Construction Studies Lecturer

GEDU Services; Cradley Heath; On-site; GBP 45,900 - 56,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Benefits

Reward and recognition programme

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK seeks a Lecturer in Construction Management to teach undergraduate levels and engage with students in a vibrant academic environment. The role involves planning and delivering courses, assessing student work, and contributing to curriculum development. Candidates should have a Master’s degree, relevant teaching experience, and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including a pension scheme and annual leave.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable).
• Have previous UK HE teaching experience in the wider subject area.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of relevant subject matter.
• Have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team-working skills

Ability to prioritize workload

Supervising student work

Education

Master's degree in a relevant subject area

PhD (desirable)

Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice (desirable)

Job description

Department: Academic/Pearson

Location: Birmingham (On‑Site)

Salary: £51,000

Type of Contract: Full‑Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)

The role: We are currently seeking Lecturers to teach across a range of undergraduate levels as part of our HND Construction Management programme. Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends. Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What you'll be doing

As a Lecturer in Construction Management at Global Banking School, you will deliver modules related to the principles and practices of construction management, including the legal, environmental and technological context of today’s construction industry.

Responsibilities

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

About You

• Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable).
• Have previous UK HE teaching experience in the wider subject area.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of relevant subject matter.
• Have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback.
• Have experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records.
• Can work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines.
• Have excellent communication, interpersonal and team‑working skills.
• Can work with diverse groups of people.

Desirable

• Hold a Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent).
• Have experience of design / development of academic or professional education programmes or equivalent.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays.
• 1‑day extra 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 much more.
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more.
• Reward and recognition programme.
• £500 award employee referral scheme.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus.

Testimonial

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 in consolidating my teaching practices. — John Traichaisit, Consultant Lecturer

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.