The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828 and is honoured to have His Majesty King Charles III as Royal Patron.
UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.
Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:
• 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)
Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.

- THE ROLE –

The post holder will be required to devise a range of teaching and assessment materials, covering several modules and subject areas. The post holder will deliver teaching in a variety of different learning environments and use a variety of teaching styles and approaches, including all levels of undergraduate study and, where appropriate, postgraduate study. The post holder will offer both academic and pastoral feedback and support to students to the highest professional standards and with regard to the ongoing enhancement of the student experience. The post holder will undertake scholarship, research, training or project work, either individually or within a team, to ensure ongoing professional development and to enhance the profile of the Academic Discipline, Institute and University. The post holder will make a positive contribution to the day-to-day activities of the Academic Discipline that may cover areas such as dissertation supervision, student recruitment, marketing activities, research seminars and workshops, staff training and professional development.
The post holder will develop administrative activities and make a positive contribution to the day-to-day activities of the Campus
Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.


- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -

- Annual leave entitlement is 35 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This post may be eligible for sponsorship

Closing date: 26 November 2025 11:59pm
Interview date: 8/9th December 2025

- ABOUT US -
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828. UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.

Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:
• 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)

Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.

- THE ROLE –
The Lecturer in Business Management will be required to devise a range of teaching and assessment materials, covering several modules and subject areas within the broad areas of Business Management. They will be required to lead and/or teach modules across all areas of business and management including level 8 research modules. The ability and willingness to lead on Business Management undergraduate and postgraduate programmes will be an advantage.

The post holder will deliver teaching in a variety of different learning environments and use a variety of teaching styles and approaches, including all levels of undergraduate study and, where appropriate, postgraduate study. The post holder will offer both academic and pastoral feedback and support to students to the highest professional standards and with regard to the ongoing enhancement of the student experience.

Main duties will include:
• Offer teaching and student support at undergraduate and postgraduate level of study
• Offer teaching in a variety of learning settings, from seminar and small group tutorials, to large lectures, workshops or placements, using appropriate and engaging teaching styles
• Design and develop teaching materials, assessment methods and criteria, for individual modules or modules within a specific subject area, with a clear awareness and understanding of relevant quality assurance requirements
• Supervise the work of students in a timely, professional and supportive manner, providing necessary advice
• Offer appropriate advice, feedback, support, and encouragement to students, in both an academic and personal tutor role, to ensure a high-quality student experience
• Undertake relevant scholarly and research activity
• Engage in continuing professional development and enhancement

- REQUIREMENTS -
You should have:
• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline
• Experience in teaching, delivery, assessment and student support at undergraduate and postgraduate level in relevant subject area, with evidence of good student feedback
• Experience in the design and development of module content
• Experience of leading modules/programmes
• Evidence of good organisational and personal management skills
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively
• IT proficiency and experience of using e-resources
• Evidence of the ability to balance competing pressures of teaching, scholarship, research, administrative demands and deadlines

Please see the job description for the full list of duties, as well as all the essential and desirable requirements.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
Annual leave entitlement is 35 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days

For information on our staff benefits, please see: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs

This role may be eligible for sponsorship.

Closing date: 30th November 2025, at 11:59pm

Senior Lecturer/ Lecturer in Law
Swansea Campus based, but will be required to work across all campuses and other locations
Lecturer: £41,064 to £47,389 per annum
Senior Lecturer £48,822 - £58,225 per annum

- ABOUT US -

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828 and is honoured to have His Majesty King Charles III as Royal Patron.
UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.
Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience and have been awarded 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)
Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.

We are now looking primarily for a Senior Lecturer in Law to lead our team on a full time, permanent basis working 37 hours per week. Interested early career academics may be appointed as a Lecturer in Law.

- THE ROLE –

The Senior Lecturer in Law will be located within the Institute of Management and Health. You will be under the line management of the Academic Director and will be expected to take operational direction of a Programme (or Programmes) of Study at undergraduate and / or postgraduate level.
At Senior Lecturer level, you will be primarily concerned with learning and teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, and contributing to the Law programmes which fall the Swansea Law School, which are underpinned by a professional focus on Law and monitoring and evaluation of the programme(s), including offering academic leadership, support and guidance to a limited number of staff. You will be expected to manage the programmes, contribute to teaching and learning related to Law, although will also contribute to the wider Law and Criminology portfolio.
Candidates wishing to be considered at Lecturer level will devise a range of teaching and assessment materials, covering several modules and subject areas within the broad areas of Law. You will deliver teaching in a variety of different learning environments and use a variety of teaching styles and approaches, including all levels of undergraduate study and, where appropriate, postgraduate study. You will offer both academic and pastoral feedback and support to students to the highest professional standards and with regard to the ongoing enhancement of the student experience.
Please view the Job Description for further details, where you will also find a list of the essential and desirable ‘Person Specification’ criteria.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -

- Annual leave entitlement is 35 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This role may be eligible for sponsorship subject to Home Office salary threshold requirements https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job (grade 5 and above)
- This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement.
- You will be asked to confirm if you are applying for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer or both

Note your correspondence language will be determined by the language you apply in. To apply in Welsh, please click ‘Cymraeg’ at the top right of the screen.

