Senior Lecturer - Business Management

Responsible to: Associate Dean Business Management

Responsible for: Business Management

Contract/Hours of Work: 40

About Us:

Scholars School System is a national independent higher education provider delivering programmes from Foundation Year to Level 7, in partnership with institutions like Leeds Trinity University. With over 3,000 students currently enrolled and more than 5,000 graduates in the last five years, we are committed to academic excellence, innovation, inclusion, and student success. 

Purpose of the Role 

Scholars School System (SSS) is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Lecturer in Business Management to support the delivery and development of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The postholder will be responsible for teaching, curriculum leadership, assessment, and student support while contributing to academic excellence and innovation across campuses. 

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning, aligned with academic and professional standards
• Oversee the academic journey of students, including progression, personal support, and development
• Lead on module development, review, and delivery using innovative and inclusive teaching methods
• Provide timely and constructive formative and summative feedback, in accordance with internal quality processes
• Coordinate staff teaching cover during absences to ensure continuity of learning
• Act as a personal academic tutor to support individual student progress
• Maintain accurate academic records using Moodle and CRM systems
• Attend academic and operational meetings to support institutional goals
• Design engaging digital learning resources and support blended delivery models
• Participate in quality assurance processes and contribute to academic improvement initiatives
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusivity within the learning environment
• Support scholarly activity and professional development in line with academic duties
• Comply with institutional policies and represent SSS values in professional conduct 

Person Specification 

Essential:

• A Master’s degree in Business, Management, or a related discipline
• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, FHEA)
• Substantial experience of teaching in a higher education setting
• Demonstrated experience in leading modules and engaging in curriculum development
• Evidence of research, academic publication, or professional practice contributions 

Benefits

• Salary is £35,000 - £40,000 plus £5,000  in annual performance-based incentives (pro-rata, subject to successful completion of probation)
• Full-time position working 40 hours per week
• Travel between campuses may be required
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Up to £5,000 in annual incentives (pro-rata), awarded quarterly after successful probation
• 5% annual salary increase from anniversary of start date, subject to performance

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