Lecturer (Teaching) / Senior Lecturer (Teaching) – PGCE Secondary Psychology

The University of Worcester (UW) has a reputation for its high quality and innovative provision in Education. As an ‘Outstanding’ (March 23) provider of Initial Teacher Education (ITE) across all our provision, we are nationally recognised for our overall quality and high sustained employment rates of our trainee teachers. 

Psychology is a well-established subject in our PGCE Secondary portfolio, this is a rare opportunity for a subject specialist in psychology to join our team as a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer on a permanent basis. In this context, the Institute of Education is seeking to appoint an inspirational and excellent subject specialist. The successful applicant will have responsibility for contributing to teaching on the PGCE Psychology Programme as well as the Professional Studies curriculum and quality assuring mentor training across the partnership by carrying out visits to trainees in their placement settings.

We offer a collaborative and supportive environment in the IoE where you will be able to contribute to developing new teachers as well as developing your own skills. 

What is in it for you?

Annual incremental increase for Lecturer up to £41,732, with the opportunity to progress to £45,585 and for Senior Lecturer £54,395, with the opportunity to progress to £59,422 subject to performance and the university reward scheme47 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days)Attractive Company Pension SchemeAccess to a range of benefits such as our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Car LeasingWellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance ProgrammeIn-house training and development supportA friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

From 1st July 2025, the salary range for this role will increase for Lecturer to £38,249 - £42,882 (with the opportunity to progress to £46,735) and for Senior Lecturer £44,128 - £55,755 (with the opportunity to progress to £60,907) subject to performance and the university reward scheme.

Any enquiries to be sent to Tracy Wallis, Head of Department for Secondary and Post-Compulsory Education t.wallis@worc.ac.uk 

 

Closing Date: 08 Jun 2025

Sub Department: Academic

Salary: £37,100 to £54,395 per annum