Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Football / Sports Marketing (Distance)

Global Institute of Sport; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated educator to deliver engaging modules across sport and football degree courses. This remote role requires flexibility to work across time zones and involves a variety of academic responsibilities, including teaching, assessment, and curriculum development. The ideal candidate will foster student engagement through innovative teaching methods and contribute to the continuous improvement of academic standards. Join a forward-thinking institution committed to excellence in education and student satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering undergraduate and postgraduate courses in sport.
• Proficient in quality assurance and assessment moderation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage modules for sport and football degree courses.
• Engage in professional development and support student learning outcomes.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum design

Student engagement

Assessment and feedback

Innovative teaching methods

Education

PhD in Sports Science or related field

Master's degree in relevant discipline

Job description

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

RESPONSIBLE TO: Deputy Dean of the Business School.

POST OBJECTIVES:

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

KEY TASKS:

Teach designated modules and courses, including contributing to online course delivery.

Maintain academic standards and adhere to course and module specifications.

Design and deliver teaching materials at all levels, contributing to curriculum review and enhancement to support student learning outcomes.

• Prepare and deliver lectures and seminars.
• Foster debate and critical thinking to develop student engagement and excellence.
• Identify learning needs, define objectives, supervise projects, field trips, placements, and advise on study skills.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technology, and real-world applications.
• Monitor student engagement and feedback; maintain accurate progress records.

Undertake assessments and examinations, providing feedback.

• Mark and assess student work; liaise with External Examiners to embed best practices.

Engage in professional development.

• Develop strategies to promote and assess learning.
• Deepen expertise in your specialism for knowledge development.
• Participate in research and professional growth activities.

Participate in departmental seminars for knowledge sharing and collaboration.

• Build productive relationships within the team.
• Develop external networks to promote GIS and foster future collaborations.
• Collaborate on assessment procedures.

Provide pastoral care as a personal tutor and refer students to support services as needed.

Achieve KPIs related to attendance, retention, and achievement.

Work with support staff to maintain high student satisfaction.

Contribute to annual reviews and reports, implementing improvement plans based on feedback.

Undertake staff development and training aligned with GIS objectives, including attending briefings.

• Adhere to Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities policies.
• Work flexibly and undertake other duties relevant to the post.

Apply by sending a CV and cover letter to [e-mail].