Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Educational Psychology (1.0fte)

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1 Further Particulars for the Post of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Educational Psychology (1.0fte)

2 Lynsey Thompson Human Resources Administrator Human Resources Department Direct line: October 2015 Dear Applicant Thank you for enquiring about the post of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Educational Psychology (1.0fte). have pleasure in enclosing the following: Job description Person specification University Vision, Mission and Values An application form f you would like to apply for this post, please complete the application form and return it to me by noon on 16 November 2015 with a covering letter indicating how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements. The application form must be completed in full, as this will be used for the purposes of shortlisting. CVs and edited versions of the application form will not be accepted. Please take particular care when completing the application form as the information you provide will be subject to a verification process. nterviews for this post are expected to take place on 10 December Please note that references for shortlisted candidates may be taken up before interview unless a candidate explicitly requests on the application form that this is not done. At all events, you should nominate at least two referees from whom we could obtain references before interview. Thank you for showing an interest in this post. look forward to receiving your application. Yours sincerely Lynsey Thompson Human Resources Administrator Enc. Leeds Trinity University has an Equality and Diversity Policy. We welcome applications from all parts of the community.

3 Leeds Trinity University is a successful University community which offers a high quality learning experience to its students. Applications are invited for the following post: LECTURER/SENOR LECTURER N EDUCATONAL PSYCHOLOGY (1.0 FTE) Starting salary in the range 31,342 to 42,067 per annum Leeds Trinity University is a modern university with an emerging research culture. The scale of the institution provides for an extremely supportive environment and facilitates research across discipline boundaries. The Department is well resourced and has a significant reputation for high quality teaching. Student feedback is excellent and we have consistently performed well in the National Student Survey. The Department of Psychology is keen to develop its research interests in Educational Psychology and we are now seeking an ambitious and enthusiastic member of staff to join us from January 2016 and help us deliver our Strategic Plan by producing high quality research that improves people s lives. The post-holder will support the development and delivery of Educational Psychology across the Department. The ability to teach either Qualitative or Quantitative Research Methods at undergraduate and post-graduate level is essential. Appropriate to their level of experience, the ideal candidate will bring links with external contacts to help facilitate the development of our research portfolio. Candidates should demonstrate potential for grant income generation. We welcome applications from candidates who have a PhD (or who are close to completing their PhD) in Educational Psychology or in a related area of psychology. Applicants should be research active with a track record of publications commensurate to their career stage. The ability to work as an effective team member, contributing to the provision of high quality teaching across the department at undergraduate and post-graduate level is essential. All new staff will be expected to contribute to the Department s next REF submission. The posts will provide an ideal opportunity for an early career academic to contribute to the development of our research activity, post graduate studies and CPD provision. We offer an excellent range of benefits including generous holiday entitlements, staff development opportunities and a pension scheme. Further information about the Department of Psychology can be found at: CLOSNG DATE FOR APPLCATONS: noon on 16 November 2015 Further details and an application pack are available from: nformal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Carlton Cooke, Head of the School of Social and Health Sciences c.cooke@leedstrinity.ac.uk Alternatively please contact the Human Resources Department, tel or recruitment@leedstrinity.ac.uk. Leeds Trinity University has an Equality and Diversity Policy. We welcome applications from all parts of the community.

4 Leeds Trinity University Vision, Mission and Values Our Vision is to be Renowned for developing socially impactful, highly employable individuals through pioneering, research-led learning and teaching. Our Mission is Guided by our Catholic identity and faith foundation. We provide an exceptional educational experience in a diverse community. We are committed to the promotion of dignity, respect, social justice and equality in order to deliver positive social and economic impacts. Our Values of dignity, respect, social justice and equality are lived out and evidenced by: striving for excellence in all that we do; being a compassionate, respectful and inclusive community that embraces diversity; acting with integrity and transparency; encouraging dialogue and collaboration.

