Arden University
Lecturer in Foundation Degree (Health and Care Management)
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Lecturer in Foundation Degree (Health and Care Management)
Lecturer in Health & Care FdSc (Foundation Degrees – Academic Persistence)
Essential Details
- Salary: £42,663–£49,399 per annum (including +£4,000 London weighting, if applicable)
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Hours per Week: 37
- Location: Requires 3–4 days per week on the London Stratford campus, with 1 flexible day working from home (campus presence may increase to 5 days depending on teaching and meetings). Hybrid working is non-contractual and may vary.
- Reports To: Senior Lecturer/Programme Leader
- Department: Foundation Degrees – Centre for Academic Persistence
About Arden University
Arden University is a multi-award-winning institution focused on innovation and digital education. Its mission is to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners, ensuring global accessibility to higher education.
Key Expansion Areas:
- New disciplines & worldwide partnerships
- Growth in campuses
About the Department
The Department of Foundation Degrees delivers vocational and work-based learning programmes, designed for widening participation and disadvantaged student groups. Programmes include:
- Foundation Year routes & CertHE support
- "On Track" progression & resit assistance
- University-wide orientation events
-Established in 2024, the Centre for Academic Persistence ensures student success, inclusivity, and social mobility.
About the Role
We seek a Lecturer in Health & Care FdSc to join the newly established Department of Foundation Degrees, supporting the delivery of the Health & Care FdSc programme across campuses.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Teaching & Lecturing (face-to-face & blended/online for 16–20 hours/week)
- Module development (with opportunities for Module Leadership)
- Student engagement & risk mitigation through:
- Assessment support (1-1s, group tutorials, feedback sessions)
- Resit & academic progression clinics
- At-risk student tracking (phone calls, virtual/face-to-face tutorials)
- Academic support & programme innovation:
- Collaborating on programme refreshes/creations in line with industry trends
- Developing interactive teaching materials (videos, podcasts, VLE activities)
- Leading student orientation weeks
- Assessment oversight: Marking, creating authentic assessments, and ensuring high-quality feedback
Key Areas of Focus (Subject Experience Required)
Level 4 Modules:
- Collaborative Cultures in Health and Social Care
- Entrepreneurship and Health Innovation
- Sustainable Business Practice in Health and Care
Level 5 Modules:
- Concepts of Compassionate Leadership
- Evidence-Based Practice in Multidisciplinary Working
- Financial and Digital Health Development
- Applied Work-Based Learning for Health and Social Care
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Master’s degree (or equivalent professional qualification) in:
- Health, Health & Care Management, or Health and Social Care-related fields
- Teaching qualification recognised within Higher Education (or commitment to achieve FHEA/SFHEA Fellowship within 12 months)
- Strong Commitment to CPD, demonstrating practical teaching enhancement
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Why Join Arden?
Competitive Benefits:
- 30 days holiday + bank holidays (plus two-week Christmas closure)
- Aviva pension ( employer contribution from 7%)
- SimplyHealth (private medical insurance options)
- Perkbox benefits
- Free Arden University course access (for staff + discounted family/friend enrolment)
- Unique ‘Golden Ticket’ (offer a free Arden education to someone else)
Company Values:
- Stand Out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness
Application Notes
- Closing Date: 7th July (may close earlier with sufficient applications)
- Equity, Diversity & Inclusion:
- Arden is a Disability Confident Employer—disability disclosures will be considered for guaranteed interviews if essential criteria are met.
- No discrimination based on age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or nationality.
- Immigration Notice:
- Skilled Worker visa sponsorship may not apply to this role. Alternative visa routes are considered.
Current Students: Exercise for conflict-of-interest reasons.
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