At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engaging sports programmes and inspire students to achieve their goals.
- Company: Join United Colleges Group, a top education provider in London.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to gain a teaching qualification and work with diverse learners.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in students' lives while working in a dynamic sports setting.
- Qualifications: Passion for sports and teaching; industry experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 33.57 - 33.57 £ per hour.
We are seeking ambitious, outstanding candidates to join our teaching staff at United Colleges Group. We are a forward-thinking education provider and our mission is to deliver outstanding, world class education and skills.
UCG provides education to over 11,000 learners a year, including 16-18-year-olds, adults, apprentices, and students with high needs. With an annual turnover of over £50m, we are one of the top 20 largest college groups in the UK. We offer education and training in almost all vocational areas at a variety of levels for a wide range of learners of all ages and starting points.
UCG attracts students from across London and beyond. Our students come from a diverse range of backgrounds. In the academic year 2022-23, we enrolled more than 3500 full time 16-18 students, 8,000 adult learners and over 450 apprentices across our Group. UCG currently enrol 250+ HE students per year, across 4 campuses onto 12 courses from STEM subjects (Science, Construction, Engineering, and Computing) to Business, Music and Professional Qualifications.
We have around 1,000 dedicated, skilled and enthusiastic staff who always put the needs of our students first and we are now looking for a Lecturer in Sport to join our cohort of dedicated staff.
Our mission is to provide all our learners with the very best knowledge and to break down any barriers to learning. We pride ourselves on enabling our learners to meet their individual needs and aspirations and we deliver a learning experience that is unique, enjoyable and rewarding.
At UCG we offer a range of sports courses that will allow our students to develop a strong set of skills, preparing them to begin a successful career in the sports industry. These courses range from the BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure to NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Gym Instructing and Personal Training, to our NCFE Level 3 pathway courses. At our Paddington Campus, we have a newly refurbished fitness suite on site with the latest resistance training equipment and the team have excellent industry links which allow us to provide external trips to places such as Wembley Stadium, Manchester Velodrome and Sky Sports Studios.
The successful applicant will coordinate the effective delivery of the Sport study programmes across various levels providing academic leadership for students, creating a curriculum that is engaging, relevant and coherent and in line with local and national priorities. As a Lecturer in Sport, you will develop and maintain up-to-date industry knowledge, bringing in industry professionals, where possible, that are relevant to the Sport curriculum and the employability and skills needs of students. You will support and motivate learners to meet their individual aspiration and goals and will coordinate the tracking of learners' achievements.
In your role you will lead study programmes to attain outstanding achievement and student retention and progression. You will have sound organisational skills, your ability to work cooperatively and contribute positively and creatively to a team is also essential. We also welcome candidates with industry experience, and you will have the opportunity to work towards a teaching qualification. The role will require you to work towards a recognised Level 4 teaching qualification (PGCE/CertEd) or be willing to work towards a Level 5 teaching qualification upon appointment.
The College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to full-vetting procedures including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services Checks. United Colleges Group is committed to fostering a culture of respect, inclusion and belonging, where everyone is valued and supported. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
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