Psychology Lecturer

Psychology Lecturer

Department: Faculty - Psychology

Location: Sunderland Campus Position Type: Permanent - ON SITEHours: 37.5 hours per week Working Pattern: Working hours may vary based on academic and teaching requirements Reports To: Course DirectorAbout UK Management CollegeUK Management College is a growing higher education provider delivering career‑focused and industry‑aligned programmes.

We work closely with awarding bodies, academic partners, and professional organisations to ensure our courses are rigorous, inclusive, and aligned with current academic and professional standards.Our psychology provision is designed to support student progression, ethical practice, and research‑informed learning across foundation and undergraduate levels.The RoleWe are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer in Psychology to join our academic team. You will contribute to high‑quality teaching and learning across foundation year and undergraduate programmes, supporting students to develop strong theoretical understanding, research skills, and ethical awareness within the discipline of psychology.This role offers an opportunity to teach across core and applied psychological areas, contribute to curriculum development, and support student research and academic progression within a quality‑assured higher education environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver high‑quality teaching across Foundation Year and undergraduate levels in core and applied areas of psychologyDesign and deliver engaging lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions using blended and student‑centred approachesDevelop and maintain up‑to‑date teaching materials on the Virtual Learning Environment, informed by current research and evidence‑based practiceFacilitate active learning through case studies, group activities, laboratory work, and real‑world application of psychological theoryDesign, set, assess, and moderate a range of assessment types in line with module and programme requirementsProvide timely, fair, and constructive feedback to support student learning and developmentParticipate in internal moderation, standardisation, and external examiner processes to ensure academic standardsSupervise undergraduate research projects and dissertations, supporting methodology, analysis, and academic writingPromote ethical practice in teaching and research, ensuring alignment with professional standardsMonitor and support student engagement, attendance, progression, and achievementContribute to module leadership, curriculum development, and programme review activitiesParticipate in assessment boards, academic committees, and quality assurance processesWork collaboratively with awarding body partners to meet academic and partnership requirementsEngage in ongoing professional and scholarly development to support research‑informed teachingAbout YouEssentialPostgraduate qualification in Psychology (Master’s minimum)First degree in Psychology or a closely related subjectSubject expertise in one or more core areas such as biological, cognitive, social, developmental psychology, or research methodsExperience teaching in higher education at undergraduate levelExperience designing, assessing, and moderating academic assessmentsAbility to supervise undergraduate research projects and dissertationsUnderstanding of ethical principles in psychological research and practiceExperience supporting student engagement and progression within diverse cohortsStrong communication, organisational, and academic skillsCommitment to continuous professional development and maintaining up‑to‑date subject knowledgeDesirableDoctoral‑level qualification in a relevant psychological disciplineEvidence of engagement in research, scholarship, or professional psychological practiceExperience working within quality assurance frameworks and external examiner processesAwareness of professional body requirements such as the British Psychological Society (BPS)Experience working within an awarding body partnership modelBenefitsCompetitive salary28 days annual leave plus bank holidaysCompany pension schemeClear academic career progression pathwaysCollaborative and inclusive academic cultureOngoing professional development and teaching trainingPrivate medical insuranceEmployee discount schemesFree on‑site parkingOn‑site canteen facilitiesExcellent transport linksHow to ApplyIf you are passionate about psychology education and supporting students to develop critical, ethical, and research‑informed perspectives, we would love to hear from you.Apply now and join UK Management College in shaping the next generation of psychology graduates.