The lecturer will contribute to undergraduate teaching and related activities on the BA and BA (Hons) Applied Social Studies in Professional Social Care and BA (Hons) Social, Political and Community Studies programmes. The successful candidate will also be expected to supervise some undergraduate dissertations and act as College Practice Tutor for Social Care students on placement.
As a lecturer you will:
- Provide onsite delivery of teaching.
- Teach allocated modules and/or tutorials*
- Implement teaching and learning initiatives.
- Set and correct appropriate assignments and terminal written examination papers for each module within the required timeline.
- Assist with relevant aspects of academic administration at module and programme level.
- Develop and maintain modules’ virtual learning environment (Moodle). Maintain standards required for delivery method (blended, in-person)
*Possible Modules may include (subject to programme needs):
Introduction to Professional Social Care tutorials
Approaches to Working with Children
Research Methods
Practice Placement – College Practice Tutor
Principles, Policy and Professional Social Practice
Introduction to Disability
Health Promotion and Community SCW
The lecturer may be required to undertake additional modules in line with the workload allocation and the business operations of the college
Other responsibilities
- Providing student consultation and feedback in a timely manner
- Act as Academic Advisor
- Moderating research papers, minor theses and supervising research theses
- Working with other members of staff in a collaborative manner
- Promoting interdisciplinary co-operation across their specialised module / programme
- Membership of Boards and Committees as required
- Academic planning at Institutional level
- Contributing to the promotion of the College’s programmes
- Sit on programme and college committees and act as Academic Advisor as required.
- Sit on the Practice Placement Advisory Committee
- Promote and adhere to all policies, procedures and guidelines associated with placements.
- Manage workload in a timely manner, reporting regularly to the Programme Director on same.
- Maintaining knowledge and updating within their areas of expertise
- Undertaking such other cognate tasks as may be assigned by the Head of Academic Delivery and Programmes
Qualifications
- Minimum level 9 qualification in a relevant discipline (required)
- A postgraduate qualification in higher education (desirable).
- Having training and professional CPD qualifications in social care (desirable).
- CORU registration or eligible for registration (required).
Experience:
- Third level teaching experience in Social Care
- Experience in delivering modules via on line platforms
- Application of relevant theory to Social Care practice settings
- Proven knowledge of an array of learning support strategies
- Strong knowledge of the assessment requirements of academic programmes in a higher education context
- Proven experience of record-keeping and report writing
Skills & Competencies
The candidate must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:
- Exhibit an interest and competence in the pedagogical issues relating to the teaching of professional social care and community work to students.
- Be familiar with the CORU regulatory system and the standards of proficiency for social care work.
- Exhibit competence in ICT skills of relevance to teaching, learning, research and related administration at third level.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal, presentation) skills.
- Work accurately and thoroughly, and exhibit the ability to monitor work for quality.
- Collaborate and work effectively with all functions and departments within the College.
- Have demonstrable high level teamwork, interpersonal, organisational and administrative skills.
- Positively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and adhere to policies and procedures.
- This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned based on business operational needs.
- This is a teaching and placement only contract, expectations around research activities may be added beyond the initial year in consultation with the line manager and based on the college requirements and staff interest.
*Please note that as part of Carlow College, St. Patrick’s recruitment policy, all offers of employment are subject to two satisfactory employment reference checks and evidence of qualifications. This role requires that any offers are made subject to the successful applicant undergoing Garda vetting. This role will also require the successful candidate to submit copies of their qualifications.
- Personal data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Notice for Employees.
Application Requirements
Candidates should submit their specifically outlining how their qualifications and experience fits the requirements of the role to hr@carlowcollege.ieClosing date for applications is 11 August 2025.
*Please note that all applicants should answer the following questions/statements when submitting their application.
These answers will be taken into consideration in the shortlisting process:
- Do you hold a Masters Level Degree?
- Do have previous experience of teaching modules or tutoring in a higher education setting?
- Do you have experience in facilitating groups?
- Do you hold a higher qualification in Teaching and Learning (desirable)?
- Do you have at least five years of proven academic experience in the higher education sector in a relevant disciplinary/professional area?
- Carlow College, St Patrick’s is an equal opportunities employer.
Benefits available through the College
· Maternity/Adoptive Leave contribution
· Paternity Leave contribution
· Parental Leave
· 40 days Annual Leave
· College Days
· Sick Leave contribution
· Bereavement and Compassionate Leave
· Study and Exam Leave
· Conferring Leave
· Time Off in Lieu (TOIL)
· Professional Membership Fees
· Educational Assistance
· PRSA Scheme
· Taxsaver
· Bike to Work Scheme
· Microsoft Home User Package (MHUP)
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Flexi-Time (PSS)
· Hybrid Working (subject to role)
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Carlow, CO. Carlow
Application deadline: 11/08/2025
Reference ID: Lecturer