Sessional Lecturer - Geography, Travel & Tourism

Kingston College
22/06/2026
£41.32 - £49.71 per hour

Please note that this post is funded for the 2026/27 academic year onwards so the successful candidate would not be expected to commence in post prior to August 2026.

Commercial Industries and Access School at Kingston College is seeking a Sessional Lecturer with expertise in Geography to lead the delivery of A-level Geography and potentially teach vocational programmes across the curriculum area including BTEC and NCFE qualifications at Levels 1, 2 and 3, such as Travel & Tourism, Hospitality, Aviation and Cabin Crew, depending on the successful candidate's experience.

• Deliver A-level Geography and selected vocational courses
• Design engaging coursework assignments that inspire learners
• Implement agreed schemes of work, assessment schedules and student monitoring procedures
• Carry out assessment, internal quality assurance and standardisation activities in line with awarding body requirements
• Support external quality assurance processes as required

• Degree or professional qualification in Geography, Travel & Tourism, Tourism Management, Aviation Management or a closely related discipline
• Teaching qualification (or willingness to work toward one)
• Energy, enthusiasm and passion for the subject and education
• Excellent teaching skills and substantial relevant teaching experience on A-level, BTEC and/or NCFE programmes
• Links to industry, external agencies and validating bodies with an awareness of academic quality standards
• High personal standards and expectations; ability to support, motivate and empathise with learners, including monitoring their progress
• Good planning, preparation, organisational and administrative skills with a strong attention to detail

• Annual cost‑of‑living review salary increase eligibility
• Excellent pension scheme with significant employer contribution (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme)
• Subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training opportunities
• Salary sacrifice cycle-to-work scheme
• Pro‑rated benefits package for part‑time staff

South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and encourage applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.