Lecturer in English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Overview

Bath Spa U Ltd is hiring a Lecturer in English for Academic Purposes to join the English Language Unit within the Academics department. The position involves delivering high-quality English language teaching, supporting curriculum development, contributing to English language assessment, and engaging in quality assurance. The role is based on-site in Birmingham and at the London Canary Wharf campus, and travel between teaching sites is required.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold a recognised undergraduate degree or an equivalent qualification along with a DELTA, DipTESOL, or a closely related qualification in English language teaching. Candidates are also required to have a minimum of two years of higher education EAP teaching experience and prior experience in assessing English language proficiency. A Master's degree in Applied Linguistics, TESOL, or a closely related discipline, as well as a Fellowship of Advance HE or PGCHE or a willingness to complete one, and experience in developing English language assessments or working collaboratively with academic departments, are considered desirable.

What you get

The position offers a full-time, permanent employment contract with a salary ranging from £38,784 to £43,500 per annum.

Requirements

The appointed lecturer will be responsible for planning and delivering student-centred EAP and English language teaching across in-sessional programmes, providing individual and small-group tutorials, and assessing students through formative and summative methods. Responsibilities also include contributing to the design and validation of test materials, participating in marking, moderation, and standardisation activities, supporting curriculum development, working collaboratively with academic schools and professional services, and completing administrative duties while engaging in continuing professional development.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-12-06.