Lecturer in Business

Kirklees College; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution based in Huddersfield is looking for a Lecturer in Business for a fixed term until December 2026. The lecturer will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging teaching across various business programs while supporting student achievement. Candidates should have experience delivering high-quality education at Level 1-3 and must demonstrate strong communication skills. The position offers salary ranging from £15,760 to £19,393 based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Staff development opportunities

Financial contributions for external qualifications

Employee assistance program

Retail and leisure discounts

Reduced Metro travel

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Level 1-3 business programs.
• Ability to deliver high-quality learning experiences.
• Strong communication skills for student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver teaching for business programs.
• Contribute to program development and assessment.
• Support student achievement and retention.

Skills

Teaching and learning

Curriculum development

Student support

Assessment and evaluation

Job description

Job Title

Lecturer in Business (fixed term until December 2026)

Salary

£15,760 - £19,393 (FTE £31,520 - £38,786)

Location

Huddersfield – Waterfront

Hours and Weeks per Year

18.5 hours /52 weeks

Job Description

At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors. Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you'll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others. We are already a successful college, but we’re continually striving to be better and do better – be part of our story!

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver teaching across predominantly Level 1-3 programmes, including level 4/5 where appropriate, ensuring a high-quality and relevant learning experience for students.
• Contribute to the marketing, development, delivery, assessment and evaluation of programmes to meet market needs and contractual targets and performance criteria.
• Deliver engaging lectures, facilitate exam preparation and provide support and guidance to students throughout their time at Kirklees College.
• Manage and monitor the delivery of your programme, support and encourage student achievement.
• Monitor data, offer guidance to learners, promote retention and progression, maintain accurate student records, teach and assess across various courses and ensure academic standards are met.
• Collaborate with other departments to support student outcomes.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Benefits and Development

Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers. Access to an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.

Application Process

Download and complete a copy of the Kirklees College Application Form, attach it to your application and then click “Apply.” All applications must be submitted by 10th December 2025 at 11:59. We reserve the right to close early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We also offer flexible working options.

Pre-Employment Checks

All offers are subject to pre-employment checks including DBS, online searches and references from former employers, in line with Department for Education guidance.