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 Senior Lecturer (Social Work) post is based within the Institute of Management and Health and reports directly to the Academic Director. The role includes operational responsibility for one or more postgraduate Social Work programmes, with potential for future expansion. The post holder will lead the delivery, assessment, monitoring and evaluation of these programmes, while providing academic leadership, guidance and support to a small team of staff.
A key responsibility is to ensure programmes are delivered in line with Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) standards and adhere to university policies and procedures. The post holder will also contribute to enhancing the overall student experience, providing both academic and pastoral support. Teaching responsibilities will span undergraduate to postgraduate levels, including supervision of dissertations.
The role requires active engagement in scholarship, research, training and project work. The post holder is expected to pursue funding opportunities, contribute to knowledge transfer, develop external partnerships, and engage with professional networks to achieve recognition within the field. Additionally, they will hold a significant leadership or managerial role within the academic discipline or institute and contribute to its daily operations.
Teaching must be academically rigorous and vocationally relevant, using innovative approaches to learning and assessment that support students in developing professional competencies aligned with Social Care Wales standards. The role also involves contributing to a range of operational activities such as student recruitment, marketing initiatives, research events, staff development and training.
Applicants must have up-to-date professional experience as a Social Work practitioner, alongside a commitment to widening participation and inclusivity. Flexibility is required to teach across multiple campuses in South Wales and to engage a diverse student body using adaptable and creative teaching methods.
Overall, the post demands a balance of teaching excellence, academic leadership, research engagement and professional practice, with a strong focus on maintaining quality standards and enhancing the student experience across all aspects of programme delivery.

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

- WELSH LANGUAGE -
The ability to communicate and work through the medium of Welsh is essential for this post.
- DBS -
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 Adults Barred.

- 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: 04/06/2026
Interview date: TBC

- 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 joint 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2024)
• 1st in Wales for 7 subjects and Top 10 in the UK for 3 subjects (Guardian University League Table 2024)

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 Hourly Paid Lecturer in Health and Social Care will be 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, Digital Health, Physiology and Psychology.

Main duties will include:
• Deliver teaching, learning and assessments, as well as provide support to students
• Deliver teaching and learning strategies in a variety of contexts using appropriate and engaging teaching and learning styles
• Be involved in the design and development of high-quality teaching and learning material
• 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 feedback, support, and encouragement to students to ensure a high-quality student experience.

- REQUIREMENTS -
You should have:
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Public Health, Digital Health, Psychology, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and/or any other relevant disciplines)
• Experience in teaching, delivery, assessment and student support at undergraduate and postgraduate level in Higher Education
• Experience in teaching and supporting students from diverse backgrounds
• Experience in the design and development of module content, learning material, and assessments
• Demonstrable organisational and personal management skills
• Demonstrable interpersonal and communication skills with evidence of a commitment to team working and teaching
• IT proficiency and experience of using e-resources
• Evidence of ability to balance competing pressures

Please see the job description for full duties, and ‘essential’ and ‘desirable’ requirements.

- FURTHER INFORMATION -
This role has flexible hours across the weekday and weekend. Hours are allocated prior to each term (September, January, May) based on the HPL's availability and the Campus's timetabling needs.

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: 02nd June 2026, at 11:59pm.

- THE ROLE –

To coordinate the implementation, enhancement, and ongoing optimisation of Time & Attendance (T&A), timesheet, and payroll systems across the university. The role will work with key stakeholders to ensure accurate workforce data capture, compliance with policies and regulations, and seamless integration between HR, payroll, and finance systems.

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


Closing date: 28th May 2026 at 11:59pm
Interview date: TBC