Employer: Aston University
Job Title: Teaching Associate
Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Salary: £38,784 – £46,049 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 23:59 GMT on Thursday, 20 November 2025
About Aston University
Aston University’s 2030 Strategy is built around being Inclusive, Entrepreneurial, and Transformational. The institution is developing a new model of higher education for a changing world, with a vision to become a leading university of science, technology, and enterprise — measured by the positive impact it delivers for people, students, businesses, and the communities it serves.
Role Overview
The Teaching Associate position is based within the Aston Foundation Centre, part of the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and creative team that values mutual support and academic excellence.
The role involves contributing to, developing, and enhancing teaching and scholarship activities within the Aston Foundation Centre, both independently and as part of the wider team.
Key Responsibilities
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Teach and support key modules within the department, with potential for collaboration across undergraduate programmes in the College.
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Focus on teaching in areas related to engineering science, mathematics, and project-based learning.
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Contribute to departmental citizenship activities, including acting as a Health & Safety Coordinator and serving as a personal tutor for students.
Candidate Requirements
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A degree in a STEM discipline is essential.
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Proven experience in teaching and assessing students, with clear evidence of positive impact on student learning.
Additional Information
For informal enquiries about this role, candidates can contact Rebecca Broadbent, Senior Teaching Fellow, via email at r.broadbent@aston.ac.uk.
This position may qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Aston University will assess sponsorship eligibility at the shortlisting stage. Individual eligibility cannot be confirmed before that point.
Further details on Skilled Worker visa eligibility can be found at:
https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Aston University is an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The university promotes equality, diversity, and inclusivity across all aspects of its work, ensuring colleagues feel confident and free to be themselves in the workplace.
More information about inclusive policies can be found here:
https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston
The university celebrates and protects freedom of speech and academic freedom within the law. No offer of employment will ever be denied based on lawful expression of beliefs, ideas, or opinions.
Flexible Working
Aston University recognises the value of flexible working. Interested applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiting manager to discuss available options for this role.
Accessibility Support
If job details or application materials are required in an alternative format, applicants can contact the recruitment team via recruitment@aston.ac.uk.
How to Apply:
If you’re interested in this role, visit the official website for more information — click here to apply now.
