Higher Education Lecturer in Harrow

Department: Watford FC Community Sports and Education Trust

Reporting to: Head of Higher Education

Hours: 2 days a week (14 hours)

Salary: £15,000 (£37,500 pro‑ratio)

Location: Cedars Youth & Community Centre, Chicheley Rd, Harrow, HA3 6QH

Contract Type: Fixed Term 12 months

Closing Date: 8 July 2026

Watford FC Community Sports & Education Trust is the official registered charity of Watford Football Club, working to improve health, wellbeing, and education through sport for over 30 years. The Trust delivers a range of community programmes and partners with Middlesex University to offer a three‑year BSc (Hons) Football Coaching & Performance degree. We are looking for a passionate lecturer to play a key role in the delivery and development of this programme.

Modules Delivered

• Level 4 – Fundamentals of Football Coaching
• Level 5 – Applied Football Coaching & Performance
• Level 5 – Talent Identification & Development

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver high‑quality, inclusive teaching sessions across theoretical and practical settings, including workshops, pitch‑based coaching and off‑site activities.
• Design learning activities that support students in achieving module outcomes and developing industry‑relevant knowledge, skills and behaviours.
• Create, administer and mark assessments in accordance with Middlesex University regulations, providing constructive and timely feedback.
• Monitor student progress, attendance and attainment, implementing interventions to support engagement, retention and outcomes.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes participation, wellbeing, personal development and a sense of belonging.
• Provide academic guidance and support through tutorials, one‑to‑one meetings and other communication channels.
• Maintain the Virtual Learning Environment to ensure access to resources, assessment information and seminar materials.
• Contribute to ongoing review and development of module content and curriculum design, keeping programmes current, innovative and industry‑aligned.
• Participate in quality assurance and course management activities, including assessment boards, moderation, student voice meetings, annual monitoring and curriculum reviews.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of current research, industry trends and professional practice through CPD or internal training.
• Build effective relationships with colleagues, external partners and football industry professionals to enhance curriculum delivery, guest speaker opportunities and student employability.
• Support student recruitment, outreach and marketing activities, including open days and school and college engagement events.
• Coordinate student placement opportunities, industry experiences and enrichment activities that enhance employability and professional development.
• Ensure all activities comply with safeguarding, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion policies and procedures.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree (or working towards) in a relevant discipline such as Football Coaching, Sports Coaching, Sport Science, Performance Analysis or a related subject area.
• Experience of teaching, training, mentoring or facilitating learning within Higher Education, Further Education or a professional football environment.
• Minimum UEFA C Licence (or equivalent) or higher.
• FA National Talent ID & Scouting qualification (or demonstrable experience within talent identification and player recruitment environments).
• Significant industry experience within football coaching, player development, talent identification and/or talent development pathways.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, able to engage and inspire diverse groups of learners.
• Strong organisational, administrative and time‑management skills, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of contemporary football coaching, performance and talent development practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• PG Cert HE or other teaching qualification.
• UEFA B licence or above.

Benefits

• Chance to join an award‑winning charity and work alongside a high‑quality delivery team.
• Opportunities for training and development.
• Free gym usage at both Community Centres.
• Flexible working environment.
• 25 days of annual leave entitlement (pro‑ratio) plus bank holidays.
• Trust pension scheme.

Equal Opportunities

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. The necessary Disclosure and Barring Service check will apply to this post.