Lecturer in Innovation & Sustainability

Bayswater Education is a vibrant network of global centres dedicated for over 75 years while inspiring people through a life-changing educational and travelling experience. We’re passionate about growing communities of global thinkers and explorers, at home and abroad – whatever their story. We're not just reimagining education; we're revolutionizing it. We're on a mission to provide young minds, locally and globally, with life-changing adventures and a chance to cultivate a social conscience. For every student we teach, we will teach another from a disadvantaged background. We provide classes beyond our borders and extend our commitment to education to regions where they are most needed!

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Business, Strategy, or Innovation Educator / Industry Professional to teach our Introduction to Business Strategy, Innovation, and Sustainability course for learners aged 16+. This is a beginner‑friendly, project‑based course designed for students with no prior business studies experience. The programme introduces learners to how organisations make strategic decisions, respond to competition, innovate in changing markets, and balance commercial success with ethical and sustainable responsibilities. During this 30‑hour programme learners explore real companies, analyse contemporary business challenges, and work in teams to develop and present a Business Model Canvas for a new venture. The course is designed to build confidence with business language, strategic thinking, teamwork, and presentation skills from the ground up. The programme will be running from 29th June - 7th August. Sessions will be held on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons 1pm-5.30pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, adapt, and deliver engaging lesson materials in line with the prepared course specification
• Facilitate highly interactive workshops using case studies, discussion, and team‑based problem‑solving
• Support learners in collaborative project work leading to a final group presentation
• Help students develop confidence in business communication, strategic thinking, and evidence‑based argument
• Provide formative feedback on teamwork, project development, and presentation skills
• Differentiation of delivery for learners with varied academic, linguistic, and cultural backgrounds
• Maintain accurate records of session delivery and student engagement
• Liaise with fellow lecturers and programme management regarding student progress and support needs
• Keep up to date with developments in business strategy, innovation, sustainability, and pedagogy

What We Are Looking For

Essential Knowledge, Qualifications, and Experience

• A postgraduate qualification (Master’s or above) in Business, Management, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Economics, or a related discipline, or equivalent senior industry experience
• Experience teaching or training beginner‑level learners, ideally students aged 16+
• Strong knowledge of business strategy, innovation, sustainability, and contemporary business challenges
• Experience supporting students through project‑based, collaborative, or inquiry‑led learning
• Ability to teach business concepts in an accessible way to an international cohort of second‑language English speakers
• Availability to teach during the programme dates and location specified

Desirable

• Experience teaching summer schools, pre‑university, pathway, or widening participation programmes
• Teaching qualification or HE teaching accreditation (PGCHE, FHEA, MA in HE Practice, DipTESOL, etc.)
• Industry experience in consulting, strategy, entrepreneurship, innovation, or ESG/sustainability
• Familiarity with design thinking, business model development, or venture incubation

Skills and Attributes

• A passion for making business concepts engaging and relevant for first‑time learners
• Ability to deliver dynamic, highly practical sessions with strong real‑world relevance
• Strong workshop facilitation and presentation skills
• Excellent communicator who can make complex business ideas clear and accessible
• Skilled at creating inclusive learning environments for multicultural and multilingual cohorts
• Enthusiasm for helping students build confidence, curiosity, and commercial awareness
• Comfortable supporting learners with both analytical discussion and project coaching

Legal Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure

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