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Hourly Paid Lecturer in Modern Languages for University Language Programme
We are looking for colleagues with the following languages: Arabic, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean or Spanish.
£49.75 per direct hour, this includes 2 or more of the following elements: teaching, preparation and marking of the scheduled programme of work.
A flat rate of £20.29 per direct teaching hour will be paid for completing one of the above elements of the schedule.
The number of hours required and the days of the week may vary.
About the Role
Nottingham Trent University is looking for hourly paid lecturers to contribute to the University Language Programme in the following languages: Arabic, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish.
The University Language Programme (ULP) at the Nottingham Institute for Languages and Intercultural Communications within the School of Social Sciences provides students and staff across the university, as well as members of the general public with the opportunity to learn a new language or improve their existing language skills. Our language courses are designed to build students’ ability and confidence to communicate freely in their chosen language.
The classes take place on our City campus both during the day and in the evening (6-8 pm).
We are seeking highly motivated and suitably qualified candidates with native or near-native competence in the mentioned languages to deliver Hourly Paid Teaching of language classes within the University Language Programme. You will work under the direction of the ULP Course Leaders and the Language Subject Leaders in delivering high quality teaching and learning (face-to-face on campus) to undergraduate, postgraduate and external students. Delivery of classes includes active use of the University’s virtual learning platform. Duties will consist of, e.g., preparation, delivery, and marking (including moderation and/or second-marking).
Classes are normally two hours in length, and often take place in the evenings. You will need to be an experienced language teaching specialist, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to teach a language effectively using a variety of methods.
Some of the key activities within your role are :
* As part of the module team, you prepare and deliver teaching and teaching materials, utilising appropriate teaching, learning, support and assessment methods to ensure the defined learning objectives are met, with the guidance of the programme team, and taking into account student or peer feedback where appropriate.
* The setting and marking of projects and assignments and providing timely feedback to students.
* The setting, marking and supervision of examinations (including referrals).
* Ensuring that knowledge of the relevant subject area is up to date by engaging in continuous professional development, and incorporating this into taught material.
For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.
Interview date: w/c 22nd September
About Us
The Nottingham Institute of Languages and Intercultural Communication (NILIC) delivers innovative programmes of professional development, academic training and English and foreign language learning, linguistics and intercultural communication across a broad portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and short courses.
Part of NTU's School of Social Science at Nottingham Trent University (NTU), the Nottingham Institute of Languages and Intercultural Communication is a diverse, supportive and collaborative community in which to innovate, explore and create. Our specialities span across a range of subject areas, including English language and linguistics, language teaching, and intercultural communication.
Our courses are built on the ethos of developing intellectual and practical skills, adding value to students’ employability and providing an outstanding student experience.
We bring together a groups of writers, editors, scholars, linguists and philosophers. Taking insights and perspectives from a broad range of disciplines, the Department explores the values that make us who we are today.
Our curiosity about languages, histories and global cultures drives our insight, research and our learning.
For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Professor Frank Austermuehl at frank.austermuehl@ntu.ac.uk.
Join Us
We’ll look after you with ongoing support, good development opportunities and a competitive salary that rewards your contribution. We also offer generous holidays, flexible working options, a pension scheme, great facilities and wide range of savings, discounts and benefits. Find out more about the range of benefits we offer.
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Safe and Inclusive
At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. By championing positive wellbeing, we promote an environment where all can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.
Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system however, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. For more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.
Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.