Job Reference
3445
Application Closing Date
09/07/2026
Division, Department
PeoplesFuture Limited (PFL) ,PFL School of Science
Salary
Competitive starting salary range from £38,781 up to £44,093 per annum (dependent upon experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered
Mode
Permanent , Full Time
Our Mission
PeoplesFuture Ltd (a sister company of Coventry University) provides a sector leading, dedicated inclusive service to Coventry University Group students supporting their successful global education experience and graduate employment outcomes. Tailoring our service to each students’ individual needs and career aspirations, we are an integral part of the student journey that starts at enrolment and continues beyond graduation.
Our dedicated Teaching Fellow team are subject specialists focused on delivering student education, which is active, social, applied, and inclusive within our vibrant and varied education environment.
The Role
As a Lecturer (Teaching) in Sport Coaching you will undertake teaching and course co-ordination while supporting the development and delivery of undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional programs and other core activities ensuring students have an effective learning experience.
Based within the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and Science you will work closely with other academic colleagues to enrich the student learning and teaching experience to ensure, as appropriate, relevant aspects of research, enterprise and professional context are embedded in modules and courses.
Duties include:
Teach on modules and courses at HE levels 4-7 in relevant academic subject areas including curation, adaptation and creation of module teaching materials, delivering a variety of types of students learning sessions and supporting students as appropriate through informal and formal communication throughout teaching semesters
The role would contribute to teaching on a range of topics across our sports courses including, but not limited to; sports coaching, psychology, motor learning, pedagogy, physical development / physical literacy, research methods and project supervision
Continuous improvement of the student experience and have clear appreciation of industry application and impact
Demonstrate a passion for coach development and evidence practical coaching skills
A clear appreciation of the connectivity between theory and practice and the ability to foster industry partnerships to develop partnership for both student placements and both staff and student project work
Qualifications Required
Master’s degree in an appropriate subject or Honours Degree with appropriate professional qualification and/or membership
A teaching qualification or acceptance of the requirement to acquire one if not already held
PhD or active membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous
Our Successful Candidate
You will have demonstrable experience of successful teaching at higher education levels 4-7 in Sports Coaching with high standards of teaching, learning and student engagement consistent with our reputation and track record as a high-quality provider of teaching and learning.
Enthusiastic and self-motivated, you will have experience supporting, enhancing and engaging in an ‘active learning’ pedagogy with evidence in proactively supporting student success.
As a global education provider, experience and awareness of learners cultural differences and expectations with the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds is essential.
Innovation and collaboration are key to our success, therefore the ability to work both independently and part of a wider team with the willingness to engage in flexible ways of working are key skills required for this role.
Experience of previously working/teaching within a school environment (ages 12-16years) would be advantageous.
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.
The Benefits
Along with a competitive salary we offer an industry leading Rewards and Benefits package which includes:
Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
Life Assurance 4x Salary
BUPA Cash Plan
50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants
CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
Cycle To Work scheme
Our Culture
As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.
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We look forward to hearing from you!
