Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Football Business (Distance)

Global Institute of Sport; Leeds; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking a dedicated educator to deliver and manage modules for both undergraduate and postgraduate Football Business degree courses. This role involves designing engaging teaching materials, maintaining academic standards, and fostering critical thinking among students. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate with international partners and contribute to the academic community while achieving key performance indicators related to student success. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance in education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage modules for Football Business degree courses.
• Support the Deputy Dean and assist in academic provisions.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Development

Student Engagement

Assessment and Feedback

Innovative Teaching Methods

Education

Master's Degree in Education or related field

PhD in relevant subject area

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Online Teaching Platforms

Job description

LOCATION: Remote: Availability to work across multiple time zones; may include some unsocial hours (GMT)

POST OBJECTIVES:

Deliver and manage modules across both undergraduate and postgraduate Football Business degree courses. Complete administrative tasks, including quality assurance documents related to student feedback, moderation of assessments, and participation in Assessment Boards as required by GIS's awarding bodies. Support the Deputy Dean of the School in assisting staff teaching on UG and PG courses. Support the academic provision at overseas partnerships linked to GIS courses.

KEY TASKS:

1. Teach on designated modules and courses as defined by the Dean of School, including contributing to online course delivery.
2. Maintain academic standards and adhere to course and module specifications.
3. Design and deliver teaching materials at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, contributing to curriculum review and enhancement to support student learning outcomes.
4. Prepare and deliver lecture and seminar materials across various levels of study.
5. Foster debate and critical thinking to develop students' engagement and excellence.
6. Identify students' learning needs, define objectives, supervise projects and placements, and advise on study skills.
7. Integrate innovative teaching methods, technology, and real-world applications to enhance engagement and assessment.
8. Track student engagement, provide feedback, and maintain accurate progress records.
9. Undertake assessments and examinations, providing appropriate feedback.
10. Mark and assess student work, and conduct internal verification.
11. Collaborate with colleagues and External Examiners to embed best practices.
12. Engage in continuous professional development.
13. Develop strategies to promote and assess learning.
14. Maintain in-depth knowledge of your specialism to foster new knowledge and understanding.
15. Participate in research and professional development activities.
16. Contribute to department seminars for knowledge sharing and collaboration.
17. Act as a responsible team member and develop productive relationships within the team.
18. Develop external networks to promote GIS and build future collaborations.
19. Collaborate on assessment procedures development and implementation.
20. Provide pastoral care and act as a personal tutor for students.
21. Refer students to support services as needed.
22. Achieve KPIs related to attendance, retention, and achievement.
23. Work with support staff to maintain high student satisfaction.
24. Assist in preparing review and evaluation reports, implementing module action plans based on feedback.
25. Undertake staff development and training aligned with GIS objectives, including attending academic briefings.
26. Work within Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities policies.
27. Perform any other relevant duties as required.

Closing date: 16th May 2025

Please send a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability to [e-mail].