Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology - Teaching & Research

About Us
London South Bank University is a modern, dynamic university that forms a central part of the LSBU Group, London’s first integrated tertiary education group. Comprising London South Bank University, South Bank Colleges, and South Bank Academies, we continue to lead the way on learner-centred, skills-focused education. Connectivity lies at the heart of all we do, and together we form a powerful network of learners, staff, alumni, employers and policymakers – united in our mission: to challenge social and economic inequalities through applied education, insight and partnership.

Our new strategy, Connecting, sets out a bold, ambitious vision for LSBU Group and it’s developed in collaboration with colleagues, student groups, partners and stakeholders. Focused on delivering good jobs for all our learners, we are proud to be employer and skills led, delivering excellent professional and technical teaching which supports future talent and careers to deliver impact for London and beyond.

Through Connecting, we will redefine tertiary education for a global, technology-driven economy – rooted in London.

Working for us
Our ambition is to create educational pathways that empower people of all backgrounds and talents to realise their aspirations, add to the knowledge base, and contribute their skills and drive to wider society.

To realise our ambition, we need people with courage and imagination, who are enthused by our vision and recognise our values as theirs; people who bring ideas to enrich our approach to learning, research and innovation and collaborative people who love creating and spreading knowledge.

You will be part of a great team, turning your passion into purpose.

The role
London South Bank University are excited to be recruiting for a Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology. The role holder will contribute to teaching, assessment, curriculum development, student support and sustained research activity in the Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences subject area. The post also offers the opportunity to participate in citizenship activities within the School/College and more widely at a central level supporting all Colleges.

About You:

• Will have completed, or be close to completing, a PhD or an equivalent doctoral level award in a field of Sport Psychology.
• HCPC-registered or on track to become a ‘Sport and Exercise Psychologist’.
• Experience of teaching and supporting students in higher education and be enthusiastic about delivering an inclusive and engaging student experience.
• Research active with evidence of productivity in the form of peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.

Benefits and How to Apply:
As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers a competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 35 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working.

The person specification and applicant guidance are in the candidate pack; click “Apply”.

The closing date: 21/10/2026.

Interview/assessment: 09/11/2026.

We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.

Depending on your circumstances, this role may or may not be eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route, more details can be found within the candidate pack.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.

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