Lecturer in FE Sport & Exercise Science

Hartpury University and College; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Gloucester seeks a Lecturer in FE Sport & Exercise Science. The role involves delivering high-quality teaching and supporting students' progress. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have a teaching qualification or willingness to complete one. The institution offers hybrid working arrangements, generous leave, and continuous professional development opportunities.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Wellbeing support

Generous pension scheme

Employee Discounts

Onsite fitness facilities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Support for professional development

Flexible working opportunities

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Hold a teaching qualification or show willingness to obtain one.
• Possess a degree in the relevant subject area.
• Experience delivering Level 3 BTEC in this field is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional teaching on BTEC Level 3 Sport & Exercise Science.
• Advise and guide individual students as a personal tutor.
• Inspire students to appreciate and enjoy aspects of sport.

Skills

Teaching qualification or willingness to complete one

Experience in BTEC Level 3 Sport & Exercise Science

Strong understanding of externally assessed modules

Education

Degree or equivalent in relevant subject area

Job description

Overview

Lecturer in FE Sport & Exercise Science – £24,332 - £42,526 per annum • 37 hours per week • Fixed Term to cover maternity leave, starting January 2026

Responsibilities

• You will be expected to deliver exceptional teaching on our BTEC Level 3 Sport & Exercise Science programme which will assist students to achieve excellent results
• As a personal tutor, you will advise and guide individuals in their progress, success and career aspirations
• Inspiring students to appreciate and enjoy all aspects of sport, you will instill in them a passion for the subject and a desire to develop their understanding
• We welcome applications from unqualified, newly qualified and experienced teachers

Qualifications and experience

• Hold a teaching qualification or have a willingness to complete one
• Possess a degree or equivalent in relevant subject area
• Be able to demonstrate experience of delivering on the new Regulatory Qualifications Framework (RQF) Level 3 BTEC in Sport & Exercise Science within the FE sector would be advantageous
• A strong understanding of the requirements of delivering externally assessed modules on the above qualification

We offer

• Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
• 35 days annual leave entitlement
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (TPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury sit on a 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community— a place where we can all be ourselves.