Sessional Lecturer – Geography, Travel & Tourism

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.

The 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, with potential teaching on BTEC and NCFE vocational programmes across Levels 1–3, including Travel & Tourism, Hospitality, Aviation and Cabin Crew.

• Lead the delivery of A‑level Geography and potentially teach BTEC and NCFE vocational programmes at Levels 1–3.
• Design engaging coursework assignments, develop assessment schedules, and monitor student progress.
• Undertake internal quality assurance and standardisation activities in line with awarding‑body requirements, supporting 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 willing to work towards one).
• Excellent teaching skills with substantial relevant teaching experience on A‑level, BTEC and/or NCFE programmes, and links to industry, external agencies and validating bodies, with an awareness of academic quality standards.
• High personal standards, ability to motivate learners, and good planning, preparation, organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.

• Eligible for salary increase from the annual cost‑of‑living review implemented in the new academic year.
• Pro‑rated pension scheme with significant employer contribution (Teachers Pension or Local Government Pension Scheme).
• Subsidised sports facilities, professional development and training, and a salary‑sacrifice cycling scheme.

The South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer 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 enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.