Location
Docklands Campus
Salary
£46,471 to £60,752 per annum inclusive of London Weighting
Post Type
Part Time
Hours per Week
14.4
Post Type
Permanent
Closing Date
Tuesday 16 June 2026
Interview Date
Tuesday 30 June 2026
Reference
2604-25-A
University of East London
Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.
But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.
About Us
Social Work provision at the School of Childhood and Social Care at the University of East London is situated within one of the most diverse and dynamic regions of the UK. Our courses are professionally accredited, practice-focused, and rooted in a strong commitment to social justice, critical thinking, and community engagement. We work closely with local authorities, practice partners, and regional organisations across East London and beyond to prepare students for the complexities of contemporary social work practice. Our teaching is informed by current research, professional standards, and the lived realities of the communities our students will serve. As a School, we are committed to creating an inclusive, collegial, and intellectually supportive environment for both students and staff. We welcome applicants who value diversity, understand the importance of widening participation in higher education, and are committed to enhancing the student experience within a multicultural learning environment.
About the Job
We are seeking a Lecturer in Social Work (0.4 FTE) to contribute to teaching, student support, and the continued development of our undergraduate and postgraduate Social Work provision. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team of academics and practitioners committed to delivering high-quality, professionally relevant education. Essential skills and experience include:
- Teaching, mentoring, supervising, or assessing social work students and/or practitioners
- Professional experience across social work practice settings, with sound knowledge of contemporary practice issues
- Supporting students from diverse educational, cultural, and professional backgrounds
- Knowledge of Social Work England professional standards and social work education requirements
- Contributing to curriculum delivery, assessment, and student support within Higher Education or practice learning environments
- Working with social work students on placement and practice learning activity
- An understanding of what roles diversity, equity, and inclusion have within social work education and practice
About You
You will be a qualified and Social Work England-registered social worker with experience in professional practice and a strong commitment to social work education. You will bring enthusiasm for teaching and supporting students from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds. The ideal candidate will also have:
- A postgraduate (Masters or higher) qualification in Social Work or a related field
- Strong knowledge of contemporary issues in social work education and statutory social work practice
- Excellent communication, organisational, and collaborative working skills
- A commitment to scholarly activity and ongoing professional development
Benefits Package
Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE.
We care deeply about your wellbeing and our benefits includes: 31.08% to 35.38% pension (7.4% to 11.7% from you, depending on your grade, 23.68% from us), 35 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) plus bank holidays, hybrid working for most positions, and we’re always open to consider flexible working arrangements. We have a subsidised gym membership, 3 times base salary life assurance, a cashback healthcare scheme and wide variety of other generous benefits including discounts on: Apple and Samsung products, holidays, clothing, fitness, lifestyle, dining out and weekly shopping.
Benefits:https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-all-academic-positions
Equal Opportunities
As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we’re committed to closing the "diversity pay gap". We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and honest that there’s more to do. We’re determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive.
So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and commit to success, we want you to apply today!
Further Details
Job Description & Person Specification
To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail jobs@uel.ac.uk
CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.
At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive
