Senior Lecturer in Social Work

THE ROLE

The Senior Lecturer (Social Work) post is based within the Institute of Management and Health and reports directly to the Academic Director. The role includes operational responsibility for one or more postgraduate Social Work programmes, with potential for future expansion. The post holder will lead the delivery, assessment, monitoring and evaluation of these programmes, while providing academic leadership, guidance and support to a small team of staff.

A key responsibility is to ensure programmes are delivered in line with Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) standards and adhere to university policies and procedures. The post holder will also contribute to enhancing the overall student experience, providing both academic and pastoral support. Teaching responsibilities will span undergraduate to postgraduate levels, including supervision of dissertations.

The role requires active engagement in scholarship, research, training and project work. The post holder is expected to pursue funding opportunities, contribute to knowledge transfer, develop external partnerships, and engage with professional networks to achieve recognition within the field. Additionally, they will hold a significant leadership or managerial role within the academic discipline or institute and contribute to its daily operations.

Teaching must be academically rigorous and vocationally relevant, using innovative approaches to learning and assessment that support students in developing professional competencies aligned with Social Care Wales standards. The role also involves contributing to a range of operational activities such as student recruitment, marketing initiatives, research events, staff development and training.

Applicants must have up-to-date professional experience as a Social Work practitioner, alongside a commitment to widening participation and inclusivity. Flexibility is required to teach across multiple campuses in South Wales and to engage a diverse student body using adaptable and creative teaching methods.

Overall, the post demands a balance of teaching excellence, academic leadership, research engagement and professional practice, with a strong focus on maintaining quality standards and enhancing the student experience across all aspects of programme delivery.

Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role, click the 'Apply' button above.