Lecturer in Sport (Strength and Conditioning) Higher Education
£25.54 Per Hour (Your hourly rate covers teaching, preparation, admin, and holiday pay)
16.5 Hours Per Week
We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Lecturer in Sport Science (Strength and Conditioning) to join our Higher Education team on a sessional, fixed-term basis until 31 July 2026.
In this role, you will deliver engaging and innovative teaching in strength and conditioning, as well as sport and exercise therapy and rehabilitation. You’ll inspire students on our degree-level programmes, support their academic and personal development, and prepare them for success in the graduate employment market.
You will bring:
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A Master’s degree or PhD in Sport Science (or related discipline, e.g. Strength & Conditioning) and a BSc in Sport Science or similar.
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Recent industry experience in strength and conditioning.
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A Level 5 teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards).
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Excellent communication skills and a commitment to student success.
It would be an advantage if you have experience in curriculum development, research in performance or therapy, or teaching in Higher Education.
Shortlisting for this role will be based solely on the information provided in the application form. CVs will not be considered during the shortlisting process. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification.
For the Vacancy Pack and Person Specification please click here.
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Bishop Burton College promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.
Benefits
In addition to working in a beautiful rural environment, you will benefit from the following:
- Teachers Pension Scheme This is a defined benefit scheme with generous employer contributions
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free car parking
- A range of on-site catering facilities
- Optional health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership at the on-site gym
- Dedicated health and wellbeing programme
- Career development opportunities
- Free will writing service
- Generous sick pay and compassionate leave scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
- Free eye tests
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The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the points-based system.
If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at human.resources@bishopburton.ac.uk or telephone 01964 553167.
Closing date: Monday 25th August 2025
Interview date: W/C 1st September 2025
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding check will be carried out on the successful candidate. Bishop Burton College is committed to Equal Opportunities for all. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
