Lecturer - Golf

UHI Centre for History; Tohatchi (NM); On-site; USD 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% Membership Discount at Highlife? (

Occupational sick pay and family leave

Staff Support and Employee Assistance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

UHI North, West and Hebrides is recruiting to deliver the Golf curriculum at Dornoch campus. The lecturer will support two full-time degree programmes and contribute to student learning, assessment and progression within the golf discipline.

The role requires a passion for golf, strong communication skills and a proven ability to plan, teach, assess and supervise learners in a dynamic academic setting.

Qualifications

• SCQF Level 7–12 qualification in a relevant subject area.
• Golf industry experience, preferably with management responsibilities.
• Strong planning, teaching, assessment and supervision abilities.
• Teaching qualification or Masters in Education is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured education to students across golf programmes.
• Carry out assessments, maintain accurate records and evaluate progress.
• Adapt delivery to best suit candidates' knowledge and experience.
• Communicate effectively in a fast-moving academic environment.

Skills

Golf industry experience

Strong communication

Self-motivated & enthusiastic

Ability to manage priorities

Teaching/delivery experience

Education

SCQF Level 7–12 qualification

Teaching qualification (TQFE/PGDE) or Masters in Education advantageous

Job description

Education

UHI North, West and Hebrides is one of ten academic partners and research centres that make up UHI. This unique partnership allows us to deliver further and higher education programmes at our 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye and the Outer Hebrides. To support our work, we are recruiting for the following role:

Reference no.

NWH LECGO 01

Salary

£43,402 - £52,247 per annum

Duration

Fixed Term for 1 Academic Year

Working Hours

35 hours per week, full-time

Location

Dornoch

Closing Date

12pm, Friday 25th September 2026

Position

Due to the success and growth of our programmes we have an exciting opportunity to join our team delivering the Golf curriculum at UHI North, West and Hebrides Dornoch campus. Our two full-time degree programmes are delivered from our UHI Centre for Golf. The post of lecturer is open for applicants who have a passion for the golf industry and are looking to help the next generation of industry professionals on starting their careers in the golf industry. We are looking for someone with a strong background working in the golf industry.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide structured education to students using a variety of approaches to enable them to meet the standards required. Carrying out assessments to the standards set by the industry/awarding body, maintaining accurate assessment records, evaluating student performance and achievement, making recommendations and highlighting support needs as appropriate are also requirements of the role. The programmes contain modules relating to all aspects of golf management and professional golf. Specific delivery may be adapted to best suit the successful candidate’s areas of knowledge and experience.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

The suitable candidate will hold an SCQF Level 7-Level 12 qualification, normally above the level being taught and in a relevant subject area to the course and have golf industry experience, preferably with management responsibilities. Along with a proven track record of effective planning to deliver engaging learning, teaching, assessment and supervision, successful candidates must be good communicators who are self-motivated and enthusiastic, with the ability to deal with rapidly changing priorities and meet tight deadlines. A teaching qualification, preferably TQFE, PGDE or equivalent, or a Masters in Education would be advantageous to your application.

Benefits Of Working For Us

• 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
• Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
• Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings and Cycle to Work Scheme