Learning Demonstrators - FSE

Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life.

Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work-life balance.

The Role : The University employs students) as Learning Demonstrators to worknder clear and supervised direction of module co-ordinators to support peers and contribute to the delivery of high quality, interactive learning experiences at Swansea University. Learning Demonstrators work in a range of learning settings including seminar sessions, examples classes, practical classes in laboratories, computer labs and in the field

The role is rewarding, enabling post holders to broaden and develop their own knowledge and interpersonal skills, and gain experience in learning and teaching support.

The role provides experience in fields beyond your own discipline, and provides a valuable opportunity to develop skills to enhance employability. UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), charitable funders and industry partners, for example, recognise the value of immersive training and professional development opportunities such as this role, undertaken throughout the research degree.

As a Learning Demonstrator, you will be required to develop specialist knowledge in the relevant discipline, have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse student population.

Essential Training : Recognising the integral role Learning Demonstrators play in enhancing the University’s teaching and learning environment and creating a positive student experience, a structured training programme has been designed to support you in your role.

Once appointed, you will be required to complete:

The Initial Induction Programme for students involved in learning and teaching support.

Live (in person or online Learning and teaching skills programme

Specialist training (in person and/or online) within the academic area or Faculty you are working within.

Ongoing CPD throughout the role (face to face or online, which may be Canvas courses)

You will be required to complete relevant initial training before you are permitted to work, and will be required to maintain relevant continuing professional development throughout the role.

UKVI Compliance : To ensure compliance with UK immigration legislation, and the terms of the University’s sponsorship licence, right to work checks apply to all individuals recruited to undertake work for the University, whether this is permanent, full time, part time, casual/temporary or voluntary work. As such, right to work checks will be made by the Human Resources Directorate and verified before you start work.

Swansea University employment regulations for research students : For applicants who are also full-time postgraduate research students there are limits regarding the number of hours you can work. The regulations are available from Academic Services via www.swansea.ac.uk/academic-services/academic-guide/research-admissions-candidature-and-procedures/guide-to-the-employment-of-research-students/

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.

As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.

If you hold a Student Route (Tier 4) visa, the University will remind you of the restrictions of your visa relating to undertaking work (either paid or unpaid), and will require a signed declaration confirming you are aware of these and are not in breach of them for each employment you undertake within the University or elsewhere.

It is your responsibility to ensure you have read and understood the obligations as a Tier 4 visa holder and will comply with them.

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all of its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.

Closing date: 30 th August 2026

Click here to apply online

Zoe Perry – z.perry@swansea.ac.uk