Lecturer - Sport

Bedford College Group; England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Central Bedfordshire is looking for a Lecturer in Sport to join their Sport department. The role involves designing lesson plans, managing classrooms, and assessing student progress. Candidates should possess a degree in a relevant subject and a teaching qualification or the willingness to obtain one. This is a part-time, fixed-term role until June 2026 with a salary range between £31,930 and £36,878 annually, pro-rata.

Benefits

Teacher's pension

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Access to college courses

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant subject is required.
• Experience with vocational skills from the industry is necessary.
• Commitment to continuous professional development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design relevant schemes of work and lesson plans.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and well-managed learning environment.
• Conduct initial assessments and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Teaching using varied approaches

Strong interpersonal and communication abilities

Problem-solving in practical sessions

Data analysis capabilities

Time management skills

Education

Degree-level qualification in relevant subject

Level 3+ in maths or English

Teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Lecturer – Sport

Location: Central Bedfordshire College – Dunstable Kingsway Campus

Salary & Benefits: Salary is between £31,930 and £36,878 per annum (Pro‑Rata) DOE and Qualifications, Teacher's pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses. Note – Salary is for that of a Qualified Lecturer.

Hours/Weeks: 14.8 hours per week

Contract Type: Fixed Term – Part Time – Fixed until 26 June 2026

This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Lecturer in Sport to join our Sport department at The Bedford College Group on a Fixed Term basis.

As a Lecturer, you play an important role in the success of our students through:

• Planning & Preparation – Design relevant schemes of work and lesson plans tailored to learner needs, ensuring full syllabus coverage and engaging learning resources, including work experience planning where required.
• Classroom Management & Delivery – Create a safe, inclusive, and well‑managed learning environment, using varied teaching strategies to engage learners, encourage participation, and support individual progress.
• Assessment & Progress Monitoring – Conduct initial assessments, set and mark assignments, maintain accurate records of learner achievement, and provide constructive feedback to support development.
• Teamwork & Quality Assurance – Contribute to course development, attend team meetings, support marketing activities, and uphold quality standards through active participation in reviews and learner feedback.
• Professional Conduct & Statutory Duties – Embrace continuous professional development, promote safeguarding, equality, and health & safety, and maintain a professional approach aligned with The Bedford College Group's values.

About you

• Qualifications & Industry Expertise – Degree‑level qualification in a relevant subject, Level 3+ in maths or English, teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain), and up‑to‑date vocational skills with industry experience.
• Teaching & Learning Skills – Ability to teach using varied approaches and learning modes, solve problems in practical sessions, and apply health and safety knowledge effectively.
• Communication & Presentation – Clear presentation skills, strong interpersonal and communication abilities, and the capacity to motivate, inspire, and demonstrate effectively.
• Professionalism & Development – Commitment to continuous professional development, staying current in your field, being a reflective practitioner, and championing quality assurance in a target‑driven environment.
• Teamwork & Organisation – A good team player with strong organisational and time‑management skills, flexibility, data analysis capabilities, and a learner‑focused mindset.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews to be held: 21 November 2025

Values

Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate alignment to our organisational VISION values:

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who, by working together, can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About Central Bedfordshire College

Central Bedfordshire College (CBC) operates campuses across Central Bedfordshire. Offering a wide range of modern and professional facilities to prepare students for their chosen career pathway. CBC benefits from excellent transport links and town centre locations, enabling students to experience a high standard of education and training, alongside a thriving social experience.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year. Today, the Group is made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire: Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College and Tresham College in the towns of Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough; Shuttleworth College, a specialist land‑based college; The Bedford Sixth Form, the only dedicated sixth form in Bedford; The Corby Sixth Form (opened in September 2023); and the National College for Motorsport along with Silverstone race circuit. To widen accessibility to education and training, the Group also has community‑based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering which offer IT training.

Safeguarding and Vetting

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 provide information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex‑Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.