Job Description

Online Module Tutor - Criminology

Reference number:

JR248028

Location:

Remote

Contract Type:

Freelance

We are seeking module tutors with a Criminology Research Methods

background to join our dynamic online faculty. In this role, you will

lead and support the learning of our online students

working in close collaboration with our university partner, the University of Essex.

Further information on our programmes can be found at

https://online.essex.ac.uk/

We are looking for individuals with experience in the following subject areas:

Quantitative Research Methods Qualitative Research Methods Data Analysis and Reporting SPSS/JASP IPA analysis Dissertation Supervisors


A detailed job description can be viewed here. If the link does not work for you, please copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: https://tinyurl.com/5s3e7e9d.

What you'll bring to the role

You will have a strong academic background and practical applied experience in one or more of the relevant subject areas outlined above. You will also have experience of teaching and assessment on higher education programmes at postgraduate level as well as an enthusiasm for online learning.

Essential criteria

Experience of teaching and assessing at level 7 within the UK Higher Education sector Excellent IT skills, primarily Word, Excel, PowerPoint and online meeting software. Good interpersonal skills, comfortable liaising with academic colleagues, tutors and students both face-to-face and in a virtual environment. Experience of working with students from a range of cultural backgrounds Excellent written communication skills in English Reliable internet connection.

We can only consider candidates who are UK residents. UK residency means you must reside in the UK for at least 183 days per tax year.

Due to the freelance nature of this role, we cannot accept applications from candidates on a student visa (previously a Tier 4 visa)

Desirable criteria

Doctoral qualification in a related subject Experience of teaching in an online environment Familiarity of the UK Higher Education sector and UK Quality Assurance Relevant Higher Education teaching qualification. Fellowship recognition by AdvanceHE Experience of supervising students with their UG and PG dissertations

What we do

Kaplan Open Learning is one of the world's largest and most experienced providers of online degree education. We currently work with two UK partner Universities to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. Our students complete their studies through online learning using our interactive virtual classroom with rich multi-media resources which provide a gateway to a learning community supported by a dedicated academic and professional services team.



Our mission is to continue to transform students' lives and careers by delivering and expanding our suite of innovative, industry led and career enhancing higher education programmes.

How to apply

To apply please send an

up-to-date CV and a covering letter

showing how you meet our above-mentioned criteria by midnight on Sunday 20th July 2025.



You will need to be available for the online New Tutor training that runs for 2 weeks (Dates to be confirmed).



New Tutor Training is mandatory, and the duration of the course is 2 weeks. However, this does not require you to be online for the whole of this period. Instead, you will engage in tasks and activities across the 2-week course such as the following: -

Engage with a discussion forum. Complete the compulsory training - GDPR and Prevent Duty Grade and provide feedback on an example student submission. Read up on key KOL and University of Essex Online policies. Complete quizzes, e.g., plagiarism quiz

If you have any questions, please contact criminology@online.essex.ac.uk

Additional Application Information

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, depending on the nature of the role, successful candidates may be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Application Support

If you require support completing the application or wish to talk to someone about the role, please email the Recruitment Team kaplanstaff.recruitment@kaplan.com.

Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments

At Kaplan International, we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.



Following the submission of an application, applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.



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