Overview
Contribute to the delivery of teaching and learning by delivering lectures with specified learning outcomes within a clear and established teaching programme/framework.
Responsibilities
* Agree with the member of academic staff responsible the broad content of the teaching to be undertaken and the methodologies for/purposes of that teaching.
* Produce own teaching materials, informed by current research that motivate and inspire student learning.
* Carry out the necessary planning and preparation for the lecture and ensure that the learning objectives and learning needs of students are met by the teaching content, methods of delivery and learning materials.
* Facilitate discussions with students to help make sense of their learning within the context of the module and programme.
* Provide proactive academic support and guidance to students, directing them to an appropriate person for relevant support/care when needed.
* Assess student progress and provide timely and constructive feedback to students.
* As required, set assessment tasks, and mark assignments to the agreed criteria, contributing to the development of examination questions.
* Play an active and effective role as a member of a teaching team, attend and contribute to relevant meetings.
* Collaborate with colleagues on course development and curriculum review.
* Continue to update knowledge and develop skills to inform and support teaching.
* Participate in ongoing professional development and evaluation of practice relating to teaching, learning and assessment.
* Undertake relevant organisation and administration associated with the delivery of own teaching activity.
* Any other duties commensurate with the grade as deemed necessary by the Director of the School of Law and Justice Studies.
* A commitment to LJMU's values and regulations and Diversity and Inclusion Policy.
* Commitment to adhere to and promote the ethos of Respect Always as set out in the Respect Always Charter.
* Liverpool John Moores University recognises and is aware of its Social, Economic and Environmental responsibilities; the post holder is required to minimise environmental impact in the performance of the role and actively contribute to the delivery of LJMU's Environment and Sustainability Policy.
* The post-holder's mandatory Health and Safety responsibilities are contained in Section 2 of the University's Safety Management Code of Practice MCP1 Organisation for the Implementation of the Health and Safety Policy.
* For some activity, you may be required to contribute to externally funded projects such as research or EU projects.
* The ability to support all students including those with diverse learning needs and to recognise when to refer to other appropriate parties.
Person specification / Qualifications
* The person specification describes the skills, experience, knowledge and aptitude required to perform the duties of this post effectively. The criteria order listed should not be taken to imply their relative importance. Both paid and unpaid experience may be relevant.
* Essential Factors: A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject. Postgraduate qualification or equivalent qualification or professional experience as appropriate to the discipline. Some areas may require a PhD. Recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to complete one) and/or experience of teaching at undergraduate/postgraduate level or delivering professional training. Sufficient breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding in the discipline to add value to the content of the module. Ability to communicate complex knowledge clearly to a range of abilities. Ability to encourage active participation by students. Ability to assess students\' work within the learning environment and provide feedback. Ability to contribute to course or method improvement. Ability to work both individually and as a member of a teaching team. Experience of applying relevant analytical skills, teaching methods and techniques.
* Desirable factors may include experience not specified here.
Benefits
* Financial benefits: Competitive salaries based on a 35-hour working week; pension contributions depending on staff category.
* Work-life balance: Annual leave provisions plus holidays and university closure days; flexible working options where possible.
* Health and wellbeing: Access to wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP); resources to support mental and physical wellbeing.
* Career benefits: Continuous development opportunities to enhance knowledge and career ambitions, including LinkedIn Learning.
* Equal opportunity and diversity: Commitment to LJMU values, equal opportunity, and diversity policies.
* Community and culture: Opportunities to participate in climate action initiatives, staff networks, and volunteering activities.
* Discounts and other benefits: Various discounts, loans, travel schemes, and fitness facilities.
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