Lecturer in Health and Social Care
Birmingham
ABOUT US
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828. UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across six UK campuses, four in Wales and two in England. It also maintains long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.
Our aim is to transform education and, in doing so, transform the lives of the individuals and communities we serve. We are recognised for providing an outstanding student experience: For the third year in a row, we rank among the highest Universities in the UK in overall positivity. We rank highest in Wales in Overall Satisfaction.
• 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2026)
• 1st in Wales for 4 subjects and Top 10 in the UK for 5 subjects (Guardian University League Table 2026)
Our success is driven by the commitment, skill, knowledge and ability of our people. We are building on this strong culture to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.
THE ROLE
The post holder is expected to 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 may be required to develop a range of teaching and assessment materials, covering specified modules and subject areas and may lead on modules and programmes in particular: Public Health, Physiology, Digital Health and Psychology.
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, training or project work, either individually or within a team, to ensure ongoing professional development and to enhance the profile of the Institute and the University. The post holder will make a positive contribution to the day-to-day activities that may cover areas such as student recruitment, marketing activities, research seminars and workshops, staff training and professional development.
MAIN DUTIES
• Deliver teaching, learning and assessments, as well as provide support to students at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level of study, either individually or as a member of a teaching team.
• Deliver teaching and learning strategies in a variety of contexts, such as, online or blended learning teaching and learning, seminar and small group tutorials to large-group lectures, workshops and/or placements, using appropriate and engaging teaching and learning styles, within an established programme of study.
• Be involved in the design and development of high-quality teaching and learning material, sharing information/material on the University’s VLE develop strategies for formative and summative assessments, and develop assessment criteria, following the relevant quality assurance requirements.
• Supervise the work of students in a timely, professional and supportive manner, providing necessary advice on study skills, research methods, assessment and dissertation work.
• 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 activity, either as part of a collaborative project or individually, as a means of updating knowledge in an appropriate specialism and underpinning effective learning and teaching, or for seeking publication, knowledge transfer, public dissemination, or for funding and grant opportunities.
• Undertake relevant administrative tasks to ensure the effective operation and management of the curriculum and, at the request of a line manager, undertake a small cross-programme or School administrative role such as student admissions, involvement in marketing and open day initiatives.
• Engage in continuing professional development and enhancement through, for example, gaining membership of Advance HE, through relevant University staff development or through membership of a relevant professional body.
Be an active and enthusiastic member of the Institute, working collaboratively with colleagues, participating in school boards and staff-student committees, attending, where appropriate, Faculty working groups and committees, and making a positive contribution to the Institute’s overall culture and environment.
Please see the job description for full duties, ‘essential’ and ‘desirable’ requirements.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Hours are available on weekday (Computing and Health) and at weekends (Health only) and allocated on a term-by-term basis ((September, January, May)) according to need.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship in line with Home Office salary threshold requirements https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job
Closing date: 29th November 2026, at 11:59pm.
Interview date: TBC
