Psychology Lecturer
We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer in Psychology to join our academic team. You will contribute to high-quality teaching and learning across foundation year and undergraduate programmes, supporting students to develop strong theoretical understanding, research skills, and ethical awareness within the discipline of psychology.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality teaching across Foundation Year and undergraduate levels in core and applied areas of psychology.
* Design and deliver engaging lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions using blended and student‑centred approaches.
* Develop and maintain up‑to‑date teaching materials on the Virtual Learning Environment, informed by current research and evidence‑based practice.
* Facilitate active learning through case studies, group activities, laboratory work, and real‑world application of psychological theory.
* Design, set, assess, and moderate a range of assessment types in line with module and programme requirements.
* Provide timely, fair, and constructive feedback to support student learning and development.
* Participate in internal moderation, standardisation, and external examiner processes to ensure academic standards.
* Supervise undergraduate research projects and dissertations, supporting methodology, analysis, and academic writing.
* Promote ethical practice in teaching and research, ensuring alignment with professional standards.
* Monitor and support student engagement, attendance, progression, and achievement.
* Contribute to module leadership, curriculum development, and programme review activities.
* Participate in assessment boards, academic committees, and quality assurance processes.
* Work collaboratively with awarding body partners to meet academic and partnership requirements.
* Engage in ongoing professional and scholarly development to support research‑informed teaching.
About You
Essential
* Postgraduate qualification in Psychology (Master's minimum).
* First degree in Psychology or a closely related subject.
* Subject expertise in one or more core areas such as biological, cognitive, social, developmental psychology, or research methods.
* Experience teaching in higher education at undergraduate level.
* Experience designing, assessing, and moderating academic assessments.
* Ability to supervise undergraduate research projects and dissertations.
* Understanding of ethical principles in psychological research and practice.
* Experience supporting student engagement and progression within diverse cohorts.
* Strong communication, organisational, and academic skills.
* Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining up‑to‑date subject knowledge.
Desirable
* Doctoral‑level qualification in a relevant psychological discipline.
* Evidence of engagement in research, scholarship, or professional psychological practice.
* Experience working within quality assurance frameworks and external examiner processes.
* Awareness of professional body requirements such as the British Psychological Society (BPS).
* Experience working within an awarding body partnership model.
Benefits
* Competitive salary.
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Company pension scheme.
* Clear academic career progression pathways.
* Collaborative and inclusive academic culture.
* Ongoing professional development and teaching training.
* Private medical insurance.
* Employee discount schemes.
* Free on‑site parking.
* On‑site canteen facilities.
* Excellent transport links.
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