Closing date: 21 November 2025, 11:59pm
Interview date : TBC

Independent End Point Assessor, OME (Ordnance Munitions and Explosives)

This role will attract a fee of £500 per Learner. Payment will be made on receipt of completion documents for each learner.
These roles are home based but will involve travel and attendance on the Swansea campus as required

We are seeking to engage a pool of Independent End Point Assessors (OME) to be responsible for conducting fair, valid, and reliable end-point assessments of apprentices in line with apprenticeship standards, assessment plans and the End Point Assessment Organisations processes (in this case the University). The role ensures that each apprentice demonstrates full occupational competence and meets the required standards before certification. The assessor operates independently of training delivery to maintain the integrity and quality of the assessment
process.

Please view the Job Description for further details, where you will also find a list of the essential and desirable ‘Person Specification’ criteria. You will be asked to upload a CV and provide a personal statement.

This post is not eligible for sponsorship.

This post is subject to a check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The level of check which will apply will be an Enhanced with Adult’s Barred List.

Closing date: 30 November 2025

- ABOUT US -
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828. UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.

Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:
• 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)

Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.

We are now looking for a Senior Lecturer in Business Management who will also undertake the role of Programme Manager for our DBA (Doctor of Business Administration) Programme at our London campus.

- THE ROLE –
The DBA is a professional doctorate which provides a structured programme of study through taught modules at Part I and a research thesis at Part II, closely integrated with an individual’s professional career development. The Senior Lecturer in Business Management and DBA program manager will lead and oversee the DBA programme, while also undertaking high-quality teaching and research.

As a part of the programme management responsibilities, the main duties will include overseeing high-quality delivery of the DBA, curriculum design, allocation of teaching resources for Doctoral modules, coordinating various Doctoral programme activities & events, such as the Knowledge Symposium, attendance & publication at Conferences, providing students with the skillset to publish high-quality research, providing day-to-day support and mentoring for students, liaising with key stakeholders in the University, performing admissions interviews, and supervising the doctoral research of DBA students to completion. The responsibility will also include identifying suitable Doctoral Supervisors, and conducting and chairing vivas.

The post holder will offer academic and pastoral support to the students to the highest professional standards. This will include the development of a wide variety of lifelong learning competencies for DBA students across both Part I and Part II of the programme. The Senior Lecturer is expected to contribute to the intellectual life of the Institute and the wider University, and champion their own individual research field and/or academic specialism. The ability and willingness to teach and lead on other business management programmes will also be advantageous.

- REQUIREMENTS -
You should have:
• A PhD/DBA/Doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline
• Experience in Programme Management
• A good research profile
• Evidence of successfully supervising Doctoral students to completion
• Experience in teaching, delivery, assessment and student support at all levels, including undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level in a relevant subject area
• Experience in Module leadership, including the design and development of module content at Postgraduate/Doctoral level.
• Evidence of good organisational and personnel management skills
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively
• IT proficiency and experience of using e-resources
• Evidence of the ability to balance competing pressures of teaching, scholarship, research, administrative demands and deadlines

Please see the job description for the full information on the duties of the role and all of the requirements.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
Annual leave entitlement is 35 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days

For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs

This post may be eligible for sponsorship.

Closing date: 19th November 2025, at 11:59pm

- THE ROLE -
The Student Success team work across the CertHE portfolio to support student engagement and progression, working to identify and remove barriers to successful study, providing assistance to services, tools and resources to enable engagement, and ensuring that students are able to access appropriate and timely support from specialist services as required.

The postholder will work collaboratively to design and deliver a holistic programme of support that is responsive to student needs and institutional priorities, with a particular focus on prevention, early intervention, and inclusive practice.

This role will also support the daily functioning of the Student Success Team by undertaking the following duties: providing 1:1 support, targeted coaching, and inclusive engagement activities that foster progression, belonging, and wellbeing.
Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.

- DBS -
This post is subject to a check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The level of check which will apply will be Enhanced with Adult’s Barred List.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
- Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This post is not eligible for sponsorship
- This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement

Closing date: 19th November 2025
Interview date: TBC

- THE ROLE -

The Student Success team work across the CertHE portfolio to support student engagement and progression, working to identify and remove barriers to successful study, providing assistance to services, tools and resources to enable engagement, and ensuring that students are able to access appropriate and timely support from specialist services as required.

