Main Grade Lecturer - Travel

The City of Liverpool College; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Employee benefits platform

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

The City of Liverpool College in Liverpool is seeking a Main Grade Lecturer - Travel to deliver high-quality teaching across Level 1 to L3 in travel and tourism. The role includes pastoral care and student progression support, with a focus on industry trends and professional development.

The post is permanent, part-time (0.6 FTE, 21 hours per week) with a salary of £20,873.40 to £25,883.40 per year. Reporting to the Head of Visitor Economy, Leisure & Service Industries, located in Liverpool.

Qualifications

• Educated to Level 4 e.g. Degree or equivalent in Travel and Tourism.
• A recognised Teaching qualification or vocational experience.
• Professional qualification relevant to the subject area.
• Excellent computer literacy – ability to use the current IT programs of the College.
• Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in Travel and Tourism.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Travel and Tourism industry.
• Engaged in Continuing Professional Development.
• Minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy or willingness to complete.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver teaching and learning on all levels, from Level 1 through to L3 equipping learners with the knowledge and skill necessary for success in the travel and tourism industry.
• Pastoral care will be an additional focus of the role, and you will take responsibility for both personal and group tutorials to establish a cohesive learning experience that enables progression and development to higher levels or future employment.
• Plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons in order to achieve effective management of the learning process.
• Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy.
• Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued.
• To liaise with Head of School in contributing to the design of programmes and teaching approaches which will enable curriculum areas to achieve high standards and value added.
• To liaise with Head of School and curriculum teams in contributing to the administration necessary to support the teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area.

Skills

Degree in Travel & Tourism

Teaching qualification

Professional qualification

Computer literacy

Curriculum planning

Industry knowledge

Professional development

Literacy & numeracy

Communication skills

Standards

RBL

A1 qualification

Professional body

TEL experience

Curriculum development

QA processes

Education

Level 4 e.g. Degree in Travel & Tourism

Job description

Main Grade Lecturer - Travel

Application Deadline: 9 October 2026

Department: Visitor Economy, Leisure & Service Industries

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Liverpool

Reporting To: Head of Visitor Economy, Leisure & Service Industries

Compensation: £20,873.40 - £25,883.40 / year

Description

Job Title: Main Grade Lecturer - Travel

Department: Visitor Economy, Leisure & Service Industries

Salary: £20,873.40 to £25,883.40 per year FTE: £34,789 to £43,139 Job Type: Permanent, Part-time Please note, we have one part-time 0.6 (21 hours per week) position available

We are looking for three exceptional individuals to contribute to achieving excellence in teaching and learning through innovative and excellent practice. You will be expected to create effective and stimulating learning opportunities for all students through high quality teaching, learning and assessment.

You will deliver teaching and learning on all levels, from Level 1 through to L3 equipping learners with the knowledge and skill necessary for success in the travel and tourism industry.

You will be able to teach and demonstrate that you have updated knowledge of industry trends and standards.

Pastoral care will be an additional focus of the role, and you will take responsibility for both personal and group tutorials to establish a cohesive learning experience that enables progression and development to higher levels or future employment.

Responsible to : Head of Visitor Economy, Leisure & Service Industries

Key Responsibilities

1. To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life
2. To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review
3. To be aware of national developments in subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis
4. To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons in order to achieve effective management of the learning process
5. Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy
6. Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued
7. Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes
8. To set and mark work in accordance with College and School Assessment policies, to record work carried out and assessment of same
9. To track all students’ progress and attendance in accordance with agreed College systems and policies
10. To provide a balance of appropriate teaching styles and learning experiences
11. To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play and appropriate part in their implementation
12. Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome barriers
13. To liaise with Head of School in contributing to the design of programmes and teaching approaches which will enable curriculum areas to achieve high standards and value added
14. To liaise with Head of School and curriculum teams in contributing to the administration necessary to support the teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area
15. To work with colleagues with relevant expertise to identify and address additional student English and Maths skills development in subject area
16. To review own professional development needs and to participate fully in future training and development
17. To communicate and consult with parents, carers and students including Parent’s Evening, Welcome Evenings, events and open evenings
18. To ensure that all students in the subject area comply with College’s policies and procedures
19. To provide enrichment opportunities that are exciting, motivating and enhance the student experience

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

1. Educated to Level 4 e.g. Degree or equivalent in Travel and Tourism
2. A recognised Teaching qualification or vocational experience
3. Professional qualification relevant to the subject area
4. Excellent computer literacy – ability to use the current IT programs of the College
5. Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in Travel and Tourism
6. Knowledge and understanding of the Travel and Tourism industry
7. Engaged in Continuing Professional Development
8. Minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy or willingness to complete
9. High level of communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable:

1. Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves
2. Experience of resource-based learning
3. An A1 qualification
4. Membership of a relevant professional body
5. Experience of assessing students’ needs and planning curriculum for their benefit including Technology Enhanced Learning
6. Good understanding of curriculum development to meet the training needs of employers
7. Good understanding of quality assurance and improvement processes

Please Note This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged.

Benefits

Why Join The City of Liverpool College?

As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.

Here are some of the benefits available to you:

Generous holiday allowance

60 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 annual wellbeing day

Pension Scheme

You'll be part of the Teachers' Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions of up to 24%—one of the best pension packages in the sector.

Employee Benefits Platform

As part of your role, you’ll have access to the COLC Employee Benefits Platform, a one‑stop hub for a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work‑life balance, and everyday savings. You’ll be able to access discounts at major supermarkets, fashion and lifestyle retailers, tech stores, travel providers, and more. You’ll also benefit from the Cycle to Work Scheme, cinema and leisure discounts and tech and home appliance discounts, with the option of spreading the cost through salary sacrifice. The platform is part of our commitment to supporting you in every aspect of your working life – and beyond.

Health and Wellbeing

As part of our commitment to supporting your health and wellbeing, all employees have access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a completely confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year. Whether you’re facing personal challenges, looking for advice, or simply need someone to talk to, Health Assured is here to help. Through Health Assured, you can access a 24/7 confidential helpline, face to face, online or telephone counselling, as well as structured support for a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationships, bereavement, legal and financial concerns. You'll also have access to the online wellbeing portal, asecure, user‑friendly platform offering a wide range of self‑help resources, health assessments, articles, and guidance covering emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing, and to the Wisdom App, which offers mood trackers and wellbeing tools, meditation guides, fitness videos, and self‑help modules as well as daily wellbeing tips. You’ll also be entitled to a free eye test through our voucher scheme with Specsavers, which covers a full eye exam (worth up to £25) and even includes £45 towards a pair of glasses. We also offer free flu vaccinations to help keep you feeling your best all year round.

Travel

We offer interest‑free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail. That means you can enjoy the savings of up to two months' free travel—without having to cover the full cost upfront. It’s all about making your commute more affordable and less stressful.

Flexible Working

We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work‑life balance.

Professional Development

We’re passionate about helping you thrive, offering a mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities—designed to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and accelerate your career.

College Benefits

Our excellent sports and fitness facilities can be used free of charge by staff. You can also access a range of discounted hair and beauty treatments at our Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons, and a staff discount at our Academy Restaurant.