140 Education / Teaching jobs in Chester

To design and deliver a range of high quality teaching materials. Make a significant contribution to the planning, design and development of programmes and take responsibility for the management of teaching. Engage in high quality research activity resulting in high quality publication. Engage in relevant professional and knowledge exchange activities. Carry out assigned administrative tasks. Teaching and Learning

• Design and deliver teaching material across a range of modules or within a subject
area.
• Set, mark and assess assignments and examinations and provide timely and
constructive feedback to students.
• Identify needs and develop effective approaches to teaching and learning that are
innovative for the subject or school and reflect evolving practices elsewhere.
• Produce teaching materials informed by current research and scholarship that
motivate and inspire student learning.
• Supervise and provide support and guidance for student learning activities, such as
work-based learning, student projects, field trips and where appropriate, placements.,
• Provide academic and pastoral support and guidance for students, signposting to
specialist services where appropriate. Act as personal tutor to students, supporting their progress and development as learners through one to one and group activities, and being a point of contact for reference requests after graduation.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the student experience outside of the learning
environment to build cohort identity and sense of community.
• Lead on/contribute to programme/module development.
• Contribute to the successful development of curricula and teaching methods in the
School.
• Reflect on teaching practices and contribute to the enhancement of teaching quality.
• Participate in the accreditation of courses and quality assurance and enhancement
processes. Research and Scholarship
• Develop research objectives, projects and proposals.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify and secure external funding through research
grants and contracts and in developing collaborative research income-generating ideas.
• Conduct nationally/internationally recognised research and scholarship which is
eligible for inclusion in the HEFCE Research Excellence Framework exercise or similar external research quality validation exercises.
• Disseminate research through appropriate channels including articles in journals of
international standing and internationally recognised conferences.
• Engage in the research culture of the University and ensure that the research
activities of the School / Institute are integral to the learning experience of all students.
• Develop knowledge exchange activities establishing research and educational links
with industry and influencing public policy and the professions.
• Contribute to the supervision of postgraduate research students.
Leadership and Management
• Mentor colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development.
• As leader of a module/ programme or significant sections of a programme,
coordinate the work of other staff to ensure module, programme, enterprise or research project is delivered to the standards required.
• Plan, co-ordinate engagement projects; organisation of external activities such as
student projects, field trips and industrial placements; manage or monitor engagement budgets and ensure effective use of resources.
• Within the context of the role be responsible for administrative duties e.g. in areas
such as admissions, timetabling, examinations, student attendance, retention. Citizenship
• Contribute to a supportive working environment and develop productive working
relationships with other team members.
• Support colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development;
train/advise on own area of expertise where appropriate; coach and support colleagues in developing research.
• Attend and make a positive contribution to relevant school meetings. Participate in
and assist the work of committees, working parties and panels etc.
• Effectively contribute to operational activity, process development, project work and
organisational change.
• Contribute to wider school/university activities e.g. open days, student welcome,
graduation and clearing events. Actively support the recruitment of students.
• Build internal and external links to enhance own teaching and learning activity.
• Participate in institutional widening participation and outreach activities.
• Develop an external engagement profile, engage with peers in own discipline both
nationally and internationally.
• Act as an ambassador for the University in all interactions with current and
prospective students, staff, visitors to the University, external partners, media and general public.
• Promote the University's values of an inclusive and diverse community.
Values and Regulations
• Any other duties commensurate with the grade as deemed necessary by the Director
of Public and Allied Health.
• A commitment to LJMU's values and regulations and Equality and Diversity Policy.
• Commitment to adhere to and promote the ethos of Respect Always as set out in
the Respect Always Charter.
• Liverpool John Moores University recognises and is aware of its Social, Economic
and Environmental responsibilities. The post holder is required to minimise the environmental impact in the performance of the role, contribute to (and supervise if applicable) the implementation of environmental improvement measures and actively contribute to the delivery of LJMU's Environmental Management and Sustainability Policy and the Climate Change Action Plan.
• The post-holder's mandatory Health and Safety responsibilities, which have been
agreed by the University's Executive Leadership Team, are contained in Section 2 of the University's Safety Management Code of Practice (MCP1) Organisation for the Implementation of the Health and Safety Policy. The post-holder's mandatory Environmental Management responsibilities are contained in Section 2 of the University's Environmental Management Code of Practice (ECP1) Organisation for the Implementation of the Environmental Management and Sustainability Policy.
• For some of your activity, from time to time, you may be required to contribute to
externally funded projects such as research or EU projects.

