Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Junior Lecturer in Business Management
Department: Academic
Reports to: Programme Lead
Location: Tower Hill, Brentford, Croydon.
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Closing Date: 28th Nov 2025
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Job Purpose
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Lecturer in Business Management to join our academic team. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals who are passionate about teaching and supporting student success.
You will support the delivery of engaging and high-quality teaching across our Business programmes, while benefiting from structured training, mentoring, and professional development to build your skills as an educator. This role offers a clear pathway for progression into a Lecturer position.
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Key Responsibilities
1. Teaching & Learning
* Support the delivery of teaching sessions across Business Management programmes (Levels 4–6).
* Assist in preparing lesson plans, teaching materials, and learning resources.
* Co-deliver or independently deliver sessions (with support and guidance).
* Use a range of teaching methods and digital tools to engage students.
* Deliver sessions in-person and/or online as required.
* Provide academic support through tutorials, workshops, and drop-in sessions.
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2. Assessment & Feedback
* Support the preparation and delivery of assessments and coursework.
* Assist with marking and providing constructive feedback (training provided).
* Learn and apply internal assessment and quality assurance processes.
* Maintain accurate student records and meet deadlines with support.
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3. Student Support & Engagement
* Build positive relationships with students and provide guidance on academic progress.
* Support student engagement, attendance, and participation.
* Contribute to a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
* Participate in student reviews and academic support processes.
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4. Professional Development
* Engage in structured training and mentoring programmes.
* Work towards relevant teaching qualifications (e.g., HEA Fellowship or PGCert).
* Develop subject knowledge, teaching practice, and pedagogical skills.
* Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and CPD activities.
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5. General Duties
* Uphold institutional policies including safeguarding, equality, and health & safety.
* Maintain professionalism and act as a positive role model for students.
* Contribute to a collaborative and supportive academic team environment.
Requirements
Essential Criteria
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or a related discipline.
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
* Interest in teaching, training, or working in an academic environment.
* Willingness to learn and develop as an educator.
* Good organisational and teamwork skills.
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Desirable Criteria
* Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field.
* Some teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or training experience.
* Familiarity with virtual learning environments (e.g., Moodle, Teams).
* Interest in pursuing a long-term career in teaching or academia.
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Who This Role Is Ideal For
* Recent graduates in Business or related disciplines.
* Early-career professionals looking to transition into teaching.
* Individuals passionate about education with limited formal teaching experience.
Benefits
Benefits
* Structured onboarding, training, and mentoring programme
* Clear career progression pathway to Lecturer roles
* Support toward professional teaching qualifications (e.g., HEA Fellowship)
* Access to continuous professional development (CPD)
* Staff wellbeing programmes
* Pension scheme
* Flexible working and annual leave arrangements.
No prior teaching experience required – full training and support will be provided.
Requirements
Essential Criteria Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or a related discipline. Strong communication and presentation skills. Interest in teaching, training, or working in an academic environment. Willingness to learn and develop as an educator. Good organisational and teamwork skills. Desirable Criteria Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field. Some teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or training experience. Familiarity with virtual learning environments (e.g., Moodle, Teams). Interest in pursuing a long-term career in teaching or academia.