Lecturer EAP & Business, Sessional Southampton

QA Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Southampton is seeking a Lecturer in EAP & Business. The role involves delivering high-quality teaching to international students and designing effective learning materials. Candidates should have a Master's degree in a relevant field and a recognized teaching qualification. This position provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative workplace with flexible teaching hours.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering face-to-face EAP teaching to international students.
• Ability to assess students using varied methods within appropriate timeframes.
• Experience in creating engaging learning materials.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging EAP and Business modules.
• Ensure teaching content aligns with programme learning outcomes.
• Provide academic guidance and pastoral support to students.

Skills

Face-to-face teaching

Assessment methods

EAP subject matter knowledge

Digital learning platforms

Education

Master’s degree in relevant subject

Recognized teaching qualification

Job description

About The Role

Lecturer in EAP (English for Academic Purposes) & Business
QA Higher Education Sessional Contract

Location: Solent University Campus, Southampton
Hours: Up to 18 hours per week (Monday–Thursday), January – April (potential extension into summer term)
Rate: £50 per hour
Mode: Face‑to‑face, daytime teaching

About the Role

Join QAHE Solent Pathway College and support international students as they progress through their foundation and first‑year pathway studies in Academic English and Business. You’ll deliver high‑quality teaching, design effective learning materials, and guide students in developing the academic and subject‑specific skills they need for success in UK higher education. This is a rewarding opportunity for educators who value meaningful student interaction, collaborative teaching, and the chance to influence learner progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging EAP and Business modules across a range of programmes at Levels 3 and 4.
• Ensure all teaching content aligns with module expectations and programme learning outcomes.
• Assess student work to appropriate academic benchmarks within agreed timeframes.
• Support Programme and Module Leaders by contributing to assessment criteria, methods, and continuous curriculum enhancement.
• Liaise with QAHE Internal Moderators/second markers to ensure moderation deadlines and quality assurance standards are met.
• Innovate and improve teaching approaches, introducing new ideas that strengthen student engagement and learning impact.
• Provide academic guidance, pastoral support, and structured tutorship for individuals and groups.
• Complete administrative responsibilities such as attendance, assessment records, and sponsor reports.
• Maintain ongoing professional development in line with appraisal objectives, contributing positively to team practice.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and cross‑functional teams to ensure smooth programme delivery.

What We’re Looking For

• A Master’s degree in a relevant subject (preferably in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, Education, English, or Business).
• A recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, QTS, BEd, PGCert, MA TESOL or DELTA (HEA Fellowship preferred).
• Significant experience delivering face‑to‑face EAP teaching to higher education or foundation‑level international students.
• Substantial experience assessing students using varied methods and working collaboratively within module/programme teams.
• Ideally, experience teaching Level 3 and Level 4 Business Management content.
• Strong understanding of EAP subject matter including academic writing, reading, speaking, critical thinking and study skills.
• Effective knowledge of Business topics covered at pathway level.
• Confident use of VLE platforms with the ability to upload materials, support learners digitally, and maintain course information.
• Awareness of module leadership communication standards, assessment principles and internal/external quality assurance processes.
• Ability to plan well‑structured lessons, organise teaching content, and adapt delivery to student needs.

About The Organisation

Why Join Us?

You’ll join a supportive team committed to helping international students thrive. We offer flexible teaching opportunities, a collaborative workplace, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on learners at a transformative stage of their academic journey.

About Us

QA Higher Education partners with Solent University to deliver International Foundation and International Year One programmes in Business.

How to Apply

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Safeguarding

QA Higher Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.

Equal Opportunities

At QA, our mission is to help everyone find their place in the world. We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.