5 LEEDS TRNTY UNVERSTY JOB DESCRPTON JOB TTLE: DEPARTMENT: SALARY: GRADE: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Educational Psychology (1.0fte) Psychology Starting salary in the range 31,342 to 42,067 per annum Lecturer/Senior Lecturer COMMENCEMENT DATE: January 2016 FACLTES: RESPONSBLE TO: NTERNAL CONTACTS: EXTERNAL CONTACTS: PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Office space, computer, administrative services, laboratories Head of the Department of Psychology Students; Staff of the Department of Psychology and other departments; Lecturing and Support Staff, Director of Research, Employer Partnership Manager, Student Union. External Examiners; professional bodies, employers To contribute to the teaching, administration, research, income generation and the developmental work of the Department of Psychology at both undergraduate and post-graduate level. MAN TASKS AND DUTES: 1. To contribute to teaching as required in the Department of Psychology, including: a) appropriate preparation, including preparation of learning materials; b) delivery of formal scheduled teaching; c) design and preparation of instruments of assessment, in accordance with the provisions of relevant validation documents; d) undertaking formative and summative assessments of students work; e) provision of general support for student learning. 2. To contribute to the teaching of, and to exercise oversight of, modules in appropriate areas of Psychology, as directed. 3. To contribute to the teaching and assessment of Research Design. 4. To supervise experimental research work undertaken by students and to supervise students on work placements. 5. To act as progress tutor to a designated number of students throughout their University career, writing references for them, as required. 6. To be an active researcher, conducting individual and collaborative research, identifying sources of funding where appropriate and contributing to the Department s REF2020 submission.

6 7. To underpin the above contributions by active engagement in scholarship/research/consultancy and by the development and maintenance of links with relevant external organisations, in consultation with the Head of the Department of Psychology. 8. To contribute as required to developmental work in Psychology. 9. To carry out administrative duties relevant to the post, as directed by the Head of the Department of Psychology. 10. To participate as required in the Professional Annual Staff Review process and staff development activities. 11. To engage in reflective processes for quality enhancement and professional development to support teaching and research activities. 12. To carry out any other duties, commensurate with the grade of the post, as directed by the Head of the Department of Psychology after due consultation. 13. To apply the University s Equality and Diversity Policy in the post-holder s own area of responsibility and in his/her general conduct. This job description is current on the date indicated below. t is liable to variation by the Vice Chancellor in order to reflect or anticipate University developments and changes in the post. October 2015

7 LEEDS TRNTY UNVERSTY PERSON SPECFCATON JOB TTLE: DEPARTMENT: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Educational Psychology (1.0fte) Psychology DATE: October 2015 EDUCATON/ QUALFCATONS: ESSENTAL CHARACTERSTC A good honours degree in Psychology (BPS recognised, conferring GBR/C). DESRABLE CHARACTERSTC Membership of, or eligibility for, the Higher Education Academy. Assessed by: Application Form(A) nterview () Presentation (P) References (R) A PhD in a relevant area (or close to completion). BPS Chartered status in relevant area. A EXPERENCE: Experience of teaching Psychology in Higher Education. A,, P, R Evidence of a strong research profile or the potential for developing a strong research profile (commensurate to stage of career). A,, P, R Strong knowledge of a range of research methodologies and data analysis. A,, P Proven track record of achievement in teaching and research. A,, P, R Evidence of a commitment to excellence. A,, P, R

8 Experience of undergraduate research supervision. A, PhD Supervision (or evidence of working towards). Experience of curriculum design at the module level. Experience of working as a Chartered Psychologist. A record of, or potential for, income generation through consultancy. A, A, A, A, KNOWLEDGE, SKLLS, ATTTUDES & ATTRBUTES: Specialist knowledge of a particular Psychology discipline. Ability to teach and assess effectively on undergraduate and post-graduate programmes. Knowledge of Qualitative or Quantitative Research Design and Analysis (including knowledge of SPSS). Energetic and enthusiastic team player. Ability to teach across a range of modules at undergraduate level. Evidence of a commitment to quality enhancement and professional development. Ability to make and maintain effective professional relationships., A, P, R, P A,, P, R A,

9 Ability to play a full role in the administration of the Department. Ability to respond to the needs of students and to supervise students on work placements. KNOWLEDGE, SKLLS, ATTTUDES & ATTRBUTES: Good interpersonal, CT, presentation and communication skills. Ability to cope with pressure and a demanding workload. Ability to promote study and other transferable skills on undergraduate programmes. Ability to handle varied tasks and meet tight deadlines. Willingness to teach on a range of modules and to deliver to small and large groups of students. Willingness to undertake appropriate staff development and training. The ability to support the embedding of employability across the curriculum. Ability to lead on curriculum development and delivery. Potential to contribute to new programme developments/cpd. A,