The postholder will work collaboratively to design and deliver a holistic programme of support that is responsive to student needs and institutional priorities, with a particular focus on prevention, early intervention, and inclusive practice.

This role will be responsible for using the Case Management System (CMS) to oversee the triage of student support queries, maintain the CMS records, and monitor the service uptake. The role will support data collection and analysis to identify trends and impact, support regular reporting and inform service improvements.

This role will also support the daily functioning of the Student Success Team by undertaking the following duties: providing 1:1 support, targeted coaching, and inclusive engagement activities that foster progression, belonging, and wellbeing.
Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.

- DBS -
This post is subject to a check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The level of check which will apply will be Enhanced with Adult’s Barred List.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
- Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This post is not eligible for sponsorship
- This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement

Closing date: 19th November 2025
Interview date: TBC

- THE ROLE -

The Student Success team work across the CertHE portfolio to support student engagement and progression, working to identify and remove barriers to successful study, providing assistance to services, tools and resources to enable engagement, and ensuring that students are able to access appropriate and timely support from specialist services as required.

The postholder will work collaboratively to design and deliver a holistic programme of support that is responsive to student needs and institutional priorities, with a particular focus on prevention, early intervention, and inclusive practice.

This role will be responsible for leading the design and delivery of workshops, training sessions, and communications that foster student engagement, academic development, and a sense of belonging. The role also supports data collection and analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of workshops, activities and other engagement tools and inform future planning.

This role will also support the daily functioning of the Student Success Team by undertaking the following duties: providing 1:1 support, targeted coaching, and inclusive engagement activities that foster progression, belonging, and wellbeing.

Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.

- DBS -
This post is subject to a check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The level of check which will apply will be Enhanced with Adult’s Barred List.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
- Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This post is not eligible for sponsorship
- This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement

Closing date: 19th November 2025
Interview date: TBC

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828 and is honoured to have His Majesty King Charles III as Royal Patron.

UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.

Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:

• 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)

Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.

- THE ROLE –
The Head of Student Employability will play a crucial role in supporting the enhancement of students’ employability skills and experience and in the employment prospects of our graduates.

This senior leadership position within the Student Services department requires a dynamic and strategic individual who is passionate about providing and delivering a framework for students to grow and develop skills, knowledge and experience in order to attain and succeed in their chosen careers.

The post holder will oversee the strategic development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive employability programmes and initiatives designed to deliver practical student-centered outcomes.

Reporting to the Executive Head of Student Services, the post holder will oversee and then implement a strategic review of the current careers and employability provisions, shaping a new approach to student employability designed around the University’s academic portfolio, and connecting students with relevant employers, employment and skills development opportunities.

The Head of Employability is responsible for ensuring that all students have access to relevant high-quality opportunities to grow and develop their employability skills, which will include the central co-ordination of work placements across the University.

This role includes the analysis of key metrics to identify trends, inform strategic planning, and enhance provision and opportunities for students. The Head of Employability will ensure that employability initiatives are effectively aligned with the evolving needs of students and employers, the support our regional graduate labour markets.

Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.

- DBS -
This post is subject to a check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The level of check which will apply will be Enhanced with Adult’s Barred List.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
- Annual leave entitlement is 35 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This post may be eligible for sponsorship
- This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement .

Closing date: 25th November 2025
Interview date: TBC

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828 and is honoured to have His Majesty King Charles III as Royal Patron.
UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.
Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:
• 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)

Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.
- THE ROLE –
As a member of the University's Web Technical Team, the main purpose of the post will be to lead the technical development and architecture of our Drupal-based web platforms. The role involves managing complex web development projects, mentoring junior developers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, secure, and scalable web solutions. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders across the University to understand requirements and implement effective technical solutions.

The post holder should demonstrate excellent technical leadership skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and experience in full stack development. They should be able to work both independently and as part of a team, providing technical guidance and maintaining high coding standards. The ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders is essential.

This role will:
- Lead the development and maintenance of enterprise-level Drupal applications, ensuring best practices in security, performance, and scalability

- Design and implement complex backend systems using PHP and Drupal 10 to support university web services.

- Develop and maintain front-end solutions with TypeScript, Twig, and Tailwind CSS, following responsive design principles.

- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior developers, including code reviews and best practice guidance

Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
- Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This post is not eligible for sponsorship
- This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement.

