Birmingham Newman University runs a thriving and innovative Foundation Year which prepares students to study for a wide range of subjects across the university. There are two entry points (September and January) and so the course runs from September to July each year.
The University is looking for x2 Graduate Teaching Assistants on a Fixed Term basis until July 2028. The post of Graduate Teaching Assistant provides an opportunity for a teaching-focused graduate to work with an innovative, multi-disciplinary team, and to gain valuable experience and professional development. The postholder will undertake a range of duties related to delivering Foundation Year programmes across the university with controlled supervision. This includes delivering teaching across the Foundation Year programmes using pre-prepared material, completing supervised tutorial and assessment activities and providing supported input into the ongoing development and design of the curriculum. The postholder will be expected to fully engage in formal and informal professional development activities throughout the traineeship.
Applicants must possess a first degree (with a classification of upper second or above) in the Humanities or Social Sciences or should expect to graduate with suitable qualifications in the summer of 2025. Experience of teaching/coaching/mentoring roles is an advantage.
To find out more about the traineeship, you are welcome to join a webinar on Wednesday 2 April, 12.30pm-1.30pm. Link to join:
Short summary of main essential criteria
First degree in relevant area (Humanities or Social Sciences) (upper second or above)
Informal enquiries about this opportunity are very welcome. Please contact Dr Emma Folwell, at e.folwell@staff.newman.ac.uk, to discuss the role further.
An application form and further details about this role are available from: newman.ac.uk/jobs or alternatively please e-mail: recruitment@newman.ac.uk
(Please note that CVs are not accepted as part of the application process unless explicitly stated).
Closing date for applications: Monday 7 April 2025
Interviews will take place in w/c 5 May 2025
Birmingham Newman University offers a wide range of staff benefits including 35 days’ annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts), pension scheme, chaplaincy and spiritual care, library services, free on-site parking, discounted travel scheme, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, occupational health and counselling services and staff development opportunities. Further details of the full range of staff benefits available can be found on our website: https://www.newman.ac.uk/knowledge-base/staff-benefits/ or please contact the Human Resources Department.
Birmingham Newman University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Birmingham Newman University is located on Genners Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 3NT.