential.
The university is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment for all staff regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics. We value equality, diversity and inclusion and particularly welcome applications from Global Majority and Minority Ethnic applicants.
Benefits include generous pension contributions, flexible working hours with opportunities for some remote working, a comprehensive annual leave package including time off over Christmas, access to the Cycle scheme and discounted sports membership including fitness classes and gym access.
Lecturer in Social Work - (0.6 full-time equivalent) in Brighton employer: University of Brighton
The University of Brighton is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and collaboration. As an Academic Administration & Compliance Lead, you will benefit from a dynamic environment that encourages professional growth while making a meaningful impact on students and staff alike. Located in a vibrant city, the university provides unique opportunities for networking and engagement within the academic community.
