Lecturer in Project Management - Manchester

GEDU; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave and benefits

Growth opportunities

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Discounts and EAP

Job summary

GBS in Manchester (On-Site) seeks Lecturers in Project Management to inspire students and deliver engaging, industry-relevant sessions. Flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and weekends is required, and the role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

You will hold a Master’s and PhD, with prior UK higher education lecturing experience, and be capable of supervising student work, providing feedback, and maintaining thorough records.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant subject area.
• PhD in a relevant subject area.
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in the subject area.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise student work and provide feedback.
• Experience teaching adult learners from diverse backgrounds on HE programmes.
• Strong reporting skills and maintaining student records.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or plan to enrol during probation) or HEA Fellowship.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and deliver teaching sessions, resources and tailored support in project management.
• Provide meaningful feedback on progress and assess outcomes.
• Document and evaluate teaching to improve student experience.

Skills

Lecturing

Teaching

Communication

Feedback

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

Department: Academic - as part of our partnership with Bath Spa University (BSU)

Location: Manchester (On-Site)

Salary: £51,000

Type of Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)

Our Vision: Changing lives through education

The role

We are currently seeking Lecturers in Project Management to join our growing team and create a positive impact on the lives of our students by cultivating the specialist skills and knowledge that will shape their long‑term success.

Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends. Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What you'll be doing:

• Craft and shape learning - Design, plan and deliver teaching sessions, digital resources and tailored support to help students understand project management, core management skills and the knowledge required to excel in multi‑sector organisations. Guide students through fundamental project management theories, key practical skills and core and advanced principles used in different areas of project management such as quality and performance management, risk management, data analysis, project management software tools and more.
• Track progress with purpose - Provide meaningful feedback on individual and class progress, considering each student's needs, explaining where work fails to meet assessment criteria, suggesting ways to improve and facilitate students' learning by means of engagement with online resources, research and activities.
• Elevate student experience - Document and evaluate teaching and identifying areas for potential improvement to enhance the quality of teaching, learning and overall student experience.

About you:

You are someone who believes deeply in education's power to transform lives. You are looking to inspire and guide students to success, while taking your own experience to the next level in a rapidly evolving environment.

You will bring:

• A Master's degree in a relevant subject area
• A PhD degree in a relevant subject area
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience and in the wider subject area and extensive knowledge of the subject matter
• Demonstrable experience of supervising student work and providing support and feedback
• A successful track record of teaching adult learners from diverse backgrounds on similar HE programmes
• A high level of reporting skills and ability to maintain thorough student records
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ideally, you will also have:

• A Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent)

What we offer:

• Time off that fits your lifestyle - 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), 1-day extra leave per year of service (up to 5 days) and Buy/Sell additional holidays (up to 5 days)
• Opportunities for growth - Tuition reimbursement for career development courses, wide variety of training courses and support with FHEA application
• Pension Scheme and Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice) - Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech, Health, Dental and Life Assurance schemes, Women's Health scheme (via Hertlity) and much more
• Discounts, Perks and Employee Assistance: discounts platform, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), discounted gym membership, eyecare vouchers and much more
• Reward for your impact - annual salary increase reviews, annual discretionary bonus, £500 award employee referral scheme

"The highlights of working with my team include the incredible sense of support, empowerment, and camaraderie we share. We uplift and encourage one another, always striving to reach our common goal of ensuring student success. With students at the forefront of everything we do, our collective efforts make a tangible difference in their academic journeys, which creates a truly inspiring work environment."

- Teza Soe, Curriculum Quality Advisor at GBS

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.