Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Therapy - Higher Education - Leicestershire in Willenhall

Loughborough College is seeking an inspiring and knowledgeable Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Therapy to join our forward-thinking Higher Education Sport Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the next generation of sports industry professionals and contribute to the continued success of one of the UK’s leading institutions for sport education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across a range of undergraduate modules in Sport and Exercise Therapy.
• Support students in developing industry-ready skills through real-world projects, case studies, and applied learning.
• Develop and assess student learning through innovative teaching practices and applied learning strategies.
• Contribute to the design, development, and continuous improvement of our Sport and Exercise Therapy curriculum.
• Provide academic support to students, promoting an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Build and maintain industry links to enhance student experience and employability opportunities.

Essential Requirements:

• A masters degree (MSc) in Sport and Exercise Therapy or a closely related discipline (e.g. Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation, Sports Physiotherapy, Strength and Conditioning) or willing to work towards.
• Have a recognised membership within the field of Sports Therapy (e.g. Society of Sports Therapists, British Association of Sports Rehabilitators and Trainers, The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy).
• Demonstrable experience in an applied sports industry setting (e.g. professional clubs or clinical settings).
• A passion for education and the ability to motivate and engage students from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to continued professional development and a passion for education.

Desirable:

• A recognised teaching qualification e.g. PGCE or equivalent (or willingness to work towards one).
• Experience of teaching in higher education and designing/assessing academic content.
• An active interest in research or industry engagement within the field of sport and exercise therapy.

Loughborough College Group is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of the college. We are proud to have achieved the Investor in Diversity award and we actively encourage applications from individuals who are currently under-represented and from all areas of the community. Alongside this, we are a disability confident employer, and we welcome everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.

We offer a generous benefits package including:

• A competitive pension scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• On-site parking
• Access to healthcare scheme
• Subsided nursery fees
• Up to 44 days annual leave per year
• Additional annual leave available
• Generous Maternity/Paternity pay
• Fantastic CPD and inclusive resources for development
• Well-being hours
• Opportunities of volunteering within local community and charities

We provide staff forums, staff working groups for sustainability, staff steering groups for Investors in Diversity and support services to support with mental health and wellbeing for staff from different backgrounds. Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship. Loughborough College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note, all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.