Area
Classics & Archaeology
Location
University Park
Salary
£31,637 per annum pro rata.
Closing Date
Thursday 18 September 2025
Reference
ARTS229425
INTERNAL VACANCY
This vacancy is open to PGR students who lead or second supervisor is based in the Department of Classics of Archaeology only.
The Department of Classics and Archaeology is looking for a Post-graduate Teaching Assistant (PGTA) for the academic year 2025-2026. Please note, we can only accept applicants whose supervisors (i.e., lead or second) are based in the Department of Classics and Archaeology.
The purpose of the role is to support teaching and learning in our modules, working with the academic module convenor(s) through the delivery of small group teaching for students taking CLAR1020 – Understanding the Past II, in Semester 2, contract to start mid-January.
This is a Part-Time, FTC position funded until 19-Jun-2026 .
Workload details:
- Assisting with 12 3-hour fieldwork practicals
- Marking 30 1,500-word essays
- Marking 30 portfolios (equivalent to 3,000-words)
- 10 office hours
Practical dates are still to be confirmed with timetabling.
Before applying, please ensure you have passed your first progression review and are in good standing on your PhD, including having your supervisor's approval to apply.
Evidence of this must be attached to your application as ‘Requested Documentation’ from your doctorial supervisor.
If you have previously completed Preparing to Teach in Higher Education training, or the new Discovering Teaching Pathway training,
evidence of this should be attached to your application as ‘Requested Documentation’. The Discovering Teaching Pathway training can be undertaken post appointment if necessary and you will be paid for the time taken to complete this. Upcoming dates can be found here .
If you are interested in this position, please click 'apply now'. A CV and cover letter should also be attached to your application.
This core teaching in the 2025-2026 academic session will be delivered face-to-face in the field at Wollaton Park. PGTAs are expected to be able to commit to be present on the University Park campus during the terms for which teaching is allocated.
The Department of Classics and Archaeology values equality, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to offering equal treatment and opportunities to our workforce and student body. We welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in the sector and at the University of Nottingham, including, but not exclusive to, women, disabled and neurodiverse people, LGBTQ+ people and people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Hannah O’Regan, Head of Department, email:
[email protected] or Matt Myers, Department Director of PGR, email:
[email protected]. Please note that applications sent directly to these email addresses will not be accepted.
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