Job Description

The

University of West London (UWL

) is ranked as

41st in the UK

in

The Guardian University Guide 2026 and is the

1st London modern

university in The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026. We are also the Number 1

London university for overall student satisfaction

in the National Student Survey 2025*. The UWL community is a diverse body of students and staff who work together to create an environment of success and achievement. We celebrate the diversity of our staff and promote our values in practice through our commitment to inclusivity, progression, and success.

A modern university is a university established in 1992, or after. Excluding specialist providers.

Calculated as the average of all questions, using registered populations.

The School

The School of Human and Social Sciences is a multidisciplinary school that empowers and equips students to shape a sustainable, just and healthy society. The School has recently expanded its disciplinary coverage and now delivers a portfolio of education, research and enterprise activity across psychology, sports and exercise sciences, criminology, education & early years, forensic science, nutritional therapy, and politics & international relations. The University is committed to the continued growth of the School of Human and Social Sciences with recent investments in portfolio developments, new equipment and staff.


Our course portfolio in Education leads to awards from foundation level to taught postgraduate and research degrees. It reflects a long-standing, institutional commitment to inclusion: most taught courses offer a September and a February intake, while UG courses are accessible via a broad-based foundation year. We also validate a small number of UG courses delivered internationally.


Offering a high-quality student experience is of paramount importance to us and we have an excellent reputation for student-centred education. In the 2025 NSS we were rated 1st in London and 4th in the UK for overall satisfaction in Education. We were also ranked the top modern university for Education in the 2026 Guardian University Guide.


Our course portfolio is underpinned by our developing research, knowledge exchange and enterprise profile. Our academic staff are research active, and contributed to submissions in the REF 2021, contributing to one of the most significant improvements in GPA of any HE institution. Our strategic plan, Impact 2028, outlines our ambitions for further growth in learning and teaching, research, and sustainability.

The Role

To support our exciting development and growth aspirations for education, we are looking to strengthen our academic team through the appointment of candidates with suitable qualifications and experience. We welcome applications from highly motivated individuals to contribute to our current courses, BA (Hons) Education Studies and BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies, working within an innovative and supportive team at the University of West London. We are seeking an experienced practitioner with a strong background in early years/primary school settings to contribute to research, knowledge exchange, enterprise and external engagement, as well as student support and course and curriculum development and delivery.


The successful candidate will have:

Significant experience in early years settings, with a strong understanding of child development, pedagogy, and inclusive practice Expertise in SEND (ideally a SENDCo Lead), with the ability to embed inclusive approaches in teaching and curriculum design The capacity and enthusiasm to support innovation, teamwork, and student engagement A commitment to research and practice-informed teaching and reflective practice, contributing to curriculum development and enhancement across our course, including the development of new courses Enthusiasm for teaching, planning, and personal tutoring, ensuring an excellent student experience
The successful candidate will be expected to lead and deliver taught modules, supervise UG dissertations and strengthen our research, knowledge exchange and enterprise profile through securing funding for and delivering projects, and disseminating findings through presentations and publications. The precise mix of duties and objectives will be determined on an individual basis in line with the needs of the school.

The Person

This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced practitioner with a strong background in early years/primary school settings. Candidates should have experience of, or expertise in, SEND. The successful candidate will be expected to lead and deliver taught modules, supervise UG dissertations and strengthen our research, knowledge exchange and enterprise profile through securing funding for and delivering projects, and disseminating findings through presentations and publications. The precise mix of duties and objectives will be determined on an individual basis in line with the needs of the school.


Candidates should have HEA Fellowship (or a willingness to undertake within the first year of employment). Candidates should be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to work in teaching and curriculum development and the ability to teach across our Education/Early Childhood provision and work with a diverse range of learners and provide individualised pastoral support. In line with the seniority of the appointment, applicants should have a track record in research, scholarship, knowledge exchange and/or enterprise alongside relevant HE curriculum development and delivery. Additionally, candidates are expected to be able to work flexibly and as part of a team and to be prepared to support students in reaching their full potential.

How to Apply

Please email

hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk

if you need any assistance with the application process.


Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews on 13th November 2025


For informal enquiries about the position please contact Nicola O'Keefe, Head of Education and Interdisciplinary Studies nicola.o'keefe@uwl.ac.uk

Additional Information

Read more about working at the University of West London at

https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl

We welcome applications from individuals who do not have a fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA). Should you be successful and do not hold an HEA fellowship you will be asked to complete one within 2 years of appointment as a condition of your continued employment


Our department is under-represented in terms of staff from minority ethnic backgrounds, of LGBTQIA+ identities, and with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.


Please note we do not reimburse travel expenses for job interview.


Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.


Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.


This position does not meet the University criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.


We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.


The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.



Department
School of Human and Social Sciences
Location
Paragon
Salary
Lecturer - 46,312 to 53,020 per annum
Senior Lecturer - 54,454 to 60,734 per annum
Release Date
Wednesday 08 October 2025
Closing Date

Sunday 02 November 2025
Interview Date
Thursday 13 November 2025
Reference
SHSS068