Associate Lecturer in Education (Zero Hours)

Job description

Associate Lecturer in Education (Zero Hours)

College of Social Sciences & Arts

Academic

Grade 7 - £40,704 to £45,641 per annum (pro rata) depending on experience

The role

This role involves working at the City Campus and is an exciting opportunity for applicants to lead colleagues from across the University on our University Advanced Professional Certificate (UAPC) Teaching in Higher Education - with Advance HE Associate Fellow status for Grade 6 colleagues. This prestigious staff development course will be the main focus of the post and the successful applicant would be responsible for running the course including teaching and assessment. In addition to this aspect of the role, there will be opportunities to work across Sheffield Institute of Education supporting other areas of work which could include Initial Teacher Training and undergraduate education and childhood courses.

The Institute

The Sheffield Institute of Education (SIoE) is a highly ambitious, inclusive and sector-leading institute, recognised for the transformative impact of its education, research and partnerships. We offer an innovative portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes spanning Initial Teacher Education, education, childhood studies and autism, combining academic excellence, applied learning and authentic professional experiences. Delivered by expert colleagues with extensive professional, practitioner and research expertise, our provision prepares graduates and education professionals to make a meaningful difference in schools, educational settings and communities.

At the heart of SIoE is a thriving culture of research, knowledge exchange and professional learning. Our colleagues work in partnership with schools, colleges, employers, policymakers and communities to shape educational policy, practice and innovation. Through high-quality research, impactful evaluation and collaborative knowledge exchange, we deliver educational improvement locally, nationally and internationally, strengthening our reputation as a leading voice in inclusive and socially transformative education.

We offer a diverse range of benefits and opportunities to pursue a rewarding and fulfilling career in a supportive environment.

You will be contractually enrolled into the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) - one of the largest and most generous defined benefit pension schemes in the country.

Find out more about the TPS

If you are, or have been, a recent member of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) directly prior to joining us, you can choose to opt out of the TPS and remain in the USS. Please contact the Pensions team to discuss options available.

For this job we particularly welcome applications from minority ethnic applicants who are underrepresented in this area/ this type of job at Sheffield Hallam.

The role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route so if you are an international applicant, you will need to ensure you have an appropriate visa to evidence the necessary right to work in the UK.

To find out more, take a look at our guide to applying.

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Contact Person : Anne Kellock
Contact Number :

Date Advertised : 15-Oct-2026
Closing Date : 04-Nov-2026

Employment Type : Permanent - Part Time
Location : City

Contact Email : [email protected]
Job number : 119767