Teaching Fellow

Posted 1 hour 1 minute ago by University of South Hampton

Permanent
Full Time
Academic Jobs
Hampshire, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO140
Job Description

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Fellow in Education (Leadership) to join Southampton Education School. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, research-informed environment with a strong commitment to educational leadership, innovation, and impact.

The postholder will play a central role in the delivery and development of the MSc Education programme, with a particular focus on leadership-related modules. You will contribute high-quality teaching, support student learning and supervision, and help shape the ongoing development of our postgraduate provision.

You will join a collegial and ambitious School committed to advancing education through research-informed teaching, professional engagement, and innovation in pedagogy.

What you'll do
  • Deliver high-quality teaching across the MSc Education programme, primarily on educational leadership modules, using a range of approaches including lectures, seminars, and tutorials
  • Design, assess, and provide feedback on coursework and examinations, supporting student progression and achievement
  • Supervise postgraduate students, offering academic guidance and support for their learning and research
  • Contribute to the development, review, and enhancement of leadership-focused curricula, ensuring coherence, innovation, and alignment with current research and practice
  • Support the School's teaching objectives through ongoing evaluation and improvement of learning and teaching
  • Contribute to pedagogic scholarship, including dissemination of teaching innovation and practice
  • Undertake administrative and coordination responsibilities linked to programme delivery (e.g. admissions, assessment processes, quality assurance)
About you

We are looking for a colleague with expertise in educational leadership and a strong commitment to high-quality teaching.

  • Substantial knowledge and experience in educational leadership, underpinned by relevant theory and research
  • Experience of teaching and/or leading educational leadership provision at postgraduate level
  • A strong understanding of education across school, FE, or HE contexts
  • A relevant postgraduate qualification (Level 7) and a teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, PGCAP, QTS or equivalent)
  • The ability to design and deliver engaging, high-quality teaching and assessment
  • Strong communication and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams
What we offer
  • The opportunity to contribute to a highly regarded MSc Education programme with a strong leadership focus
  • A supportive academic environment committed to research-informed teaching and innovation
  • Opportunities for professional development and pedagogic scholarship
  • Access to a vibrant academic community within a leading Russell Group university
About Southampton Education School

Southampton Education School is recognised for its strong research base, commitment to evidence-informed practice, and innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Our MSc Education programme attracts a diverse cohort of professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of education and leadership in a rapidly changing world.