Hartpury University is looking for an individual to deliver and enhance learning, teaching and assessment across undergraduate and postgraduate level, within the field of sport and exercise nutrition and exercise physiology.
1. The role will include delivery in the sport and exercise science disciplines, specifically Exercise Metabolism and Biochemistry at postgraduate level and Sport and Exercise Physiology at undergraduate level, in both classroom and laboratory environments.
2. The role includes academic administrative duties, including module leadership, and as such, the successful candidate will have demonstrated a track record for supporting a high-quality student experience.
3. The role requires impactful engagement with research or equivalent scholarly activity to support excellence in teaching and learning and the student experience.
About You
4. You will have a relevant sport and exercise postgraduate qualification.
5. Ideally, you will be near completion of a level 8 qualification or have equivalent professional standing in a relevant subject area.
6. You will have an emerging track record of active engagement in scholarship, research and knowledge exchange.
7. You may have experience of applied sport and exercise nutrition and maybe working towards or have achieved professional body accreditation such as SENr.
8. You will hold a teaching qualification or be willing to complete one within two years of appointment.
9. You will be able to provide evidence of making a positive contribution to student outcomes.
10. You will have a willingness to engage with external partners and industry connections.
We offer a fantastic package of including:
11. Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
12. 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
13. Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
14. Generous pension scheme (TPS)
15. Employee Discounts Scheme
16. Onsite fitness facilities
17. Cycle to Work Scheme
18. Support for continuous professional development
19. Flexible working opportunities available
20. Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
21. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, launching in 2026
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas.A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click .
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.