Job Description
Full Time (37 hrs per week) – Permanent – High Wycombe with travel to other campuses as required.
Salary – £44,746 to £56,535 per annum.
Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education and in doing the right thing for our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University’s DRIVE values are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission.
This role is for a Senior Lecturer in the Social Work Cluster within the College of Health and Society. You will be involved in teaching on Health and Social Care and Social Work programmes including social work apprentices. You will have responsibilities as personal tutor and placement tutor across programmes.
What We Offer
* generous holiday entitlement (35/30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
* hybrid working (dependent on business needs)
* training & development support opportunities
* contributory pension scheme
* discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
* range of staff discounts with major retailers
For further information about this role please contact Thomas Toscano thomas.toscano@bnu.ac.uk.
BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace and aim to continue building an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates likely to be underrepresented in BNU’s workforce, including people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ people.
We welcome applicants who have a good understanding of disability inclusion and periodically let us know if you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process. Please reach out to people@bnu.ac.uk if you would like more information on how we can support you.
Closing Date
27/04/2026
Interview Date
week commencing 4th May 2026
Enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is required for this position. The successful applicant will be required to give consent to check their criminal record status through the DBS. Information will be kept in strict confidence. Your offer of appointment will be subject to the University being satisfied with the outcome of this check.
If you are successful in securing an interview, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
BNU is a disability confident employer and you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process.
Job Title
Senior Lecturer in Social Work
College/Directorate
Health and Society
Grade
H
Location
High Wycombe with travel to other campuses
Responsible to
Dean / Associate Dean or designee
Job Purpose
Deliver a first‑class student experience and undertake impactful research and knowledge‑exchange activities.
Lead and undertake curriculum development, professional practice, enterprise activity, research and other forms of scholarly activity, contributing to the wider work of the College or University.
Practice an inclusive approach and support building an inclusive university community.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Research and Knowledge Exchange
* Conduct effective research and scholarly activity, generate income and align own research with teaching and learning to generate excellent student outcomes.
* Collaborate and engage with relevant business and professional networks to promote teaching and learning and research in a professional context.
* Engage in effective doctoral supervision and develop early‑career research.
* Contribute significantly to knowledge through refereed conference outputs and peer‑reviewed (non‑conference) outputs.
* Embed research within teaching and curriculum and contribute to research impact and student outcomes.
* Contribute to the leadership of an inclusive and interdisciplinary research culture.
* Undertake collaborative research with external partners, communities, professional bodies and/or employers.
* Significantly contribute to the REF and KEF and to internal and external research and enterprise strategies.
Learning, Teaching & Scholarship
* Undertake research‑informed teaching in the subject discipline managing all aspects of curriculum delivery, development, and quality.
* Deliver educational knowledge and practice through generation of peer‑reviewed pedagogical outputs.
* Contribute to the development and leadership of an inclusive teaching and learning culture and ensure delivery of excellent student experience and outcomes.
* Make significant contribution to research‑informed innovative pedagogy, curriculum and programme planning, design, and development including use of innovative digital technology to enhance learning.
* Deliver successful and impactful tutoring and pastoral support to students including the support of placements and internships.
* Regularly engage with professional bodies, employers and other organisations to enhance professional practice and student outcomes.
* Provide effective feedback, support and guidance to students, which promotes improvement of performance and enhances student outcomes.
* Secure external funding for educational projects.
Leadership and Academic Citizenship
* Achieve growth by increasing student recruitment.
* Significant participation in business planning, strategy setting, and key decision making within the College using relevant data and metrics.
* Impactful development of others through mentoring, training and supporting CPD.
* Engage with professional bodies, policy‑makers, employers and other relevant groups including impactful participation in civic engagement and contribution to our regional community.
* Contribute to knowledge and practice through engaging with peer review, external assessment or external examination ensuring the highest quality.
* Lead income generation initiatives.
* Foster a culture of inclusion, making a significant contribution towards reducing awarding gaps and improving diversity in teaching and learning.
Other
* Engage in professional development activities (e.g., CPD, attendance at conferences).
* Contribute to Open Days, school, college and partnership links and marketing and promotional work of the College.
* Act as a valued commentator or contributor to media.
* Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g., Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; Equality and Diversity) in all working practices.
* Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.
For Roles With Line Management Responsibilities
* Line management responsibilities including recruitment and selection, performance management, professional development, motivation, health & safety and wellbeing.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
* First degree in Social Work and a Master’s degree in a related field OR Master’s degree in Social Work. (A)
* Doctoral level qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience in field. (A)
* Recognised HE teaching qualification and/or Fellow by Advance HE or evidence of commitment to achieving within two years. (A)
Knowledge & Experience
* Expert knowledge and research in discipline/field. (A/I)
* Track record of delivering quality learning and teaching to students/learners achieving excellent student outcomes. (A/I)
* Evidence as an active researcher and delivery of high‑quality research and scholarship. (A/I)
* Significant contribution to research active communities. (A/I)
* Proven track record in delivering excellent student/customer experience. (A/I)
* Active contribution to subject association, learning society or professional body. (A/I)
* Experience of generating income or securing external project funding. (A/I)
* Experience of doctoral research supervision, personal tutoring, mentoring or supporting continuing professional development. (A/I)
Skills
* Excellent presentation and teaching delivery skills. (I)
* Digitally able and proficient in Microsoft tools. (A/I)
* Highly effective customer service skills. (A/I)
Special Requirements
* Willingness and ability to work in off‑site locations and across all University campuses, as required. (A/I)
* Willingness and ability to contribute to University Open Days (which may fall on Saturdays). (A/I)
* Registration with Social Work England. (A)
* You will be required to deliver a micro‑teach as part of your interview.
Behavioural Indicators
The BNU Behaviours Framework (BBF) is a framework for all University staff that sets out the key behaviours that exemplify the DRIVE values and ethos of the University.
The three key behavioural indicators for this post are:
* Delivering excellent service: Providing best quality service to external and internal customers/students/stakeholders, building genuine and open long‑term relationships to drive up customer service standards.
* Engaging with the wider context: Enhancing your contribution to the University through an understanding of organisational values, students, customers and stakeholders.
* Working together: Working collaboratively and across boundaries with others to achieve objectives, recognising and valuing the different contributions people bring.
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