About this role
Job Purpose The Lecturer – Professional Excellence Accelerator (PEA) is responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and developmental support on the PEA across undergraduate and postgraduate cohorts. The postholder will support students in developing the academic, digital and professional skills required to succeed in UK higher education and to progress confidently through their degree programme. The role is particularly focused on supporting international students and other students in transition, helping them build confidence in academic conventions, communication, professional identity and independent learning. The Lecturer will teach on the PEA using the agreed module structure and resources, provide formative developmental feedback, monitor engagement and contribute to a positive and inclusive student learning experience.
- Main duties and responsibilities Teaching and Learning Deliver high-quality, engaging and inclusive teaching on the PEA across BSc and MSc cohorts.
- Teach sessions in areas such as: transition to UK higher education academic writing and academic conventions critical reading, analysis and synthesis referencing and academic integrity responsible and ethical use of AI digital fluency and business/professional technologies presentation, communication and teamwork reflective practice and self-management employability, professional identity and career readiness Adapt delivery methods for undergraduate and postgraduate students as appropriate.
- Create an active, supportive and developmental learning environment that builds confidence, belonging and professional behaviours.
- Deliver workshops, tutorials and targeted interventions for students requiring additional support.
- Student Support and Engagement Support students in understanding academic expectations, study practices and professional behaviours relevant to UK higher education.
- Provide formative feedback on students’ academic and professional development.
- Offer tutorials, small-group support or guidance sessions where appropriate.
- Identify students who may be at risk of disengagement or underperformance and refer concerns through appropriate channels.
- Work with the Module Lead and wider support teams to contribute to early intervention and student success.
- Delivery and Administration Deliver teaching in line with agreed schemes of work, lesson plans and module guidance.
- Use module materials effectively and contribute feedback on their delivery and impact.
- Maintain accurate attendance, participation and engagement records.
- Carry out administrative tasks associated with teaching and student support.
- Support the effective use of Moodle/VLE and ensure students are directed to relevant learning resources and tasks.
- Quality and Enhancement Contribute to the consistent delivery of the PEA across cohorts.
- Participate in team meetings, standardisation discussions and staff development activities.
- Contribute feedback on student needs, engagement patterns and areas for module enhancement.
- Support module evaluation through student feedback and reflective review.
- Maintain awareness of good practice in higher education teaching, student transition, academic skills and employability.
- Collaboration and Liaison Work collaboratively with the Module Lead, Programme Leaders, lecturers and student support staff.
- Liaise with colleagues as needed to ensure that PEA teaching supports students’ wider academic experience.
- Contribute to induction, orientation and student engagement activities where required.
- General Responsibilities Uphold high standards of professionalism, academic integrity and student care.
- Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and intercultural understanding in teaching and support.
- Engage in continuing professional development relevant to the role.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the level of the post.