Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer (Business Management)

Job Title: Assistant Lecturer/ Lecturer (Business Management)

Work Location: Leicester Campus

Term: Full-time (Permanent)

Salary: £28,000-£34,000 per annum (Based on experience)

Expected Start Date: ASAP

About Us:

Since 1998, CECOS College London has been recognised as a prestigious name in further and higher education in the UK. Our mission is to provide and promote opportunities for personal, professional and academic growth for students from all backgrounds. The programmes that we offer are market-oriented and are structured to meet the demands of the future. Our courses help each individual develop the tools, gain the skills, and enhance the abilities required to become a productive individual. CECOS offers its students an educational experience which is shaped by commitment, enthusiasm, discipline, effectiveness, insight and creativity: an educational experience which can withstand the demands of the contemporary world. We prepare all our students for the next stage of their life, whether it’s a progression to achieve a university degree or to apply their skills and knowledge in the market.

Our Mission

To work together to create a better future for all through education, enterprise and employment.

Our Values

Our values are the principles that guide the way we do things. They represent the aspirations of our individual and collective behaviour. To achieve our mission, we will endeavour to put these values at the heart of everything we do.

Achievement We are ambitious. We set high standards for the College and all its students and staff. We help people transform their lives through education, experience, support and inspiration.

Inclusion We are an open, welcoming and supportive College. Our commitment to equality and diversity underpins everything we do. We build and sustain positive relationships with many communities.

Excellence We aim for excellence in teaching, learning and assessment on all our courses wherever they are delivered. We believe in taking a creative and innovative approach to our courses and encourage our students to develop their own strategies and solutions to their tasks.

Focus We are a forward looking professional organisation working towards our shared strategy for engaging the wider social and economic environment.

Integrity We work to uphold our values in our planning and decision making, our teaching and learning, our actions and relationships. We aim to be fair, open, honest and accountable to the communities we serve and to treat all with respect.

About the role:

We are seeking passionate Lecturers to join us to deliver high-quality teaching and contribute to academic activities within Business Management. The role involves preparing and delivering lectures, leading tutorials and seminars, assessing student work, and supporting curriculum development. Lecturers will work collaboratively with colleagues and provide academic guidance to enhance students’ learning experience.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Teaching and Instruction:

o Develop and deliver lectures, seminars, and tutorials.

o Create and update course materials and assessments aligned with learning outcomes.

o Use innovative teaching methods to enhance student engagement and learning.

2. Scholarly Activities:

o Conduct research and scholarly activities in Business Management.

o Publish research findings in reputable journals and present at conferences.

o Contribute to the advancement of knowledge and discipline.

3. Student Support and Mentoring:

o Advise and mentor students on academic and career-related matters.

o Hold regular office hours for student consultation and support.

4. Curriculum Development:

o Participate in curriculum development and review processes.

o Ensure course content is current, relevant, and meets accreditation standards.

5. Service and Collaboration:

o Serve on departmental and university committees as assigned.

o Collaborate with colleagues on academic initiatives and projects.

o Contribute to the academic community through service activities.

What We’re Looking For:

1. Essential Criteria:

o A Master’s degree in a relevant business-related discipline

o Experience teaching in Higher Education, with strong digital literacy and online delivery skills

o Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

o Understanding of Higher Education quality assurance and validation processes

o A flexible, student-centred approach with a commitment to continuous

improvement

o Willingness to work towards Advance HE Fellowship (if not already achieved)

2. Desirable Criteria:

o A PhD (or close to completion), or equivalent industry experience

o Engagement in research, enterprise, or knowledge exchange activities

o A recognised teaching qualification

o Experience in leading academic modules or teams

What We Offer:

o A diverse and inclusive academic environment

o Clear pathways for professional development and career progression

o Opportunities to contribute to curriculum innovation and scholarly practice

o Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture

o Full guidance and funding for Advance HE Fellowship

o Assistance with the Advance HE membership process

Working Hours & Flexibility:

o Full-time: 40 hours per week

o Flexibility required – schedule may include evening and weekend work

Safeguarding Commitment:

CECOS College London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff, contractors and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice at every stage of the process, and all appointments are subject to satisfactory checks.

The role is responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of learners and colleagues they come into contact with. They must follow the College’s Safeguarding and Prevent Policy and Staff Code of Conduct, complete required training, maintain professional boundaries and report any concern to the Designated Safeguarding Lead without delay.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

CECOS College London is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We recruit and select on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will discuss how we can support you.

Pre Employment Checks:

All offers of engagement are conditional on satisfactory completion of the College’s checks, which are carried out in the same way for every candidate. These include two written references, one from your most recent employer or client or, if you have not worked before, from your school, college or training provider. We also verify your identity, right to work in the UK and qualifications, and carry out an enhanced DBS check at the level for which this role is eligible.

This role is eligible for an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. You will be asked to declare any convictions and cautions that are not protected. Protected convictions and cautions do not need to be declared and will not be taken into account.

Your Personal Data  :

CECOS College London is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. 

Personal data provided as part of your application (including your CV and any supporting documents) will be used solely for the purpose of assessing your suitability for this role and for related recruitment and selection activities. Your information will be retained securely for a limited period in line with our Data Retention Policy and then deleted or anonymised. 

By submitting an application, you consent to the processing of your data for recruitment purposes. For further details, please refer to the College’s Privacy Notice, available on our website or upon request. 

Join us at CECOS College London and make a positive impact on the lives of our students by supporting their wellbeing and success.