Lecturer in Social Work

As a Lecturer in Social Work you will have a unique opportunity to shape the future of the profession by inspiring and equipping the next generation of practitioners. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for creative and inclusive teaching, and a deep commitment to sustaining positive change for individuals, families, and communities accessing social work services. Ideally you will have experience of teaching Social Work within Higher Education and/or in practice, alongside experience in social work practice, with children and families experience being beneficial.

This role allows you to influence not only academic outcomes but also the values, ethics, and critical thinking skills that underpin effective and compassionate practice. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, support students through practice placements, and play a key role in developing professional skills and reflective capabilities.

Our ideal candidate will have experience supporting students and learners and will promote interprofessional learning and collaboration across health and social care disciplines. The post holder will also have the opportunity to contribute to teaching and learning across the wider department and faculty. The post requires a collaborative approach, both internally and externally, including working closely with our employer partners in the delivery of apprenticeship and step up to social work programmes.

The successful candidate will need to be registered as a Social Worker with Social Work England.

The Social Work programmes are led by Programme Leaders, supported by an Academic Head of Department for Allied Health Professions, Social Work and Sport, and a Deputy Head of Department for Social Work. The department offers several other programmes which align well with Social Work, including Occupational therapy Apprenticeships, direct entry Physiotherapy, Sports and Nutrition and Dietetics, resulting in opportunities for inter-professional teaching and learning.

If you are an experienced academic wanting to develop your career, or a Social Worker in practice looking to enhance the education of future Social Workers, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion please contact:

Caroline Nicolson, Deputy Head of Department for Social Work via caroline.nicolson@winchester.ac.uk.

As an employee at the University of Winchester, we are committed to your wellbeing and development. You will have access to a wide range of benefits and support including:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Holiday entitlement of 35 days per year
• Hybrid working policy
• Discounts at many retailers, restaurants and entertainment
• Free wellbeing events including weekly exercise classes
• Contributory pension scheme
• On site gym and sports facilities

Closing Date: 23 February 2026

Interview Date: 13 March 2026

To apply, please click on the Apply button. Please note that posts close at midnight on the date stated. Late applications will not be accepted. Current employees, please login to e-recruitment with your University staff username & password details using the 'Existing user login' link.