Construction Studies Lecturer

GEDU Global Education; Barkston Ash; On-site; GBP 45,900 - 56,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing centre

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK seeks a Construction Studies Lecturer to plan and assess student work effectively. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree, possess extensive knowledge of their subject, and have previous lecturing experience. Responsibilities include developing course materials and engaging in staff development. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, a pension scheme, and tuition reimbursement. The position offers flexibility across weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area.
• Experience supervising student work and providing support.
• Ability to maintain accurate student records.

Responsibilities

• Planning, delivering and assessing student work.
• Developing and improving course materials.
• Engaging in staff development activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-working skills

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to plan and prioritize

Knowledge of subject matter

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant subject area

PhD (desirable)

Job description

Construction Studies Lecturer

Construction Studies Lecturer at GEDU Global Education

Department: Academic/Bath Spa University partnership (BSU)
Location: Leeds (On‑Site)
Salary: £51,000
Contract: Full‑time, Permanent (40 hrs per week)
Vision: Changing lives through education.

No visa sponsorship is available for this role.

Flexible teaching schedule across weekdays, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of planning, delivering and assessing student work, ensuring learning outcomes are met.
• Developing, updating and improving course materials.
• Using a variety of learning and teaching methods.
• Actively engaging in staff development activities, peer observations, meetings and other administrative duties.
• Keeping up to date with the latest developments in the field and student support practices.
• Working towards clearly defined objectives for student attendance, continuation, completion, satisfaction and progression.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable).
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant subject matter.
• Experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback.
• Experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records.
• Ability to work under pressure, plan and prioritise workload to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team‑working skills.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people.

Desirable

• Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent).
• Experience in design/development of academic or professional education programmes or equivalent.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays.
• 1 additional day leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses.
• Flexible benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech scheme and more.
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and more.
• Reward and recognition programme.
• £500 award employee referral scheme.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus.

GBS has greatly supported my professional development by offering me a chance to teach diverse, non‑traditional students and by sponsoring my FHEA application, which has been invaluable.

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.