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Lecturer in Travel & Tourism
1. Hours: 37 hours per week
2. Salary: £33,202 to £42,266 per annum
3. Location: Wakefield College
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Lecturer in Travel & Tourism to join our Business, Leisure & Tourism team.
The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of a brilliant student experience for learners across a range of Travel and Tourism courses with a focus on developing learners ready for their next steps and in turn achievement of their qualifications.
As a Lecturer in Travel & Tourism, you will teach across a range of courses across our provision and, as part of a team of specialists, contribute to the development and organisation of the curriculum.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual with enthusiasm for teaching and learning. The successful applicant will be professional with high standards and fully committed to ensuring our students achieve their full potential, helping them along their learner journey.
As a Lecturer in Travel & Tourism, you should:
4. Hold a degree in Travel & Tourism or another related subject and/or relevant industry experience
5. Hold GCSE A* - C / 9 - 4 in Maths and English or level 2 equivalent as a minimum
6. Hold a PGCE or other recognised full teaching qualification
7. Experience of working with 16–18 year olds, ideally in a teaching capacity
8. Experience as a teacher/lecturer in Travel and Tourism or a similar qualification
See what we have to offer and come and join us…
Benefits include:
9. Generous Annual Leave (37 days annual leave pro rata + bank holidays + 5 College closure days)
10. Personal and Professional Development opportunities, including a comprehensive induction and teacher development programme
11. Discounted Metro Card Scheme
12. Good Pension Scheme
13. Access to Employee Assistance Programme
14. Cycle to Work Scheme
15. Reduced price personal gym membership
16. Access to a wide range of high street discounts (retail, supermarkets, and restaurants)
17. Annual Staff Recognition Awards
Closing date: 31st May 2026
Direct applicants only, no agency CV’s
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to pre-employment vetting in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, this includes an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS. Sight of evidence of all essential qualifications as outlined in the Person Specification must also be provided.
All posts within the Group are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This means that applicants are not entitled to withhold information about any convictions that are not "Protected" which for other purposes are "spent" under the provisions of the act.
If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal record check from the country/countries you have worked/resided in if you are the preferred candidate for the post.
We are proud to be awarded the Investors in Diversity Silver accreditation by the National Centre for Diversity, for our successful implementation of FREDIE (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Engagement). We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all
Safeguarding Statement
heart of Yorkshire education group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.