Location: Strand Street, London
Type: Part-Time (17.5 hours/week), Full-Time (50% FTE), Permanent
Salary (£): £43,205 – £50,585 per year, including London Weighting Allowance
About King’s College London:
King’s College London is a world-renowned institution located in the heart of London. King’s Foundations, a department within the Centre for International Education and Languages, is dedicated to providing high-quality international pathway courses and English language preparation. With a mission to empower students to excel, the department values diversity, inclusivity, and cultural competence, ensuring that students receive outstanding support and an exceptional educational experience.
Job Details:
Benefits:
- Competitive salary including London Weighting Allowance
- Opportunity to contribute to the development of King’s International Foundation Programme
- Engage in scholarly activity with support for professional development
- Collaborative and inclusive working environment within a leading global university
Requirements:
- Postgraduate degree and teaching qualification (consideration for those working towards them)
- Experience in teaching pre-undergraduate programmes such as Foundation or Pre-sessional courses
- Strong understanding of best practices in assessment and feedback for politics & social science
- Proven ability to design high-quality course materials
- High level of cultural competence and commitment to inclusive classroom practices
- Strong communication skills in English
- Experience in working collaboratively to deliver an excellent student experience
Desirable:
- Experience in teaching on International Foundation Programmes in UK universities
- Experience in providing academic and pastoral care as a personal tutor
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
- Commitment to continuing professional development
Salary Details:
- The salary for this position ranges from £43,205 to £50,585 per annum, inclusive of the London Weighting Allowance.
About the Role:
The Lecturer in Politics & Social Science at King’s College London will be responsible for teaching international students on the King’s International Foundation, a one-year programme aimed at preparing students for undergraduate degrees. The role involves delivering modules on Global Politics and Social Sciences, providing high-quality feedback, and supporting students in their academic and personal development. The successful candidate will contribute to the enhancement of the foundation programme, engaging students from diverse backgrounds and helping them to achieve their potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach modules in Global Politics and Social Sciences
- Provide effective feedback and advice to students
- Act as a personal tutor, offering academic and pastoral support
- Contribute to the design and development of course materials
- Engage in scholarly activity and disseminate findings
King’s College London is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all backgrounds.
