Lecturer in Journalism

At Leeds Trinity University, we aspire to make a difference to the people, the professions and the places that we serve, and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people to join our University community. We are ranked top in Yorkshire for learning community and pride ourselves on being the University where our students are a name, not just a number. The University has a distinctive, employability-focused educational offer and works closely with employers to address the skills needs of today's workforce. Applications are invited for the following post:

Lecturer in Journalism

Hours of Work: Part-time hours per week.

Duration: Fixed Term 12 Months, Maternity Cover

Salary: The starting salary will be from £37,099 up to £44,263 per annum (pro rata) in Grade 7, depending on qualifications and experience.

Leeds Trinity University is seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative, and high-performing member of staff to join the Journalism team. We're looking for someone who will be part of a team working to deliver high-quality teaching on Journalism courses ranked 2nd in the UK in the Guardian Good University Guide.

The successful candidate will have an excellent understanding of journalism and creative practice including experience with digital journalism and the associated technologies, software and studio practice. The teaching and tutoring for this role are for foundation Level 3 and undergraduate Level 4. We need a Lecturer with excellent pastoral skills for these crucial years for transition and progression.

Confidence in the use of online analytics is important and a grasp of the academic context of journalism is also essential in the role. We need a team member who understands the benefits of collaborative working with a broad variety of industry partners and who will work to develop new links for the benefits of our students, graduate employability, and our research expertise.

Applicants should ideally be active in research and knowledge exchange (appropriate to the stage of their career) bringing with them a network of contacts and collaborations and have an extensive portfolio of professional / creative outputs. The ability to work as an effective team member, contributing to the provision of high-quality teaching is essential.

We offer an excellent range of benefits including generous holiday entitlements, staff development opportunities and a pension scheme.

Closing date for applications: 10th June 2024

Interviews for this post will take place on Thursday 20th June 2024 at Leeds Trinity University, Horsforth Campus.

If you have any queries about the application process, please email or call

Leeds Trinity University values diversity and inclusion and particularly encourages applications from the following groups as they are currently under-represented within the University: LGBT+, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants, as well as candidates with disabilities, whether hidden or otherwise. The University will consider all forms of flexible working arrangements.

£37,099 to £44,263 per annum (pro rata) in Grade 7, depending on qualifications and experience.