16th October, 2025
Sports Lecturer
Salary: £28,056 – £29,313 per annum
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Annual Leave: 44 days
Pension: Teachers’ Pension Scheme
About the Role
Think FE are recruiting on behalf of a well-respected college in Northampton is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sports Lecturer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of students across a range of Sport Studies programmes.
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, training, and assessment to students and other client groups. You will also contribute to curriculum development, student support, and quality assurance processes across the department.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging and effective teaching across a range of Sport programmes
- Assess student work and provide constructive feedback
- Support the development and continuous improvement of Sport Studies courses
- Provide academic and pastoral support to students, maintaining high standards of discipline
- Participate in recruitment activities including open events and careers conventions
- Engage in internal verification, auditing, and quality assurance to maintain exemplary standards
Essential Criteria - A degree in Sport Science or a closely related discipline
- Experience delivering sport-related teaching or training
- Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills
- Commitment to supporting and motivating students from a range of backgrounds
- Willingness to engage in quality assurance and internal verification activities
Desirable Criteria - A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed, Level 5 in Education & Training)
- Experience developing course content and curriculum
- Understanding of FE sector expectations, standards, and student support mechanisms
- Previous involvement in student recruitment or outreach activities
What’s on offer? - £28,056 – £29,313 per annum
- 44 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Opportunities for continued professional development
- A supportive, forward-thinking environment with a commitment to high standards in teaching and learning
Next steps
Once you’ve applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.
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