Course Leader HE Sport

About The Role

University Centre Leeds are recruiting for a Course Leader to join our team in the Sports department. The ideal candidate will have experience primarily in the area of Physical Education and Sports Coaching. We are looking for an experienced teacher to contribute to the management and delivery of our courses. You will manage the planning and running of the Sport curriculum, being responsible for the assessment and progress tracking of a cohort of students.

Courses are delivered from our newly built Mabgate Campus where we deliver a variety of HE programmes. Our highly skilled team of specialist teachers and support staff takes pride in developing our students’ personal and employability skills to prepare them for their future life and work. You’ll also contribute to the ongoing development of the curriculum, working collaboratively with colleagues and maintaining links with industry to ensure content stays current and relevant.

Alongside leading the curriculum you’ll support students with guidance around their next steps, preparing them for further study or careers in the sporting industries.

• Plan, prepare and deliver schemes of work, session plans, and a range of engaging teaching, learning and assessment resources using a variety of teaching approaches to meet diverse learner needs. You will assess student work, provide clear and constructive feedback, and maintain accurate records of progress across the curriculum
• Teaching the principles and practical skills to help our students along the path to a career in sporting industries.
• Reflect on and continuously improve your teaching practice, maintain current subject knowledge, and contribute to the review and development of courses to ensure they remain current, relevant, and aligned with industry expectations.
• Develop and apply effective assessment strategies, take part in internal verification and moderation processes, and contribute to maintaining high quality standards. You will use evidence-based approaches to promote high levels of retention, achievement, attendance and overall student success.
• Working as part of a team to create a nurturing, positive environment for the students.
• Overseeing the development and running of the course. This includes having oversight of student retention and progress, as well as ensuring quality in the delivery of the curriculum.

• Relevant, up to date knowledge of your subject specialism.
• Able to strategise and co-ordinate delivery of the curriculum.
• Hold a relevant vocational qualification or degree in subject area
• Hold, or be working towards a recognised teaching qualification.
• Enthusiastic and committed to the development and growth of the department.
• Comfortable delivering to student groups
• An effective communicator with strong organisational skills, able to manage your time and track student progress confidently.

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

• Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays
• Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• People’s Pension Scheme
• Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
• Qualifications Including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership And Management Courses.
• Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
• Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities:
  Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

At University Centre Leeds, we provide a supportive higher education environment designed to promote and enhance independent learning. We have access to industry standard equipment unique to many of our subject areas. These range from our makeup studios to practical science labs. We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow.

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