Lecturer in Sports Development & Coaching

Hartpury University and Hartpury College; England; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartpury University seeks a Lecturer in Sports Development & Coaching. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic coaching curriculum and demonstrate a passion for student experience, industry application, and continuous improvement. This role offers hybrid working, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

35 days annual leave entitlement

Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension scheme

Employee Discounts Scheme

Onsite fitness facilities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Support for continuous professional development

Flexible working opportunities

Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Relevant postgraduate qualification in sports development or coaching.
• Experience in applied sports coaching and development.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the sports coaching curriculum focused on coaching FOR development.
• Foster industry partnerships for student placements and projects.
• Ensure continuous improvement in student experience.

Skills

Coaching

Sports Development

Student Experience

Education

Postgraduate qualification

Higher education teaching qualification

Job description

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£36,047 – £40,548 per annum (Lecturer salary band)A minimum of 37 hours a week (opportunity for Full-Time or Part-Time)Permanent About the RoleWe are looking for an outstanding individual to help contribute towards our CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) endorsed undergraduate and postgraduate sports coaching curriculum. At Hartpury University we have a rich history of developing sports coaches working at all levels, with coach development at the heart of our University Sport Department. As we grow our offer, we are looking for someone to join a vibrant coaching team who has further expertise in sports development and community coaching.

• The successful candidate will contribute to our sports coaching curriculum with a specific focus on coaching FOR development.
• You will demonstrate a clear skillset and knowledge base focused on the sport development landscape.
• You will aspire to ensure the continuous improvement of the student experience and have clear appreciation of industry application and impact.
• You will demonstrate a passion for coach development and evidence practical coaching skills.
  
  

Hartpury University values student experience and outcomes, as such the successful applicant should be able to positivity evidence this within their application. About You

• You will have a relevant postgraduate qualification and bring with you experience of the applied sports development and coaching industry.
• You will have a higher education teaching qualification or professional recognition (e.g. PGCHE, SFHEA/FHEA or equivalent) or a commitment to complete one within one year.
• As a specialist in sports development and coaching, your experience of working in applied contexts will enable you to contribute to teaching and learning activities across a range of general sports modules. Further contributing to specialist applied modules in both sports development and coaching.
• You will be committed to creating a high-quality student experience, evidenced through a focus on excellence within teaching and learning. A record of active research and knowledge exchange is welcomed but not essential.
• You will also have a clear appreciation of the connectivity between theory and practice and the ability to foster industry partnerships to develop opportunity for both student placements and both staff and student project work.
• You will be able to demonstrate a record of active scholarship and willingness to continue to personally and professionally develop.
  
  

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

• 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 UsHartpury 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 University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 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. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. Click the button below to apply online or telephone [phone] to request documents by post.Click here to view the full Job Description and Person Specification

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