Lecturer in Business Management & Hospitality - Foundation School

Inspire future business and hospitality leaders through hands-on, industry-led teaching at one of the UK’s most dynamic creative colleges.

Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Work Pattern: Weekdays and evenings (Negotiable)

We’re looking for passionate, forward-thinking Lecturers in Business and/ or Hospitality Management to join our growing academic team in September 2026.

If you’re an inspiring educator who can connect academic theory with real-world business or hospitality practice — and you’re committed to inclusive, hands-on learning — this is your opportunity to shape the next generation of future leaders at a dynamic, industry-connected college.

About the Programmes

At London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA), we deliver innovative programmes designed for diverse learners—from those beginning their journey at Level 3 to those preparing for management and leadership roles.

The Foundation School is one of the largest and most vibrant departments in the College. We offer a variety of Foundation Degrees, as well as providing critical Level 3 entry point for students progressing into a wide range of degrees across Social Sciences and the Creative Arts.

We are currently recruiting for lecturers to teach across: Foundation Degree (FdA) Applied Business Management, Foundation Degree (FdA) Hospitality and Event Management, and Level 3 Foundation Year Business and Hospitality Pathways:

As part of the Global University Systems (GUS) network and in partnership with the University for the Creative Arts (UCA), LCCA blends theory with real-world experience through experiential learning, live briefs, and industry collaboration.

The Role You’ll play a vital role in shaping learning experiences across Foundation Year and Foundation Degree programmes — inspiring students through applied, inclusive, and reflective teaching.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across Foundation and/or FdA Business, Hospitality and Academic Skills modules.
• Provide academic and pastoral support that encourages progression and success.
• Use innovative, experiential learning methods to make teaching relevant and industry informed.
• Collaborate with colleagues and industry partners to enhance curriculum and employability opportunities.
• Participate in scholarly activity, professional practice, or research to maintain subject expertise.
• Embed digital learning and inclusive approaches to support diverse learners.

About You

You’re a motivated academic or industry professional who thrives on helping students grow in confidence and capability. You bring both subject expertise and a genuine passion for teaching through doing. 

Essential:

• A relevant BA and postgraduate qualification (or equivalent professional experience) in Business, Hospitality, or a related discipline.
• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCert or equivalent).
• Experience teaching at levels 3, 4, and 5.
• Experience teaching or supporting students from a widening participation background.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive and experiential pedagogy.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills. Confidence using digital learning platforms and tools.

Desirable:

• PhD or equivalent professional standing.
• Fellowship (or working towards Fellowship) of the Higher Education Academy (HEA).
• Strong professional or industry networks that enhance student employability.

Why Join LCCA?

• Thrive in a creative, diverse, and collaborative teaching community.
• Shape your teaching schedule — weekday, evening, or weekend delivery.
• Access support for professional development, research, and enterprise activity.
• Empower students with the skills, confidence, and creativity to thrive in business and hospitality industries.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about progressive, hands-on education and ready to empower the next generation of business leaders, we’d love to hear from you.

Please include your subject specialisms and preferred teaching availability (day/evening/weekend) in your application.

LCCA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to ensuring our workforce is reflective of our diverse student population, striving to increase the representation of age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background of our employees.

We’re also committed to providing adjustments to those who may require support with the recruitment process - please contact the LCCA Talent Acquisition Team collegedivisionrecruitment@gus.global

Please note: For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licenced sponsor.

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