Construction Studies Lecturer

GEDU Global Education; Stalybridge; 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 program

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Job summary

An established educational institution in Stalybridge is seeking a Lecturer in Construction Management to deliver undergraduate modules and support student learning. The role requires flexibility with teaching hours, commitment to student success, and expertise in construction management principles. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's degree and have prior teaching experience. The position offers competitive benefits including annual leave, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous UK HE teaching experience in the wider subject area.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant subject matter.
• Experience supervising student work and providing support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver modules on construction management principles.
• Develop and update course materials.
• Plan, deliver and assess student work.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-working skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant subject

PhD desirable

Job description

Department: Academic/Pearson

Location: Manchester (On Site)

Salary: £51,000 per annum

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

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 covering the principles and practices of construction management, including the legal, environmental and technological context of today’s construction industry.
• Develop comprehensive course materials and continually update them as appropriate.
• Plan, deliver and assess student work, ensuring that all learning outcomes are met.
• Use a variety of learning and teaching methods and materials.
• Engage in staff development activities, peer observations, meetings and other administrative duties.
• Keep up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices.
• Work towards clearly defined objectives for student attendance, continuation, completion, satisfaction and 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.
• Be able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines.
• Have excellent communication, interpersonal and team‑working skills.
• Be able to work with diverse groups of people.

Desirable

• Hold a Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commit 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 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 in consolidating my teaching practices.”

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.