The University of Worcester (UW) has long been noted for its high quality and innovative provision in Education. As an Outstanding provider of ITE across all our provision, we are nationally recognised for our overall quality and high sustained employment rates of our new teachers.  In this context, the Institute of Education is seeking to appoint an inspirational and excellent Primary Education lecturer with a strong commitment to maintain and further develop our excellent reputation in teacher education and training. 

In order to maintain our strong reputation for and commitment to an excellent student experience, we are seeking an inspirational lecturer for this role who can model excellent practice in their teaching and inspire trainee teachers to achieve their potential in the classroom. 

There should be an active engagement in continuing their own professional and academic development, demonstrating their love of learning.  

 Short-listed candidates invited to interview will be required to undertake the following activity:

• a formal interview
• a 10 minute presentation 

 Presentation Activity:

Please share your knowledge and understanding of ‘inclusion’ in a school context and explain how, as a Lead Mentor, you would support school staff and trainees in ensuring high quality teaching provision. 

NB.  If you are successful at interview, you will be invited to join a pool of sessional lecturers and we will contact you if suitable work becomes available. We are not able to guarantee employment as it will be subject to student numbers.  The number of hours available might only be a few hours per week.  If you have any queries regarding this, please discuss it with us at interview.

Please note that this post does not meet the minimum salary requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post who will require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria).

Closing Date: 10 Jun 2026

Sub Department: Academic

The University of Worcester has long been noted for the high quality and innovative character of its courses for those who want to work in the field of education. The Department of Education and Inclusion within the Institute of Education, is characterised by a strong commitment to equality, inclusion and diversity. We are determined to harness the power of education to make a positive difference within communities on a local, national, and international level. Our strong network of partners, both at home and in a diversity of other jurisdictions, enables us to work across a variety of settings, enriching our work with a truly global range of perspectives.

Programmes for which the advertised roles are sought include: MRes Education, MA Education, Professional Doctorate. Specific expertise which will contribute to the range of courses within the Department and Institute will be expected, as well as the potential to lead CPD and Community Engagement activities. Given the nature of the role, the successful applicant(s) will be able to demonstrate experience of relevant academic research as well as some experience of teaching and learning within the Higher Education sector.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview which will include a short presentation

Informal queries in relation to this vacancy are welcome and should be addressed to Deputy Head of Institute Mandy Duncan a.duncan2@worc.ac.uk

Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria).

Please note that this post does not meet the minimum salary requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post who will require sponsorship to work in the UK.

NB.  If you are successful at interview, you will be invited to join a pool of sessional lecturers and we will contact you if suitable work becomes available. We are not able to guarantee employment as it will be subject to student numbers.  The number of hours available might only be a few hours per week.  If you have any queries regarding this, please discuss it with us at interview.

Closing Date: 09 Jun 2026

Sub Department: Academic

Applications are invited for Clinical Teaching Fellows at 0.6 FTE (3 days per week - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) in Anatomy, Physiology and Clinical Skills. These are career development posts at FY2/ST level to facilitate the learning of the next generation of doctors. You will be involved in developing and delivering active learning sessions in the practical application of anatomy, physiology and clinical skills primarily in Phase 1 (Years 1&2). You will receive training from a team of enthusiastic clinical educators and will have opportunities for professional development, including support with gaining a teaching qualification.  

Applicants will have a keen interest in medical education and training. Applicants must be registered with the GMC and have a minimum of 2 years clinical experience after graduation from medical school. The Medical School has close relations with local NHS primary and secondary care providers, and we can support you in seeking clinical opportunities alongside academic commitments.  

The posts are based at the Severn campus. They will be fixed term appointments for 12 months. Subject to satisfactory performance, it may be possible to extend these for a second 12-month period.

Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr Leo Donnelly (leo.donnelly@worc.ac.uk), Lead for Anatomy.

Please note that this post does not meet the minimum salary requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post who will require sponsorship to work in the UK.

Closing Date: 09 Jun 2026

Sub Department: Academic

Salary: £46,675 to £50,175 per annum pro rata