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College of Social Sciences

School of Social & Political Sciences

Tutor in Urban Studies and Social Policy

Vacancy Ref: 185173

Salary: Grade 6, £33,951 - £37,694 per annum

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and fixed term until 31st August 2026, with an anticipated start date of 5th January 2026.

In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by undertaking a range of teaching, assessment and administrative duties, particularly in relation to the undergraduate Social and Public Policy programme and the Masters programmes in Public Policy & Management; City Planning; Real Estate; Urban Analytics; Urban Transport; and Housing, as requested by the Head of Urban Studies and Social Policy, in order to contribute to learning and teaching objectives in the School of Social and Political Sciences.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Charlotte Pearson (Charlotte.Pearson@glasgow.ac.uk).

Visit our website for further information on the University of Glasgow’s, School of Social and Political Sciences, please visit  https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/socialpolitical/

Job Purpose

To contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by undertaking a range of teaching, assessment, and administrative duties, particularly in relation to the undergraduate Social and Public Policy programme and the Masters programmes in Public Policy & Management; City Planning; Real Estate; Urban Analytics; Urban Transport; and Housing, as requested by the Head of Urban Studies and Social Policy, in order to contribute to learning and teaching objectives in the School of Social and Political Sciences.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Contribute to the planning, organisation, and delivery of teaching.

2. Deliver a range of teaching and assessment activities directed towards the delivery of subjects.

3. Participate in a range of course administration duties, within required timescales, including effective communication of information, marking, assessment and timeous constructive feedback.

4. Assist with the development of appropriate teaching materials ensuring content and methods of delivery meet determined learning objectives.

5. Contribute to the effective use of learning technologies to support and enhance course delivery, course organisation, feedback and assessment. This may involve blended and/or online provision including the use of Moodle and other ICT materials.

6. Apply specialist knowledge to teaching that best meet the needs of individuals and groups of learners, ensuring an inclusive and evidence-based approach that promotes student participation and learning outcome attainment.

7. Participate in the full assessment process using a variety of methods and techniques, including oral assessment, and provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students that supports their learning.

8. Assist with the supervision of student projects, dissertations, and any practical work, advising on skills, methods and techniques to assist the transfer of knowledge, and respond appropriately to the diverse range of learner support/ needs.

9. Facilitate student engagement and pastoral support and contribute towards a positive student experience

10. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate, including PgCap.

11. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School.

12. To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, World Changers Together.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:

A1 SCQF Level 10 [Honours degree] in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent.

A2 Professional teaching qualification or working towards one.

A3 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of one or several of the following: social and public policy; public management; urban policy; city planning; real estate; housing; urban transport; urban analytics; qualitative and/or quantitative methods.

Desirable:

B1 PhD in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or working towards one.

Skills

Essential:

C1 Excellent communication skills both oral and written.

C2 Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

C3 Ability to accept collegiate responsibilities and act accordingly.

Experience

Essential:

E1 1-2 years relevant experience of teaching.

Desirable:

F1 Relevant administrative experience [e.g. student support, course administration etc.].

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 6, £33,951 - £37,694 per annum.

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and fixed term until 31st August 2026, with an anticipated start date of 5th January 2026.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University  https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

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