Senior Lecturer in Youth Work and Community Practice

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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:

The School of Health, Social Work and Sport has a rapidly expanding programme of Youth Work and Community Practice provision which includes both a BA in Youth Work and Community Practice and an approved Degree Apprenticeship. We are seeking a Senior Lecturer to lead the course delivery, management and development with a focus on the Degree Apprenticeship provision.

About you:

The post holder will be JNC qualified or working towards this qualification, have experience of teaching in higher education. Candidates will also need to have a relevant undergraduate degree, postgraduate qualification and a teaching qualification or membership of the HE academy. You will be flexible and innovative in your approach to teaching, possess excellent communication and presentation skills and have good knowledge of the challenges facing the youth work and community sector.

Based predominantly at our Burnley campus, as a member of the School of Health, Social Work and Sport, the post may also be required to contribute to other programmes and to work across other campus's or settings where the School is active.

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.