Health and Social Care Lecturer
16 days ago
Sunderland
Health and Social Care Lecturer Department: AcademicLocation: Sunderland CampusPosition Type: Permanent - Full time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per weekWorking Pattern: Monday to Friday, with essential flexibility to work evenings or weekends depending on academic needs.Reports to: Course DirectorCompany DescriptionUK Management College (UKMC) is a forward‑thinking higher education provider committed to delivering high‑quality, career‑focused programmes. Our academic community is built on excellence, innovation, and real‑world relevance. With strong partnerships across education and industry, we equip our students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed in today’s competitive landscape.We are now seeking an inspiring and committed Lecturer in Health and Social Care to join our growing team at our Sunderland Campus.Job PurposeThe Lecturer in Health and Social Care will play a key role in shaping the student learning experience through high‑quality teaching, curriculum innovation, and student support. You will contribute to the ongoing development of academic programmes, engage in research and scholarly activity, and support the wider academic mission of the College.This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator or experienced industry professional who is passionate about developing future health and social care practitioners.Key ResponsibilitiesTeaching & Curriculum Delivery\nDeliver engaging and academically robust lectures, seminars, and workshops across core Health and Social Care modules.\nDesign, develop, and enhance teaching materials that reflect current professional and regulatory standards.\nImplement diverse teaching strategies that support inclusive and effective learning for all students.Student Support & Assessment\nSupervise dissertations, projects, fieldwork, and placements.\nDevelop fair and transparent assessments in line with institutional policies.\nProvide timely, constructive feedback to promote student progression and achievement.\nAct as a personal tutor, supporting students academically and pastorally.Research, Scholarship & Professional Practice\nEngage in scholarly activity that contributes to the field and informs teaching practice.\nParticipate in collaborative research projects and academic publications.\nSupport knowledge‑exchange activities and pursue research funding where appropriate.Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with health and social care providers to support placements, research, and community engagement initiatives.\nRepresent UKMC at professional events, conferences, and external networks.Quality Assurance & Academic Administration\nContribute to programme development, review, and accreditation processes.\nMaintain accurate assessment records and support academic regulations and compliance requirements.\nParticipate in committee work, student admissions, and academic planning activities.Person SpecificationQualifications\nMaster’s degree in Health and Social Care or a closely related field (required).\nPhD or equivalent professional expertise (desirable).\nTeaching qualification or willingness to work towards one (e.g., PGCert in Learning & Teaching).Experience\nExperience teaching or training at higher education level.\nProfessional experience within the health or social care sectors is advantageous.\nEvidence of research activity, publications, or conference contributions is desirable.Skills & Competencies\nExcellent communication and presentation skills.\nAbility to inspire, motivate, and challenge students effectively.\nStrong organisational and academic planning skills.\nCommitment to inclusive, student‑centred teaching.\nAbility to handle sensitive student matters with discretion and professionalism.Benefits\nCompetitive salary package\nGenerous annual leave entitlement\nCompany pension scheme with employer contributions\nPrivate medical insurance\nEmployee discount\nFree parking\nOn‑site parking\nExcellent transport links\nProfessional development and training support\nClear pathways for career progression\nSupportive and inclusive working environment\nAccess to modern campus facilities and digital resources\nEmployee well-being support\nOpportunities for academic and industry networking