Lecturer in Initial Teacher Education

We are currently seeking a Lecturer in Initial Teacher Education to design and deliver content across a range of modules, contribute to curriculum planning and development, and engage in scholarly activity, research or knowledge exchange.

(This is a full-time, fixed term contract until 1st December 2026, covering maternity leave. Immediate start preferred)

As part of your role, you will design and deliver high-quality teaching across a range of modules, contribute to curriculum development, and support our institutional learning strategy. You will engage in research and scholarly activity to enhance teaching and student experience, seek external funding, and help develop new income-generating opportunities.

You will build strong internal and external networks, working collaboratively with industry partners, professional bodies and the wider subject community.

The role also involves meeting quality assurance requirements, undertaking departmental administration, supporting recruitment and promotional activities, and contributing to the wider professional responsibilities of the team. Additionally, you will mentor and support less experienced colleagues in their ongoing development.

• A good first degree in a relevant discipline and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Extensive knowledge and experience in primary science teaching
• An excellent teacher with demonstrable interest in pedagogic innovation
• Excellent interpersonal, networking, communication and ICT skills
• A secure knowledge of education policies in relation to primary education and training, including the ongoing changes to teacher education and the school system in England
• A secure understanding of on-going support and training needs of Newly Qualified Teachers.
• Experience of working with ITE trainees or in Higher Education.
• An ambition to develop a research and publication profile.
• A good understanding of the changing HE landscape and its relevance to the Department/School/University.

For further information on the essential and desirable skills we're looking for, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Salary Grade Ac3S - £44,746 per annum

This is a full-time, fixed term contract until 1st December 2026, covering maternity leave.

Immediate start preferred.

• Applicants with less than five years teaching experience in Higher Education of at least 0.8FTE or equivalent who do not hold a Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Certificate accredited by the Higher Education Academy (HEA) or HEA fellowship will be required to complete an approved Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education course during the first two years of employment.
• Applicants with more than five years teaching experience in Higher Education of at least 0.8FTE or equivalent who do not hold a Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Certificate accredited by the Higher Education Academy (HEA) or HEA fellowship will be required to accredit their practice through the HEA fellowship application process during their 6-month probation period.
• Whilst this post is offered on a full-time basis, applications on a job share basis may also be considered.

Interview Date - 26th - 28th January 2026

Due to the nature of this post regretfully we cannot accept applications that do not have the Right to Work/Live in the UK therefore your application will be rejected.

Staff Benefits

We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including

• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
• Enhanced paid leave days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here:
• Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
• Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
• Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app

For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Bath Spa University is where creative minds meet. Offering a wide range of courses across the arts, sciences, education, social science and business to over 7,500 students, the University employs outstanding creative professionals which support its aim to be a leading educational institution in creativity, culture and enterprise.

Our main Newton park campus is based in stunning countryside just a few minutes from a World Heritage City. We are also proud to offer courses to students at our other campuses around Bath, and in London at our Canary Wharf and Hackney sites.

An impressive 84% of our staff said they would recommend the University to a friend as a good place to work.

We are a community of colleagues, striving for excellence to ensure students thrive. Our values are:

• Respect
• Inclusivity
• Collaboration
• Sustainability

We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community. We foster inclusivity, celebrating and respecting differences. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and genders. We consider our recruitment practices to be comprehensive and unbiased; ensuring fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity for all.