Closing date: 20 November 2025

- THE ROLE -
The role of Service Desk Engineer is to provide 1st and 2nd line IT support for end users to receive support and maintenance within the University’s desktop computing environment such as in-house computer systems, desktops, laptops, peripherals, AV equipment and translation equipment. This includes installing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading all hardware and equipment whilst ensuring optimal workstation performance.

Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
- Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This post is not eligible for sponsorship
- This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement

Closing date: 18th November 2025

*UWTSD is proud to be an Accredited Living Wage Employer. The Voluntary Living Wage (VLW) is £12.60 per hour. We will apply an adjustment to the rate of pay for this role to increase it to £26,093 per annum.

- ABOUT US -
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828. UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.

Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:
• 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)

Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.

- THE ROLE -
The post holder will be responsible for maintaining the security of UWTSD premises and the environment. In addition, depending on Rota and need, they will be expected to carry out caretaking duties, portering, and minor maintenance, as well as other general duties required by the role. General caretaking duties such as shifting furniture and packages, litter picking, leaf clearance and maintaining the general cleanliness of the University environment will also be an integral part of the role. The post holder will be required to travel between university location using University Vehicles as required.

The physical nature of the role requires the post holder to possess the ability to lift and carry heavy loads and to be on foot for large parts of the working day. The post holder will be expected to work on a Rota system; this will include weekend, nights, and shift outside normal working hours to respond to the demands of the service.

Please see job description for full role duties and requirements.

-REQUIREMENTS -
You should have:
• Good general level of education
• Willingness to undertake first-aid certificate training.
• Ability to identify potential risks and undertake risk assessments.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Adequate IT skills
• Demonstrates self-motivation and ability to work unsupervised.
• Able to work as part of a team and in partnership with others.
• Recognises the need for and demonstrates appropriate confidentiality.
• Able and prepared to work flexibly, including travel between campuses and locations when required

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days.

For information on our staff benefits, please see: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs

This post is not eligible for sponsorship.

Closing date: 24th November 2025, at 11:59 pm

Project Development Officer (Contract Research and Tenders)
Part-time, 22.2 hours per week
Fixed-term for 24 months
£41,064 to £47,389 pro rata per annum

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828 and is honoured to have His Majesty King Charles III as Royal Patron.
UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.
Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:
• 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)

Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.
- THE ROLE –
The Institute for Sustainable Practice, Innovation, Research and Enterprise (INSPIRE) provides central support for knowledge exchange, enterprise, business engagement and regional partnerships, enabling the University to maximise impact from its research and teaching. Through INSPIRE, colleagues are supported in developing external collaborations, securing funding, and delivering activities that contribute to economic, social and cultural priorities
Within this role you will lead the development of contract research, tendering, and externally funded project proposals University-wide. Align bid and tender submissions with UWTSD’s Research and Innovation Strategy, RWIF objectives. You will gather intelligence on funding opportunities, including government, and commercial tenders, to inform strategic planning. Build and maintain long-term relationships with key funders and stakeholders.

The Project Development Officer will be responsible for managing the end-to-end development of bids and tenders, including scope definition, technical content, resource allocation, risk management, and submission. You will ensure submissions meet all funder requirements, deadlines, and quality standards, delivering innovative, evidence-based proposals. The successful candidate will provide operational support and guidance to academic teams on bid and tender requirements, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives.

Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
- Annual leave entitlement is 35 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This post may be eligible for sponsorship
- This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement

Closing date: 25 November 2025

Project Development Officer (Knowledge Exchange and Innovation)
Part-time, 29.6 hours per week
Fixed-term for 24 months
£41,604 to £47,389 pro rata per annum

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828 and is honoured to have His Majesty King Charles III as Royal Patron.
UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.
Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:
• 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)

Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.

- THE ROLE –

The Institute for Sustainable Practice, Innovation, Research and Enterprise (INSPIRE) provides central support for knowledge exchange, enterprise, business engagement and regional partnerships, enabling the University to maximise impact from its research and teaching. Through INSPIRE, colleagues are supported in developing external collaborations, securing funding, and delivering activities that contribute to economic, social and cultural priorities.

The Project Development Officer (Knowledge Exchange and Innovation) is a strategic, industry-facing role that supports University academics and external partners to develop high-impact knowledge exchange and innovation initiatives. The post-holder will build capacity across the University to engage with industry, secure external funding, and deliver impactful collaborative projects.

This role is central to delivering the University’s Research Wales Innovation Fund (RWIF) Strategy, including the development and management of Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs), Smart Partnerships, medium-to-high value projects, and other industry-focused collaborations. The post-holder will also support student placements and internships, strengthening employability and experiential learning opportunities.

Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
- Annual leave entitlement is 35 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This post may be eligible for sponsorship
- This application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your application and supporting statement

Closing date: 20 November 2025