The person specification describes the skills, experience, knowledge and aptitude requiredto perform the duties of this post effectively. The criteria order listed should not be taken toimply their relative importance. Both paid and unpaid experience may be relevant. Essential Factors Evidence Registered Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Application Council A postgraduate degree/or working towards one in a Application related discipline. HE teaching qualification or commitment to enrol and Application and complete the LJMU PGCertLTHE programme in the three interview year induction plan. Experience of teaching or supervising pre-registration Application and student midwives. interview Ability to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels Application, in relevant lectures, tutorials and seminars and to interview and presentation supervise postgraduate students. Understanding of how the outputs of scholarship and Application, research or professional body engagement can inform interview and presentation curriculum development in order to enhance the learning experience of students. Evidence of demonstrable engagement with the student experience. Ability to develop ideas and find ways of disseminating Application and and applying the result of research interview Ability to initiate development in the curriculum and take Application and responsibility for the effective and efficient delivery of interview teaching programmes/modules. Ability to undertake organisational and administrative Application and tasks appropriate to working within Higher Education. interview Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning Application and environment for students. interview Commitment/Ability to provide excellent pastoral and Application and academic support, advice and guidance to students that interview takes account of their individual needs and circumstances, signposting to specialist services where appropriate. Ability to respond sensitively and appropriately to students Application and needs/concerns taking action in line with institutional interview policies/expectations where needed. Ability to work both individually and as a member of Application and research/ teaching team. interview Ability to use ICT as a research tool and to develop Application and teaching materials. interview Excellent communication skills (oral and written), coupled Application, with the ability to develop these skills in students. interview and presentation Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire andApplication and collaborate interview Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance will be Application and required for this post at the appropriate level. Interview, Advanced Clinical Practice and/or HDU qualification Application Evidence of leading UNICEF BFI accreditation Application and interview Proven record of ability to conduct high quality research Application and which is reflected in the authorship of high quality interview publications or other research outputs. Record of identifying areas of research collaboration and Application and the ability to form collaborations. interview Ability to develop research proposals and attract research Application and students and funding as appropriate to the discipline. interview Evidence of innovation in curriculum design and delivery, Application and particularly through the use of technology enhanced interview learning

Location: School of Public and Allied Health, Tithebarn Street, Liverpool, although staff may be asked to work in any location within the University. Mobility between locations will be subject to the exigencies of the service. Introduction: The appointed person will be expected to make broad contributions to the academic work of the School of Public and Allied Health.

Financial benefits: Competitive salaries based on a low contractual 35 hour working week. 17.5% employer contributions to pensions for non-academic staff enrolled into Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 28.68% employer contribution to pensions for teaching staff enrolled into the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS). Work life balance: Excellent annual leave provision. 30 days for support staff and 35 days for staff and senior managers grade 8 and above. 8 UK bank holidays and up to 5 University closure days between Christmas and New Year. Family friendly policies and a range of benefits to support including job-shares, flexible working hours and part-time roles where possible. Health and wellbeing: Regular wellbeing support initiatives throughout the year. Access to a trained counsellor via Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Plus a programme of activities and range of support and resources to help look after your mental and physical wellbeing. Career Benefits: Continuous development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and meet your career ambitions, including LinkedIn Learning. Making a difference: LJMU Climate Action - be at the forefront of initiatives to tackle climate change. Share experiences and challenge unfair practices with our Diversity and Inclusion Staff Networks. Opportunity to volunteer at graduation ceremonies, clearing and open days. Discounts and other benefits: A reward and benefits platform, giving savings on day-today purchases across a range of retail outlets. Interest free loans repayable across twelve monthly instalments, including loans for annual travel season tickets and cycle to work scheme. Massively discounted gym and fitness classes at the University Sport Building.