About this role
We are looking for a passionate and student-focused Senior Lecturer in Social Work to join our new and growing team at University College Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our Social Work programmes and wider Social Work department.
You will be an engaging and innovative educator, qualified to Postgraduate Diploma or Masters level and registered with Social Work England.
You will work closely with colleagues to develop the curriculum, lead innovation in teaching and learning, and support our strong relationships with placement providers and employers. We welcome creative ideas—particularly those that make the most of digital tools and bring learning to life in ways that reflect the realities of contemporary social work practice.
You will be involved in designing and leading engaging, inclusive teaching that applies theory to real-world social work practice. You will also support students/apprentices through their learning journey, helping them to build confidence and professional practice skills.
You will have experience of teaching in Higher Education and leading social approved work programmes. You will also understand the needs of diverse learners and be committed to widening participation. Most importantly, you will care about making a difference—for your learners and for the social work profession. We welcome applications from candidates with a background in adults and/or mental health social work.
Should you wish to discuss the role further, please contact:
Dr Gemma Hunt, Head of Department – Social Work
Benefits:
Generous allocation of annual leave
38days’ paid leave per year 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
Excellent /Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Employer Contributions
Teachers’ Pension Scheme – 28.6%
Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service. Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including, technology home and cycle. Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham Free on-site gym membership
Closing Date: 3 May 2026
Interview Date: 15 May 2026
Standard Information:
UCB is an equal opportunities employer.
University College Birmingham is proud to be TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating
UCB has achieved the Investors in Diversity Bronze Award.
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