We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Fellow in Education (Leadership) to join Southampton Education School. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, research-informed environment with a strong commitment to educational leadership, innovation, and impact.

The postholder will play a central role in the delivery and development of the MSc Education programme, with a particular focus on leadership-related modules. You will contribute high-quality teaching, support student learning and supervision, and help shape the ongoing development of our postgraduate provision.

You will join a collegial and ambitious School committed to advancing education through research-informed teaching, professional engagement, and innovation in pedagogy.

What you’ll do

You will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching across the MSc Education programme, primarily on educational leadership modules, using a range of approaches including lectures, seminars, and tutorials
• Design, assess, and provide feedback on coursework and examinations, supporting student progression and achievement
• Supervise postgraduate students, offering academic guidance and support for their learning and research
• Contribute to the development, review, and enhancement of leadership-focused curricula, ensuring coherence, innovation, and alignment with current research and practice
• Support the School’s teaching objectives through ongoing evaluation and improvement of learning and teaching
• Contribute to pedagogic scholarship, including dissemination of teaching innovation and practice
• Undertake administrative and coordination responsibilities linked to programme delivery (e.g. admissions, assessment processes, quality assurance)

About you

We are looking for a colleague with expertise in educational leadership and a strong commitment to high-quality teaching.

You will have:

• Substantial knowledge and experience in educational leadership, underpinned by relevant theory and research
• Experience of teaching and/or leading educational leadership provision at postgraduate level
• A strong understanding of education across school, FE, or HE contexts
• A relevant postgraduate qualification (Level 7) and a teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, PGCAP, QTS or equivalent)
• The ability to design and deliver engaging, high-quality teaching and assessment
• Strong communication and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams

 What we offer

• The opportunity to contribute to a highly regarded MSc Education programme with a strong leadership focus
• A supportive academic environment committed to research-informed teaching and innovation
• Opportunities for professional development and pedagogic scholarship
• Access to a vibrant academic community within a leading Russell Group university

About Southampton Education School

Southampton Education School is recognised for its strong research base, commitment to evidence-informed practice, and innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Our MSc Education programme attracts a diverse cohort of professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of education and leadership in a rapidly changing world.

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