Kaplan International
Online Module Lecturer Psychology
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Online Module Lecturer - Psychology
Reference number: JR258370
Location: Remote
Contract Type: Freelance
Salary: Competitive
We are seeking independent freelance contractors with expertise in Psychology and experience in Higher Education to deliver postgraduate online modules for students studying with the University of Liverpool Online. Successful candidates will also receive Honorary Recognised Teacher (Online) status from the University.
In this role, you will support and guide students in a fully online learning environment, helping to deliver an engaging and high-quality academic experience.
There may also be opportunities to contribute to:
- Dissertation supervision
- Module content development
Find out more about our programmes: Online Courses & Programmes | University of Liverpool
Subject Areas
We welcome applications from individuals with public health expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Postgraduate Psychology
- Mental Health Psychology
- Organisational and Business Psychology
- Research Methods and Postgraduate Research Supervision
What we do
At Kaplan Higher Education UK, we are experts in online Higher Education (HE). Working closely with our partner universities, our vision is to become a world leader in online learning, making higher education accessible to anyone with the potential and drive to succeed.
We develop, deliver, support and market, sector-leading online higher education programmes to a global student audience. Our innovative and unique online pedagogy utilises the latest digital learning technologies to provide teaching excellence and a world-class student experience.
We work in collaboration with our university partners to develop engaging, interactive learning materials using the latest digital learning technologies. This approach blends our unique online pedagogy with the research-led subject expertise of our partners.
Role Responsibilities
Module Lecturer
As a freelance module lecturer, you will:
- Deliver online teaching sessions
- Facilitate discussion forums and student engagement
- Hold virtual office hours
- Respond to academic queries and student communications
- Mark and moderate formative and summative assessments
- Provide constructive, high-quality feedback
- Support students in achieving their learning outcome
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Dissertation Advisor (where applicable)
- Supervise and support postgraduate dissertation students
- Advise on research design, methods, analysis, and academic writing
- Support research ethics applications and student progression
- Provide timely, developmental feedback to facilitate successful completion
Requirements
Essential Criteria
- PhD in Psychology
- Experience of teaching at postgraduate level
- Ability to deliver high-quality, inclusive, and engaging learning experiences
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
- Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and student success
- Higher Education teaching qualification and/or Advance HE Fellowship (FHEA/SFHEA/PFHEA) and/or PGCE (or equivalent) or substantial experience of teaching in higher education
For Postgraduate dissertation advisor applicants:
- Experience of supervising, advising, or supporting postgraduate research projects and dissertations
- Ability to guide dissertation design, methodology, data analysis, and academic writing, research ethics and ethical approval processes
- Experience of providing constructive and developmental feedback to support student achievement
- Strong knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative research methods
- Evidence of scholarly activity and/or a developing research profile commensurate with career stage
Experience
- Teaching in Higher Education (e.g. seminars/tutorials)
- Online teaching using platforms such as Zoom or Teams
- Use of virtual learning environments (VLEs)
- Assessment marking and moderation in HE
- Providing constructive, relevant feedback to support student learning
- Assessing ethical approval applications (for postgraduate dissertation supervision only)
Skills
- Ability to deliver engaging online teaching
- Effective communication and explanation skills
- Ability to support and motivate students
- Ability to provide clear, constructive feedback
- Confidence in managing online delivery challenges
- Ability to encourage student participation and interaction
Desirable Criteria
- A record of research, scholarly activity, or industry experience
Eligibility and Requirements
Applicants must be UK residents (typically residing in the UK for at least 183 days per tax year)
We cannot accept applications from candidates on a student visa
You must have:
- A reliable internet connection
- A personal laptop/PC (compatible with MS Edge)
- A smartphone/device for system authentication
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Application Process
To apply, please send an up-to-date CV and provide answers to the application questions by 11pm on 21 September 2026.
Both a CV and answers to the questions are required for us to consider your application. A cover letter is not needed and would not be considered if submitted.
Within your CV, please include details of the following:
- Academic qualifications
- Teaching qualifications / Advance HE status
- Higher Education teaching experience
- Research, scholarly, or industry experience relevant to the pathway applied for
There are two stages to the recruitment process:
- An application stage to assess qualifications and experience
- An interview to discuss skills and experience in learning and teaching activities, within both online and synchronous contexts, and to learn more about the expectations of the role. Interviews are expected to take place w/c the 12th October 2026.
Onboarding Information
Successful candidates will complete a two-week information and training module starting: W/C 26th October 2026
This can be completed flexibly within the two weeks and must be successfully completed before starting any teaching or related activity.
Please note following an unsuccessful application, you are unable to re-apply for this role within a 12-month period
Application Support
If you require support completing your application please email the Recruitment Team kaplanstaff.recruitment@kaplan.com.
Please note following an unsuccessful application, you are unable to re-apply for this role within a 12-month period
Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments
At Kaplan International, we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.
Following the submission of an application, applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.
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