Assistant Professor Clinical Legal Education
| Posting date: | 16 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £48,149 to £55,755 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 July 2025 |
| Location: | Bradford, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Bradford |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HR0183489-1 |
Summary
Faculty
This is an exciting time to join the School of Law at the University of Bradford. We are a modern and progressive Law School invested in developing the lawyers of the future. The School of Law is a dynamic, friendly and supportive place to work, with a diverse staff and student population. The school is currently going through a period of tremendous growth following the implementation of a positive development agenda over the past few years that has seen increase in student numbers, positive NSS outcomes and a year on year rise in various rankings. Our high standard of teaching is underpinned by rigorous and innovative research which is policy-oriented and promotes social justice. We are proud to have a broad range of partners who provide real-world experience, and commercial awareness that enables our students to excel in a competitive environment and make a positive impact in the modern workplace
Safeguarding
The University of Bradford is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and Adults at Risk through robust safer recruitment practices.
What you will be doing:
Contribute towards the continuing development of the law clinic and deliver innovative and high quality clinical legal education to our students
Deliver 1-2-1 student coaching / mentoring for SQE students
Proactively communicate with and reach out to SQE students to foster high levels of student engagement and exam success
Assist in the creation of student messaging to encourage high levels of student engagement
Qualifications/Experience:
LLB degree or equivalent (if obtained outside the UK)
Qualified to practice as a barrister or Solicitor (with advocacy experience) in the UK
Possess a current practice certificate
Minimum of 5-years’ experience in civil law practice following the completion of pupillage or training contract OR an experienced academic with a proven experience in running law clinics and have retained their practicing certificate
In Return we Offer:
25 days holiday and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas).
Family-friendly policies
Great campus facilities including:
Unique fitness centre
Eye clinic
Physiotherapy & sports rehabilitation,
Counselling & mental health services
Food & drink outlets
Generous employer contribution pension schemes – Local Government Pension Scheme.
Generous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts
Find more information about the many other benefits, including salary sacrifice schemes and campus nursery
Celebrating Diversity – The University of Bradford
At the University of Bradford, we recognise and embrace people that work in diverse ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.
Additional Information:
Further information about the School of Law is available at: https://www.bradford.ac.uk/law/
Further institutional details around the Curriculum Framework at the University of Bradford can be found at:
https://unibradfordac.sharepoint.com/sites/academic-quality-and-enhancement-intranet/SitePages/Curriculum%20Framework.aspx
For informal enquiries about the above position, please contact Professor Engobo Emeseh, Head of the School of Law at e.emeseh@bradford.ac.uk
This is an exciting time to join the School of Law at the University of Bradford. We are a modern and progressive Law School invested in developing the lawyers of the future. The School of Law is a dynamic, friendly and supportive place to work, with a diverse staff and student population. The school is currently going through a period of tremendous growth following the implementation of a positive development agenda over the past few years that has seen increase in student numbers, positive NSS outcomes and a year on year rise in various rankings. Our high standard of teaching is underpinned by rigorous and innovative research which is policy-oriented and promotes social justice. We are proud to have a broad range of partners who provide real-world experience, and commercial awareness that enables our students to excel in a competitive environment and make a positive impact in the modern workplace
Safeguarding
The University of Bradford is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and Adults at Risk through robust safer recruitment practices.
What you will be doing:
Contribute towards the continuing development of the law clinic and deliver innovative and high quality clinical legal education to our students
Deliver 1-2-1 student coaching / mentoring for SQE students
Proactively communicate with and reach out to SQE students to foster high levels of student engagement and exam success
Assist in the creation of student messaging to encourage high levels of student engagement
Qualifications/Experience:
LLB degree or equivalent (if obtained outside the UK)
Qualified to practice as a barrister or Solicitor (with advocacy experience) in the UK
Possess a current practice certificate
Minimum of 5-years’ experience in civil law practice following the completion of pupillage or training contract OR an experienced academic with a proven experience in running law clinics and have retained their practicing certificate
In Return we Offer:
25 days holiday and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas).
Family-friendly policies
Great campus facilities including:
Unique fitness centre
Eye clinic
Physiotherapy & sports rehabilitation,
Counselling & mental health services
Food & drink outlets
Generous employer contribution pension schemes – Local Government Pension Scheme.
Generous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts
Find more information about the many other benefits, including salary sacrifice schemes and campus nursery
Celebrating Diversity – The University of Bradford
At the University of Bradford, we recognise and embrace people that work in diverse ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.
Additional Information:
Further information about the School of Law is available at: https://www.bradford.ac.uk/law/
Further institutional details around the Curriculum Framework at the University of Bradford can be found at:
https://unibradfordac.sharepoint.com/sites/academic-quality-and-enhancement-intranet/SitePages/Curriculum%20Framework.aspx
For informal enquiries about the above position, please contact Professor Engobo Emeseh, Head of the School of Law at e.emeseh@bradford.ac.uk