HE Business Course Leader - 0.8 FTE, Permanent

Burton and South Derbyshire College; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a part-time HE Business Course Leader focusing on Sustainable Business. The role involves delivering high-quality teaching and supporting students while emphasizing sustainability. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Business and have strong communication skills. Benefits include generous pension schemes, flexible working policies, and excellent staff training opportunities. Applications close on 6th October.

Benefits

Generous pension schemes for staff

Flexible working policies

Competitive maternity and paternity leave

Free annual eye tests

Access to onsite gym

Staff discounts at campus facilities

Qualifications

• A degree in Business or a related discipline.
• Strong subject knowledge in sustainability and its application in business.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging teaching on Sustainable Business modules.
• Develop learning materials aligned with industry standards.
• Support students through tutorials and feedback.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in sustainability

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Business or related discipline

Job description

HE Business Course Leader - Sustainable Business, Part time, 29.6 hours per week, Salary: £22,059 - £27,958, based on experience and qualifications, Burton-on-Trent, Town Centre Campus

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable HE Business Lecturer to join our Higher Education team at Burton and South Derbyshire College. This is an exciting opportunity to teach across Levels 4, 5, and 6, with a specialist focus on Sustainable Business.

As part of our dynamic HE provision, you will inspire and support students to develop the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in business, with an emphasis on sustainability, ethical practices, and future-focused strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high-quality teaching on Sustainable Business modules at Levels 4-6.
• Develop innovative learning materials and assessments aligned with programme specifications and industry standards.
• Support students through tutorials, feedback, and academic guidance to ensure excellent outcomes.
• Contribute to curriculum development, embedding sustainability and employability skills throughout.
• Engage with quality assurance processes and maintain accurate records in line with College and awarding body requirements.

Essential Criteria

• A degree in Business or a related discipline.
• Strong subject knowledge in sustainability and its application in business contexts.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a commitment to student success.

Desirable Criteria

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd, or equivalent).
• (If you do not currently hold a teaching qualification, we will support you to achieve this as part of the role.)

Burton and South Derbyshire College is an Ofsted outstanding College. We value our employees and have a number of additional benefits to offer the successful applicant, including:

• Generous pension schemes for academic and support staff
• Generous holiday plans
• Salary sacrifice holiday purchase scheme
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working policies
• Competitive maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Excellent staff training programme, including two staff development days per year
• On-site nursery with Good Ofsted rating
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free annual eye tests
• Access to our onsite gym
• Staff discounts at our fine dining restaurant, The Mulberry, our Mulberry Bistro and Innovations Hair and Beauty salon
• Reward and recognition through our Employee of the Month scheme

Burton and South Derbyshire College are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, and you should share those values. We would welcome applications from all candidates, including under-represented groups in respect of age, disability, sex, gender or gender identity, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or transgender status which would reflect our diverse community.

The College is registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service and the successful applicants for this post will be required to apply for the Disclosure at the enhanced level. In addition, internet searches will be undertaken in accordance with the KCSIE guidance. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to a sustainability agenda and are working hard towards achieving a net zero environmental impact. We aim to embed this in our culture with our staff, learners, visitors and suppliers all expected to show dedication towards reducing our carbon footprint.

Please note that the closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Monday 6th October, with the intention to interview on Thursday 16th October.