Sports Lecturer

CLARUS EDUCATION; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Uxbridge is looking for a part-time Sports Lecturer for a maternity cover role starting January 2026. The successful candidate should have a degree in Sport or a related subject area, a Level 5 teaching qualification, and experience in teaching vocational Sport, such as BTECs. You will be responsible for engaging students aged 16-19 and delivering a variety of subjects in the Sport curriculum. Salary ranges from £25,964 to £36,208 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Degree in Sport or related subject area required.
• Level 5 teaching qualification recognized by the FE sector.
• Willingness to achieve GCSE in Maths and English if not possessed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver good practice in teaching and learning for Sport.
• Engage and support students aged 16–19 in vocational learning.
• Develop and improve programmes of study in Sport.

Skills

Teaching experience in Sport

Communication skills

Planning and organizational skills

Ability to engage young learners

Education

Degree in Sport or related subject area

Level 5 teaching qualification

GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 or equivalent

Job description

Sports Lecturer

Location: Uxbridge. Maternity cover until July 2026 (potential for the contract to be extended). Part‑time (28.8 hours per week). Salary: £25,964 – £36,208. Start: January 2026.

The Sports team at our college offers a range of Sport programmes including BTECs from Level 1 to Level 3. We are seeking to appoint a part‑time Lecturer in Sport on a fixed‑term basis to cover maternity leave starting from January 2026.

You'll need to possess a degree in Sport or a related subject area and ideally have a Level 5 teaching qualification. Experience of teaching vocational Sport including BTEC and strong communication and interpersonal skills are required. You should be able to engage young vocational learners aged 16‑19.

MAIN PURPOSE

The main purpose of the job is to ensure the retention and achievement of students through the delivery of good practice in teaching and learning. To teach, develop and improve programmes of study in Sport. Subjects delivered include Anatomy and Physiology, Sociology of Sport, Sports Psychology, and Business in Sport. Provision also includes nationally recognised fitness instructor awards and coaching qualifications.

DUTIES SPECIFIC TO THE POST

All lecturers have a generic list of duties (see below). Duties specific to the Lecturer in Sport include:

• BTEC L1 Introductory Diploma in Sport
• BTEC L2 Diploma in Sports Industry Skills
• BTEC L3 National Diploma / Extended Diploma in Sport
• BTEC L3 National Extended Certificate / Diploma in Sports Coaching & Development
• BTEC L3 National Extended Certificate / Diploma in Sport, Fitness & Personal Training
• Level 1 Award in Assistant Coaching

Additional Offerings

• Sports Academies in Football, Basketball, Netball and others if agreed
• Maths and English at GCSE and Functional Skill levels is also delivered for full‑time students where necessary.

The Lecturer will assist the Section Manager and Head of School in the initiation, planning and development of new courses within the area of Sport Studies.

Qualifications

• A degree in Sport or related subject area
• Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (e.g. DET, PGCE)
• Maths and English at GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent or willing to achieve this
• Clean driving licence and willingness and ability to undertake minibus driving training
• Emergency First Aid award or willing or obtain

Experience

• Teaching experience in Sport
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of the relevant subject area
• Experience of delivering and/or assessing fitness
• Experience of delivering BTEC qualifications
• The ability to engage and inspire vocational learners aged 16‑19
• Good communication skills, written and verbal
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Good classroom practice

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity, submit your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.