Visiting Lecturer - School of Law and Social Sciences - Department of Education and Teacher Training

Candidates must upload a current CV and provide two supporting statements. It is essential that applicants address the following:

• Areas of expertise
• Teaching and/or relevant professional experience

By applying to this vacancy, you will be joining our Visiting Lecturer recruitment pool. Visiting Lecturer roles are part-time, fixed-term positions, with hours agreed between you and the Department as required. Posts are paid hourly, with rates varying according to the nature of the work.

When teaching opportunities arise that match your skills and experience, the Department will contact you directly to discuss them. Please note that contact is not guaranteed.

The recruitment pool is refreshed annually. You will be invited to resubmit your details if you wish to remain in the pool for the following year. If you do not respond, your information will be deleted in line with the University's Data Protection Policy.

Informal enquiries about this opportunity are welcome and should be directed to Louise Wiley Louise.Wiley@bcu.ac.uk

Please note any new engagement as a Visiting Lecturer, appointed from 2 November 2026, will normally be employed through our subsidiary company, BCU Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Birmingham City University and eligible for membership of the BCU Support Services Retirement Plan only.

With around 31,000 students from over 100 countries, Birmingham City University is a large, diverse and forward-looking institution rooted in the heart of Birmingham. We put students at the centre of everything we do, combining technical, creative and professional excellence with strong industry links to give our learners the best opportunities for future success. Guided by our 2030 Strategy, we are committed to promoting fairness, innovation and real-world impact across our academic community.

We are seeking to recruit a pool of Visiting Lecturers who can contribute to our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes within the Department of Education and Initial Teacher Training.

The School of Law and Social Sciences brings together a diverse range of disciplines dedicated to improving lives, supporting communities and developing future professionals. Through excellence in teaching, research and external engagement, the School provides an inclusive and collaborative environment that promotes innovation, social impact and student success.

The Department of Education and Initial Teacher Training has a long and established history of preparing educators, teachers and education professionals. Our practice-led portfolio is designed to meet the needs of contemporary education settings and is informed by strong partnerships with schools, colleges, early years providers and community organisations.

The Department maintains extensive partnerships with schools and educational organisations across the Midlands, ensuring our teaching remains aligned with professional standards, sector developments and the evolving needs of children, young people and families. Through these collaborations, we support students in developing the knowledge, skills and confidence required for successful careers in education and related professions.

We welcome Visiting Lecturers who can bring professional expertise, educational insight and practice-informed teaching to inspire students and support the development of the next generation of teachers, educators and professionals working with children, young people and families.