Lecturer in Events Management. Job in Sunderland Education & Training Jobs

UK Management College; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in the UK is seeking enthusiastic Lecturers for the BA (Hons) Events Management programme. The role focuses on delivering high-quality teaching, supporting student success, and engaging with the events industry. Candidates are expected to hold a postgraduate qualification in Events Management or a related field, alongside strong subject knowledge and teaching experience. The position offers a collaborative environment aimed at academic development and innovative curriculum design.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification (Master's or above) required.
• Strong subject knowledge in project management and industry trends.
• Experience in higher education teaching and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate modules.
• Contribute to curriculum design that fosters innovation.
• Provide academic and pastoral support to students.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge of events and festivals

Ability to design and deliver engaging teaching

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Motivational support for diverse students

Competence in digital learning platforms

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Events Management or related field

Job description

Contract type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience

Closing date:

Role Summary

UKMC is seeking enthusiastic and creative Lecturers to join the BA (Hons) Events Management programme. This innovative course develops students into highly effective event managers and imaginative experience architects, blending project management skills with the creativity needed to deliver live experiences.

As a Lecturer, you will contribute to the design, delivery, and assessment of modules across Levels 4-6, supervise student projects and placements, and actively support students in achieving their full potential. You will bring subject expertise in events and festivals, a passion for teaching and learning, and the ability to integrate industry practice into the curriculum.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across a range of modules at undergraduate level, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and tutorials.
• Contribute to curriculum design and development, embedding innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability into teaching practice.
• Supervise students in live project work, client collaborations, placements, and dissertations.
• Provide academic and pastoral support, supporting student engagement, progression, and attainment.
• Contribute to assessment design, delivery, marking, and moderation in line with UKMC and validating partner requirements.
• Engage with quality assurance and enhancement processes, including course monitoring, student feedback, and external examiner reporting.
• Develop and maintain strong links with the events industry to support employability, placements, and guest contributions.
• Engage in scholarship, professional practice, or research to inform teaching and maintain subject expertise.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider academic community at UKMC.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Education

Essential:

• A postgraduate qualification (Master's or above) in Events Management, Business, Tourism, Creative Industries, or a related subject.

Desirable:

• Fellowship of Advance HE (or willingness to achieve).
• A PhD or higher-level research qualification.
• A teaching qualification (e.g. PG Cert in HE or equivalent).

Knowledge & Skills

Essential:

• Strong subject knowledge of events and festivals, including creative practice, project management, and industry trends.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging teaching and learning activities at undergraduate level.
• Understanding of assessment practice and providing effective feedback.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and support students from diverse backgrounds.
• Competence in digital learning platforms and IT to enhance teaching.

Desirable:

• Professional networks relevant to the events and creative industries.
• Engagement in research, scholarship, or professional practice that informs teaching.

Experience

Essential:

• Experience of teaching and assessment in higher education (including as a teaching assistant, hourly paid lecturer, or equivalent role).
• Evidence of curriculum development or module design.
• Experience supporting student learning and progression.

Desirable:

• Professional or industry experience in event management, festival production, or creative event design.
• Experience contributing to quality assurance and enhancement processes in HE.

Why Join UKMC?

As a Lecturer in Events Management, you will be part of an ambitious and forward-looking institution that values teaching excellence, creativity, and student success. You will have the opportunity to shape a practice-led, industry-focused curriculum, inspire the next generation of event professionals, and contribute to the development of a course with strong links to industry and community stakeholders.

UKMC offers a supportive environment with opportunities for academic development, research, and collaboration with validating university partners.