Lecturer in Travel and Tourism (Aviation and Cabin Crew)

Kirklees College; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Huddersfield is seeking a Lecturer in Travel & Tourism to deliver high-quality education in Aviation and Cabin Crew programmes. Applicants should have a Level 4 AAT or equivalent and relevant teaching experience. You will engage with students, develop course content, and support learners' success. This role offers opportunities for professional development and various benefits.

Benefits

Employee assistance programme

Retail and leisure discounts

Reduced Metro travel

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in the field of Travel and Tourism education.
• Ability to teach Level 2 NCFE Aviation and Cabin Crew programmes.
• Strong commitment to student welfare and support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lectures in Travel and Tourism.
• Contribute to the development and assessment of programmes.
• Maintain student records and academic standards.
• Support students in achieving their educational goals.

Skills

Demonstrable experience in the sector

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Level 4 AAT or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Lecturer in Travel & Tourism (Aviation and Cabin Crew).
Location: Huddersfield - Waterfront.
Salary: £31,520 - £38,786.
Hours: 37 hours / 52 weeks.

At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors. In this role you will primarily be based at Huddersfield to plan and deliver teaching across predominantly Level 2 NCFE Aviation and Cabin Crew programmes, and may teach Level 2 and Level 3 Travel and Tourism to ensure a high quality learning experience. You may use our mock air cabin and check-in desk within our crew room.

Responsibilities

• 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 the AAT programme, support student achievement, monitor data, and provide guidance to learners to promote retention and progression.
• Maintain accurate student records, teach and assess across various courses, ensure academic standards are met, and collaborate with other departments to support student outcomes.

Qualifications and requirements

• Ideally Level 4 AAT or demonstrable equivalent ability.
• Demonstrable experience in the sector.
• Due to the nature of the work, commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Development, benefits and culture

Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme and financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers. Benefits include an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts, and reduced Metro travel. We value education, and encourage a culture of supporting and challenging one another.

Application and closing date

Closing Date: 16 November 2025 at 11.59. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if there is a high volume of suitable applications.

Proposed Interview Date: TBC. TO APPLY (both External and Internal applicants): Download and complete the Kirklees College Application Form before clicking "Apply" and attach your completed form as your application. If you have queries about the role or the application process, please contact [emailprotected]. Please check your emails regularly during the recruitment process (including spam/junk folders).

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to equality and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Any job offer is subject to pre-employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from the Department for Education.

Additional information

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest. Most roles advertised on AoC Jobs are posted directly by the college or employing organisation and are not handled by the AoC Recruitment Team. For interim/permanent roles handled by AoC Recruitment, please email your CV to [emailprotected].