About us
It’s an exciting time to join London South Bank University (LSBU) Group. With the launch of our new LSBU Group Strategy, Connecting, we’re shaping the future of tertiary education for a global, technology-driven economy – rooted in London.
Professional and technical education has been central to LSBU Group’s mission since our founding in 1892. Today, as London’s first integrated tertiary education group, we continue to lead the way on learner-centred, skills-focused education.
Comprising London South Bank University, South Bank Colleges and South Bank Academies, connectivity lies at the heart of all we do.
Since 2019, LSBU Group has grown beyond its three founding institutions to form a powerful network of learners, staff, alumni, employers and policymakers – united in our mission: to challenge social and economic inequalities through applied education, insight and partnership.
We are a powerhouse for inclusive education, enterprise and economic growth, connecting potential to opportunity and enabling people to thrive. Our Group network enables us to create learning pathways and connect people and organisations. This ensures learners are supported through the education system to achieve their full potential and can contribute their skills and energies locally and to wider society.
Our new strategy, Connecting, sets out a bold, ambitious vision for LSBU Group and it’s developed in collaboration with colleagues, student groups, partners and stakeholders.
Focused on delivering good jobs for all our learners, we are proud to be employer and skills led, delivering excellent professional and technical teaching which supports future talent and careers to deliver impact for London and beyond.
Working for us
Turning passion into purpose
Our ambition is to create educational pathways that empower people of all backgrounds and talents to realise their aspirations, add to the knowledge base, and contribute their skills and drive to wider society.
To realise our ambition, we need people with energy, courage and imagination, who are enthused by our vision and recognise our values as theirs; people who bring ideas to enrich our approach to learning, research and innovation; collaborative people who love creating and spreading knowledge; brilliant people who seek growth and yearn to make a positive, personal difference.
At LSBU Group, you will get to contribute to a vibrant and dynamic culture, which is fuelled by purpose, built around people, and is genuinely diverse. You will be trusted and recognised for your unique contribution.
You will be part of a great team, turning your passion into purpose.
The role
London South Bank University are excited to be recruiting for the post of Sports Development Officer.
This position offers the successful candidate with the opportunity to inspire the development of our students, staff and community through sport and physical activity. Working as part of the Sports Development Department, this position will be responsible for coordinating, developing and growing our student sports offer, which includes Sports Scholarships, Sports Clubs, Recreational Sport, and Pop-Up Sport. Additionally, there will be responsibility for supporting the coordination of the Sports Ambassador Scheme, Coach Education Programme, Community Sport Programme, and a range of Events & Initiatives.
The postholder will develop and maintain excellent relationships with internal departments, external organisations, and key stakeholders, to develop and grow the sports and physical activity offer at the University.
What you will bring
We are looking to hear from candidates who have the following skills/experience:
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Good understanding of the sporting landscape and the structure and relationship of the organisations that operate within it, with a focus on HE sport.
- Experience of coordinating & developing a sports & physical activity offer (preferably in HE Sport)
- Experience in workforce development (relevant for; Club Committee; Student Leadership; and Sports Ambassador Scheme development)
- Proven ability to maintain and develop excellent relationships with internal departments, external organisations, and key stakeholders
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and customer-service services which meet the needs of a diverse community. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential
- Experience in demonstrating the impact of work through data collection and KPI reporting, surveys, qualitative and quantitative analysis, reports and more.
The ideal candidate will be degree educated, be highly motivated, and be able to work on their own initiative, proactively engaging students and community members in sports and physical activity programmes at the University. Furthermore, a keen eye for detail to deliver, develop and grow high-quality programmes is essential.
A full list of key responsibilities and the required skills and experience for this role can be found on the attached Candidate Pack.
Benefits and How to Apply:
As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 26.5 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working.
The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack attached. Applications must be submitted via the "Apply Online" button
For an informal conversation ahead of applying please feel free to contact the hiring manager for this position, Sports Development Manager, Marcus Webber -
[email protected]
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 26th August 23.59 pm
Interview/assessment - Thursday 3rd September
We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route, more details on this can be found within the candidate pack.
If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team
[email protected]
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.
