Lecturer in Creative Writing (50052616)
London, UK (Hybrid)
Posted 2 months ago
Job Description
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School of Humanities
Departments is a required fieldPermanent£14,319.60- £15,860.10 per annum (Incl. LWA)
- About The Post
- This post is part-time and permanent, 10.5 working hours per week. The salary stated above is the pro-rata amount, the full time salary would be £47,732 - £52,867 per annum (incl. LWA).
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving Creative Writing provision at a university committed to inclusive teaching, student success, and public engagement. Based in the heart of London, you will join a vibrant academic community and help deliver an intellectually ambitious curriculum that inspires students to develop as imaginative, critically engaged, and confident writers. Working alongside colleagues with expertise across poetry, drama, publishing, and the creative industries, you will contribute to an inclusive learning environment that values experimentation, collaboration, and authentic engagement with London's rich cultural landscape.
You will contribute to teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate Creative and Professional Writing programmes, designing and delivering engaging, research-informed teaching and assessment. We are particularly interested in candidates with a specialism in prose and/or novel writing, as the role will involve contributing to UG fiction modules and supervising final year fiction projects (ranging across a variety of genres, including fantasy, literary, young adult popular, and possibly including digital storytelling and game writing).
The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to inclusive pedagogy, decolonisation, and enhancing the student experience, alongside the ability to foster critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and confident participation in literary debate. You will contribute to curriculum development, student support, and wider academic life within the School.
You will hold a degree and postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline and have experience of successful teaching and scholarship in Creative Writing or a related field. A teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain one) and HEA Fellowship, or willingness to work towards this, are expected.
At Westminster, diversity is one of our greatest strengths. We are committed to creating a stimulating, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where staff and students can thrive. If you are passionate about literature, innovative teaching, and widening participation in higher education, we would love to hear from you.
- About You
- Additional Information
- At the University of Westminster, diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity are at the core of how we engage with students, colleagues, applicants, visitors and all our stakeholders.
The University has adopted Smart Working principles to support and further our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion aims of being an inclusive, collaborative and flexible employer. Further details of Smart Working can be discussed at interview stage.
Closing date: 11.59pm on 24 August 2026
Interviews likely to be held on: 08/09 September 2026
Administrative contact: Recruitment@westminster.ac.uk
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Westminster School of Media and Communication
The School of Media and Communication at the University of Westminster is a pioneering institution in the field of media education, having introduced the first media degree in the UK in 1975. Located in the heart of London, the UK's media capital, the school offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs that equip students with the skills necessary to succeed in diverse media-related careers, including journalism, public relations, advertising, and broadcast management.The school is home to the Communication and Media Research Institute (CAMRI), a world-leading centre renowned for its critical and international research in media and communication. CAMRI's research focuses on key areas such as communication technology, cultural identities, global media, and policy and political economy, contributing to progressive social change and informed policy-making.With strong industry connections and a vibrant academic environment, the School of Media and Communication at Westminster provides students with a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Its programs are designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and effective communication, preparing graduates for careers in the creative industries, public sector, and beyond.
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Lecturer in Creative Writing (50052616)
Westminster School of Media and Communication · London, UK · Hybrid
