Business Lecturer Job Description
Scholars School System is a project of UK CURRICULUM & ACCREDITATION BODY (UKCAB, a registered charity founded in 2006) having campuses across the United Kingdom which includes Birmingham, Bradford, Leicester, London, and Manchester is looking for a Business Lecturer with HE experience.
Scholars School System is a national independent higher education provider, offering world-class education. Taught programs, ranging from Foundation Year through to Level 7, delivered in partnership with institutions such as Leeds Trinity University. Over 5000 (UK and EU) learners have completed their learning journey in the last five years with the current student population being over 3000.
Our core values are important because
1. We share a common set of values across everything we do which helps to define who we are and how we behave.
2. We put our students and our community at the heart of all that we do.
3. We foster excellence, innovation, and creativity.
4. We celebrate diversity, inclusion, equality, and the breaking down of barriers to success.
5. We have high expectations of ourselves, our students, and our partners.
Reports to: Associate Dean and Head of Department.
Job Overview:
Scholars School System is seeking to appoint a Lecturer to support the provision of the Business Management curriculum at undergraduate and postgraduate level, with a strong emphasis on teaching, learning and related activities to support student academic experience.
Working with colleagues across the organisation to sustain and support SSS in meeting its key objectives and targets.
Responsibilities:
With oversight from the Head of Department and Year Lead, manage all aspects of student academic journey, including maintaining accurate student records and overall student progression.
To contribute through module and / or course leadership to maintain quality and achieve academic excellence
To contribute to the assessment process, for students including marking and moderation of work individually or collectively as part of a team in accordance with quality assurance procedures
Contribute to the design and development of innovative, inclusive and inspiring resources including e-learning
To act as a personal academic tutor where required in supporting individual learner progress
To ensure that all teaching, learning and assessment activities meets the requirements of SSS quality assurance processes and external quality standards
Promote innovation and excellence in student education maximising the benefits of digital and other resources to support learning, with a focus on student partnership.
Work with professional services staff and attend meetings as requested to enhance the student journey
Carry out academic administrative duties and participate in relevant committees as required
Ensure that teaching is informed by contemporary research, scholarship, knowledge exchange, professional practice and develop the ability of students to engage in debate, critical discourse and thinking
Where appropriate, undertake research, scholarship, knowledge transfer and dissemination through publication
Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the role; participate in appropriate training activities
Play an integral role in the promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion where and students are valued and have a sense of belonging.
Person Specification: Please ensure that your application statement provides clear and specific examples to illustrate how you meet each essential criterion. Applicants who fail to do so will not be shortlisted.
Requirements
Essential:
Masters’ degree in Business Management or business-related field.
UK Teaching Experience (Minimum 24 months experience).
PGCert / Fellowship in FHCA Status
Enthusiasm for delivering a high-quality education experience.
A record of leading a successful program development thought leadership in educational pedagogy.
Experience supervising student work, marking, assessment, and providing support and feedback.
Experience working with professional services to enhance student learning.
Previous experience in course leadership, and module leadership is desirable.
Proficiency in using different technologies to deliver teaching and learning.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to express ideas clearly both verbal and written.
Excellent organisational, project, and time management skills.
Ability to think creatively and with vision and the willingness to suggest and try new and creative approaches to problems.
Ability to educate and engage students effectively.
Demonstrated leadership qualities within an academic setting.
Proficient in English language, both spoken and written.
Skills & Knowledge
A commitment to creating an environment for students to thrive, that is inclusive, promotes equality, and supports diversity.
Ability to provide and respond to constructive feedback, monitor and address performance, and building trust and teamwork.
Ability to collaborate with others to fulfil institutional goals, and build trust and reputation internally and externally.
Ability to solve complex problems and respond constructively to ongoing change and development.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
Salary and Benefits
£30,000.00 - £35,000.00 per year (depending on qualifications and experience).
Up to £5k annual incentives pro-rata given quarterly on meeting KPIs upon successful probation period.
Holiday entitlement is 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
5% annual increase per year on completion from your start date of service and on meeting KPIs.
Complimentary lunch provided on working days
Job Types
Full-time, Permanent.
Basic hours are 9am to 6pm onsite.
This role may involve travel to other campuses, with all travel costs reimbursed.
Join us in a vibrant academic environment that fosters growth and development for both staff and students. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team of educators.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
Education:
- Master's (preferred)
Experience:
- Teaching: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- PGCE / FHEA (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person