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Hourly Paid Lecturer in English for Academic Purposes
£50.75 per direct teaching hour. This includes 2 or more of the following elements: teaching, preparation and marking of the scheduled programme of work.
A flat rate of £20.72 per direct teaching hour will be paid for completing one of the above elements of the schedule.
The number of hours required and the days of the week may vary.
Please note: This role is primarily campus-based, with teaching expected to take place predominantly on NTU campuses. It is not an online teaching role, although some occasional online activity may be required.
About the Role
This is an opportunity to join our EAP team, within the Nottingham Institute of Languages and Intercultural Communication and contribute to the delivery of high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable academic with experience and expertise in the teaching of English for Academic Purposes.
You will prepare and deliver engaging teaching, develop learning materials, and support student learning through a range of teaching, assessment, and feedback activities. The role includes setting and marking coursework, projects, dissertations, and examinations, providing constructive feedback, and supporting students throughout their academic journey.
As part of a collaborative academic community, you will contribute to programme delivery, attend course and team meetings, and undertake related administrative and pastoral responsibilities. You will be expected to maintain accurate student records and work closely with academic, technical, administrative, and professional services colleagues to ensure an excellent student experience.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to high-quality teaching, student support, and continuous professional development, ensuring their subject knowledge remains current and informed by developments in the discipline.
This is a varied and rewarding role offering the opportunity to make a direct impact on student success while contributing to the continued development of our EAP provision across NTU. The balance of responsibilities will be agreed with the successful candidate and their line manager, reflecting both individual expertise and departmental needs.
For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.
Interview Date: week beginning 30th November 2026
About Us
The School of Social Sciences at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is recognised nationally and internationally for delivering theoretically informed and applied learning, teaching, and research. We foster a culture that values the diversity of all our communities and publicises and celebrates excellence in all we do. The Nottingham Institute of Languages and Intercultural Communications (NILIC) is a diverse, supportive, and collaborative community in which to innovate, explore and create. Our specialities span across a range of subject areas, including Applied Linguistics, English language teaching, foreign language learning, Academic English, and Intercultural Communication.
We maintain a vibrant and inclusive international learning and teaching environment that is grounded in scholarship, research, and professional practice. Our courses are built on the ethos of developing intellectual and practical skills, adding value to students’ employability and providing an outstanding student experience.
For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Martin Seviour (Principal Lecturer EAP) at martin.seviour@ntu.ac.uk.
Join Us
We’ll look after you with ongoing support, good development opportunities and a competitive salary that rewards your contribution. We also offer generous holidays, flexible working options, a pension scheme, great facilities and wide range of savings, discounts and benefits. Find out more about the range of benefits we offer.
We are committed to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion across all areas of our work. We actively promote a culture of respect and belonging and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. For more information please click here - Equality, Diversity and Inclusion | Nottingham Trent University
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Safe and Inclusive
At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. By championing positive wellbeing, we promote an environment where all can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.
Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system however, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. For more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.
Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.
