Authoring in Housing Regulation

at  University of Derby

JOB DETAILS

Responsible to
Senior Lecturer in Environment (Online)
Location
Remote
Closing date
Monday 2 December 2024
Salary
£2,658.61 per module upon completion
Job grade
Atypical (Academic)
Reference
0497-24
Contract type
Fixed term contract 12 months
Post type
Hourly paid
Adaptive working type
Remote
This role will predominantly be undertaken remotely, with occasional in-person attendance required to meet business needs or for training and other necessary onsite activities.
Please note: applicants already contracted to full-time positions within the University are not permitted to undertake additional contracted hours due to the weekly working time directive.
About the University
We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better.
The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.
We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes.
Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.
About the College/Department
Our College of Science and Engineering is made up of the School of Science, School of Computing, School of Sport and Exercise Science, and School of Engineering. We are the University’s STEM College, in a city with a strong STEM heritage that hosts some of the world’s leading STEM companies, and in a region with STEM at the centre of its economic growth plan.
About the role
You are invited for the following authoring opportunity within the discipline of environmental sciences, the authoring will commence in February 2025.

Module(s) which require Authoring:

• 5EV511 - Principles of Housing Construction and Surveying (100%)
• 5EV512 - Housing Tenure and Role of Local Authorities (100%)
• 5EV513 - Housing Law and Enforcement (100%)

You will be responsible for writing and developing self-study academic content and materials for learners studying online. Authors will be expected to be academically competent to create learning materials and activities at the appropriate level and methods. It is also desirable to have professional experience in industry. You will be expected to work closely with colleagues in the University of Derby Online Learning (UDOL) to ensure high quality content, materials and learning experience for all learners. Your authoring will be supported and co-ordinated by the UDOL content team and the Academic Lead, who will review as your work progresses. We are able to offer assistance with technology enhancement features and graphic design.
This is an excellent opportunity for you to contribute to the ongoing development of our curriculum. Successful authors will be paid upon completion £2658.61 per module.

5EV513 HOUSING LAW AND ENFORCEMENT

High Level Plan due 22 December 2025
Unit 1-3 due 2 February 2026 (including Reading List)
Units 4-6 due 2 March 2026 (including Assessment Brief)
Units 7-10 due 30 March 2026
Please find attached the relevant module specification.
Please note: unfortunately, applicants already contracted to full-time or part time work within the University will not be shortlisted for this opportunity due to weekly working time directive.
About You
We are looking for a qualified professional with a diploma or degree in Environmental Health, Housing, or a related field—or equivalent professional experience. Membership with a relevant professional body, such as CIH or CIEH, is essential.
The ideal candidate will have experience developing and authoring university-level content or materials, along with practical expertise in housing regulation or tenancy management.
If you are passionate about housing education and regulatory practice, we encourage you to apply!

Principal accountabilities

• To author and develop online content and materials in accordance with the scope of work set out within the Schedule of Work and in line with the University of Derby Online Learning Academic Framework.
• To utilise appropriate teaching, learning and support techniques to create an academically challenging environment that supports learners in their development.
• To develop content which creates a supportive learning environment and promotes engagement in a ‘community of practice’ within the learner group.
• To undertake appropriate research that ensures learning materials utilise a variety of sources whilst utilising appropriate referencing systems to maintain academic standards.
• To write structured and engaging content in an active tone making best use of appropriate multi-media elements.
• To peer-review other authored content and to give feedback as part of the quality framework.
• To have up to date subject knowledge within relevant discipline.
• To develop content in accordance with the module requirements and the University’s assessment regulations.
• To work closely with both the Senior Online Tutor and Project Manager identified in the Schedule of Work, providing the Project Manager with bi-weekly updates on the progress of the development of the online content.
• To contribute to The University’s Quality Assurance and Quality Enhancement process by reviewing module content and delivery mechanisms in order to contribute to the continuous development of the module.
• To participate in an induction programme and engage with staff development and other professional development opportunities as required.
• To refer specific queries and concerns to the Project Manager in a timely manner.
• To adhere to University systems and procedures and ensure that you have a working knowledge of the University’s academic regulations.
• To undertake any other reasonable duty commensurate with the level of responsibility of the post.

Person specification

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or degree in Environmental Health or a housing related subject, or have equivalent professional experience
• Membership of a relevant professional body for example CIH or CIEH

EXPERIENCE

• Experience of developing/writing/authoring content or material for modules at university level
• Experience in the field of housing regulation or tenancy management

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of recent and current development and experience of contemporary issues within the subject area at the appropriate level
• Knowledge and understanding of key theories in relation to the relevant subject area and their application in practice

BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS

• Availability to undertake this work

Benefits

• Annual leave accrual
• Teacher’s Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Discounted access to Devonshire Spa
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

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Key contact
For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Bruce Birkett, Senior Lecturer in Environment (Online) via b.birket@derby.ac.uk
For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk.
Seize the opportunity to shape the future, apply now

5EV512 HOUSING TENURE AND THE ROLE OF LOCAL HOUSING AUTHORITIES

High Level Plan due 25 August 2025
Unit 1-3 due 29 September 2025 (including Reading List)
Units 4-6 due 27 October 2025 (including Assessment Brief)
Units 7-10 due 24 November 2025

Principal accountabilities

• To author and develop online content and materials in accordance with the scope of work set out within the Schedule of Work and in line with the University of Derby Online Learning Academic Framework.
• To utilise appropriate teaching, learning and support techniques to create an academically challenging environment that supports learners in their development.
• To develop content which creates a supportive learning environment and promotes engagement in a ‘community of practice’ within the learner group.
• To undertake appropriate research that ensures learning materials utilise a variety of sources whilst utilising appropriate referencing systems to maintain academic standards.
• To write structured and engaging content in an active tone making best use of appropriate multi-media elements.
• To peer-review other authored content and to give feedback as part of the quality framework.
• To have up to date subject knowledge within relevant discipline.
• To develop content in accordance with the module requirements and the University’s assessment regulations.
• To work closely with both the Senior Online Tutor and Project Manager identified in the Schedule of Work, providing the Project Manager with bi-weekly updates on the progress of the development of the online content.
• To contribute to The University’s Quality Assurance and Quality Enhancement process by reviewing module content and delivery mechanisms in order to contribute to the continuous development of the module.
• To participate in an induction programme and engage with staff development and other professional development opportunities as required.
• To refer specific queries and concerns to the Project Manager in a timely manner.
• To adhere to University systems and procedures and ensure that you have a working knowledge of the University’s academic regulations.
• To undertake any other reasonable duty commensurate with the level of responsibility of the post