Sports Lecturer

Inspire Education Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution located at Peterborough College seeks a dedicated Lecturer in Sport. The role involves delivering high-quality teaching across sport courses and creating engaging learning experiences. Candidates should possess a Level 5 teaching qualification or a commitment to work towards one, as well as relevant qualifications in sport. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, working within a collaborative team focused on empowering the next generation of learners.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in a sport‑related environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting equality and diversity.
• Willingness to attain a teaching qualification if not held.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and assessment across sport courses.
• Create engaging learning experiences for students.
• Support learners in achieving their best.

Skills

Teaching passion

Innovative teaching methods

Knowledge of sport curriculum

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Level 5 teaching qualification

Relevant qualifications in sport

Job description

Lecturer in Sport – Peterborough College

Salary: £28,582 – £36,084 per annum (pro rata where required)

Hours: 22.5 hours per week, all year round

Contract: Permanent

Location: Peterborough College

About the Role

Are you passionate about sport and education? Do you have the drive to inspire and empower the next generation of learners? Peterborough College is looking for a dynamic Lecturer in Sport to join our Leisure & Service Industries Faculty.

What You’ll Do

As a Lecturer in Sport, you’ll play a key role in delivering high‑quality teaching and assessment across a range of sport courses (Levels 1 to 3, and possibly higher). You’ll create engaging learning experiences that motivate students to achieve their best, contribute to course development, and support learners on their journey to success. You will also have the opportunity to coordinate courses, undertake internal verification, and build strong industry links through work placements.

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive salary: £28,582 – £36,084 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications
• Full‑time, permanent position (37 hours per week, all year round)
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Access to excellent facilities at Peterborough College
• Pension scheme: Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday allowance (37 days plus bank holidays)

What We’re Looking For

• Level 5 teaching qualification (e.g., DTTLS, Diploma in Education and Training, Cert Ed, or PGCE) or willing to work towards
• Relevant qualifications in sport (Level 3 or higher)
• Experience in a sport‑related environment
• Passion for teaching and supporting learners to succeed
• Strong knowledge of the sport curriculum and vocational education
• Ability to use innovative teaching methods and integrate maths and English skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting equality and diversity

Ready to Inspire the Next Generation?

If you’re eager to make a difference and be part of a forward‑thinking college, we want to hear from you!

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a 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, provides 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.

Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advert should we receive a sufficient level of interest!