Principal Lecturer in Education Studies Liverpool, England
Job description
We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our School of Education which has a long and proud history in education studies, SEND, childhood and community studies, teacher education and sector leading postgraduate provision. We have a reputation for outstanding graduates and researchers.
Reporting to the Head of Education and Early Childhood Studies (EECS) – and also working alongside the Programme Leader for Early Childhood Studies and associated programmes, you will be responsible for the School’s Education Studies suite: featuring a dynamic range of undergraduate programmes and a growing portfolio.
The School of Education at LJMU, is renowned for the quality and strength of its undergraduate and postgraduate curricula, along with an enviable reputation for international partnerships and collaborative research. Student experience is at the heart of everything we do and this is reflected in the quality of our programmes and the development of socially engaged practitioners and educational leaders - delivered through a team of committed and forward-thinking academic teams.
You will have the capability to build on the existing strong foundations and achievements in the Subject Area, while also having the vision and ambition to work alongside the EECS Head to positively respond to future challenges and opportunities.
As a key member of the School’s leadership team, a strong and nuanced understanding of the UK educational landscape, complex policy implications and regulatory requirements of the Office for Students (OfS) and the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), is essential. Effective recruitment and sustained retention, progression and positive graduate outcomes for our students is also a critical focus of this role.
You will be joining our vibrant School and Faculty at a pivotal moment of growth and opportunities. We are seeking an outstanding individual who is able to deliver excellent student experience and outcomes, and contribute to the strategic and operational needs of the School in this area. The Programme Leader for Education Studies will have line management responsibilities and will be joining a passionate and committed community of academics and professional support staff which makes the School of Education at LJMU a special place to work and thrive.
Informal enquiries may be made in confidence to: Dr Graham Downes Head of Education and Childhood Studies [email protected], or Dr Ceri Daniels, Director School of Education [email protected]
In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.
This is an exciting time to join LJMU in our bicentenary year and with the launch of our new strategic plan.
If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.
At LJMU, we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.The School of Education is currently under-represented with regards to staff from Black, Asian, and other global majority backgrounds. We welcome applications from all eligible applicants. LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential. All our appointments are made on merit.
Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.
