Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer in Secondary Science

Secondary Education

We’re here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone. 

 About the Role

You will be based in the department of Secondary and Further Education which has recently been awarded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted for both the Secondary (11-16) and Further Education phases. This is an exciting time to join the department and to work within a team who are keen to not “rest on their laurels” but to remain at the forefront of ITE. Moreover, you will be encouraged to develop as a researcher and to contribute to the strong reputation the department has for research activity and outcomes. 

You will be required to make a significant contribution to the delivery of our PGCE Secondary (11-16) Science with QTS* course and lead on all aspects of this Initial Teacher Training (ITE) course. As Course Lead, you will significantly contribute to the delivery of all areas of the PGCE Secondary (11-16) Science with QTS* and other areas of our core curriculum depending on your areas of expertise and experience. We would particularly welcome candidates who are able to deliver across the breadth of disciplines which trainees on the PGCE Secondary (11-16) Science course train to teach in (biology, chemistry, and physics).

You will be expected to contribute to the research profile of the department through the activities of one of our Research Units, and to meet the qualitative and quantitative requirements for submission to the next Research Excellence Framework.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, you may wish to contact: Sjay Patterson-Craven, Associate Head of Department: Initial Teacher Education at Patterss@edgehill.ac.uk. 

 About You

You will be an enthusiastic and friendly professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a commitment to providing an excellent student experience. You will hold experience of teaching within Initial Teacher Education (ITE) and will be able to support those who are training to teach across the three science disciplines. You will hold strong leadership skills and experience, specifically within the ITE and/or Higher Education and will possess team-working skills and significantly contribute to the development of our PGCE ITE programme and hold an aspiration which algin with the Faculty and/or department priorities. 

It is important to note that the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure for you from the Disclosure and Barring Service and that this will form part of the conditions of offer of employment. 

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 48 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days) 
• Access to a range of CPD to support your career development, with three defined pathways for progression.
• Free foreign language evening classes.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and as health & wellbeing resources.
• Automatic enrolment into the Teacher’s Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 23.68%
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.

 About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before. 

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world. 

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.