Assistant Lecturer

By joining the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll become part of a thriving community of talent that’s united by a shared vision – to transform the lives of our students and create prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Every colleague has a vital role to play in helping us achieve this vision

About the role:

We are recruiting an Assistant Lecturer to contribute to achieving objectives of the School of Health, Social Work and Sport through teaching and assessment. You will teach across multiple areas including Sports Coaching, Football Studies, Sport Business Management and Performance Analysis, which will include delivering lectures, tutorials, and support sessions. 

About you:

The successful candidate will have relevant experience in an academic environment, with a proven ability to work both on own initiative and as part of team with a successful record of working to deadlines. An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject is required for this role. 

Informal enquiries are welcomed - please contact Craig Wright, Principal Lecturer via email on CMWright1@uclan.ac.uk 

Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

We are proud to share that we will soon be known as the University of Lancashire. Building upon nearly 200 years of academic excellence, this exciting new chapter reflects our commitment and ambition for Lancashire and beyond. We believe in helping people to seize every opportunity to flourish in education, at work and for life. Together, we’re here to help you achieve great things. 

Where opportunity creates success.