Lecturers in Psychology

£39,596 - £45,848pa with Excellent Benefits

Based on-site at our Manchester Campus **

Full time Permanent

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About Arden University:

Arden University is a multi-award-winning, innovative university transforming higher education through digital learning and career-focused education. Our mission is to make higher education accessible, flexible, and industry-relevant, ensuring graduates are job-ready.

With rapid expansion into new disciplines, global partnerships, and a focus on cutting-edge teaching methods, this is an exciting time to join our growing academic community.

About the School of Psychology:

Our School of Psychology, part of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Technology, is committed to providing high-quality, applied psychology education. Our diverse academic team includes experienced academics, practitioners, and industry professionals, all focused on preparing students with discipline knowledge and practical skills for real-world careers.

About the Opportunity:

As part of our continued growth, we have three new opportunities for Lecturers in Psychology to join our team at our Manchester Campus. This role will report to a Senior Lecturer in Psychology and play a key role in delivering engaging, innovative teaching while supporting students in their academic and career development.  In this role you will:

• Deliver engaging and dynamic lectures both face-to-face and online for our students.
• Lead and develop modules, ensuring high-quality learning materials and curriculum development.
• Oversee assessment marking, design authentic assessments, and provide high-quality feedback.
• Contribute to programme development, aligning courses with industry trends and employer needs.
• Provide academic guidance and support, enhancing student success and engagement.
• Drive innovation in teaching methods, student support, and assessment techniques.

** you will be campus based for up to 4 days a week to suit the student timetable.

About You

We are looking for a passionate and experienced psychology educator who has: 

• An MSc or equivalent qualification in Psychology, with Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
• Experience in teaching, learning, and assessment practices in Higher Education.
• A track record of successfully contributing to programme teams and being an inspiring and creative lecturer.
• AdvanceHE Recognition (FHEA) or a willingness to achieve it within 12-18 months.

Why Arden:

At Arden, you will become a part of a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to removing unnecessary barriers to learning and making education more accessible. Our people work hard to ensure our students journeys are the best they can possibly be, as such we want to reward our people with fantastic benefits. Employees benefit from:

• 30 days holiday, add the bank holiday on top, and we even throw in Christmas closure
• A generous Aviva pension plan, our contributions start at 7%
• PMI or Healthcare Cashback (dependent on role grade)
• Study any Arden course for free, with generous discount for all family and friends
• Our ‘Golden Ticket’ which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education
• Plus, other competitive benefits!
  

Our Values:

Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness, reflect who we are as an institution, a team and as individuals. If they also reflect you and you are excited by the chance to be the driving, creative force within a growing business, we want to hear from you.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines and locations.

Closing Date: 10 March 2025

Interviews will be held week commencing 24 March 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion:

Arden University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. This means that if you have a disability, as defined by the Disability Equality Act 2010, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you wish to be considered under this scheme, you can indicate via the application form below. By doing so, you are also consenting for this information to be shared with the hiring team. For more details on what qualifies as a disability under the Disability Equality Act 2010, please refer to the guidance here.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Therefore, we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances, and actively welcome applications from all groups.