Job Title: Lecturer Sport
Location: Coventry College
Contract Type: Full-Time
Hours per Week: 37 per week
Salary: £31,103 to £45,709 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
About Us
Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we’ve been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow—strengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle tech, construction, and digital skills, ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated part-time Sport Lecturer to join our dynamic team. This role involves delivering high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment to learners across a range of courses in Sport. You will be instrumental in preparing learners for careers in the sports industry. Knowledge of apprenticeships and an assessing qualification would be highly desired and advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons across Sport courses.
• Develop and adapt course materials to meet curriculum requirements and learner needs
• Support and guide learners in their academic and professional development.
• Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance processes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and incorporate real-world insights into teaching.
• Support learners in work placements and extracurricular activities, or sporting events.
• Collaborate with colleagues and industry partners and stakeholders to enhance learning opportunities.
Essential Criteria:
• A relevant degree in Sport, or a related field.
• Teaching qualification (PGCE, CertEd, or equivalent) or willingness to obtain one.
• Industry experience in sport, uniformed services, or a related sector.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Passion for education and learner success.
• Ability to inspire and motivate learners.
• Knowledge of current industry trends and requirements.
Desirable Criteria:
• Experience in delivering BTEC, NCFE, or similar qualifications.
• Experience working in Further or Higher Education.
• Assessing qualification and knowledge of apprenticeships
What we offer
• Free on-site parking, including EV charging points
• Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (TPS)
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 39 days plus statutory bank holidays
• Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more
• This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)
• On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon
• Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements
• A supportive, inclusive working environment
How to Apply
To apply, please complete our online application form, which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required.
Safeguarding
We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the College community. We value our diverse College community and are actively committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of college life and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As part of our shortlisting process, you will be asked to complete a self-declaration of your criminal record or information which may make you unsuitable to work with children, in addition we carry out an online search to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online.
The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.