Tutor and Lecturer in Theology (East Midlands)

We are particularly looking for those able to teach across a wide range of disciplines within theology such as Christian Doctrine, Ecclesiology, Historical Theology and/or Biblical Studies.

KEY TASKS 

Teaching & Learning 

• Teaching on undergraduate and postgraduate programmes primarily based at the East Midlands Teaching Center, but also at SMC’s various venues including daytime, evening, teaching weeks and residential sessions.
• Assessing student work through first marking and moderation (allocated on a pro-rata basis).
• Developing and managing course modules as required.
• Engage in supervision of BA and MA dissertations in line with subject specialism.
• Pursue ongoing CPD to ensure drawing from latest pedagogical research.
• Ensure up-to-date with academic specialism through reading, publication, and conference attendance so that teaching is research-led and informed by global voices.
• Contribute to theological confidence through publication, conference participation, and public speaking

Formation 

• Acting as Formation Group Tutor to designated students, including: proactive engagement in the students’ formational development and preparation for ministry, being the first point of contact for academic, formational and pastoral support, leading formation group sessions, and conducting regular 1-1 tutorials. 
  • If a tutor for ordinands, act as point of contact with placement context, including conducting annual placement visits, and writing annual Bishop’s Report.
• Attending College residentials and teaching weeks as required for lecturing and formation.
• Pursue ongoing personal development through engagement in annual reviews.

Please note: Applications close 8am Monday 1st June 2026. The selection process will include two interview stages. The first-stage interview will be held via zoom on Thursday 4th June. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to come for an in-person interview on Friday 12th June at St Mellitus College, 24 Collingham Road, London, SW5 0LX.

St Mellitus College is committed to promoting a safer environment and culture, responding promptly to safeguarding concerns, and offering pastoral care to all those affected. This role is subject to enhanced safeguarding checks, including a DBS Disclosure, satisfactory references, and completion of safeguarding training in line with Church of England requirements. An offer of appointment will be subject to these checks being completed satisfactorily.

Salary

If ordained, salary will be provided according to the Church of England Lichfield scale for theological educators. If non-ordained, the starting salary will be in the region of £40-£45K (pro-rata) depending on experience

Type

Part Time

Application Deadline

1 June 2026

Key Documents

Apply Today

If you are interested in applying for this position, please email recruitment@stmellitus.ac.uk including:

• A full Curriculum Vitae
• A brief letter outlining your reasons for applying for the post, and what you believe you could offer St Mellitus College in the role.