University Teacher in Physical Education

Part-time (0.4 FTE, 14.8 hours per week); Fixed Term to 30 September 2028

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:

Joining the Learning and Teaching Discipline Group in Physical Education, Sport Pedagogy and Coaching within the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University, the successful candidate will teach across the Sport Programmes at the foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate level. We envisage specific emphasis to teaching on modules related to physical education, academic skills, social science, and teacher education. The candidate will teach across multiple programmes, with a primary focus on those listed below (see below links).

• Sport Science, Coaching and Physical Education BSc | Undergraduate study
• Post-Graduate Certificate in Education Secondary Physical Education | Postgraduate study

The majority of the work will consist of on-site teaching duties, with the opportunity for some hybrid working to undertake content planning and marking.

About the Department

The School of Sport Exercise and Health Sciences (SSEHS) is a multi-disciplinary school committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. It upholds the highest standards of excellence in research, innovation, and pedagogy across the full spectrum of disciplines within sport, exercise, health and wellbeing.

About You

To be successful we are looking for candidates with the following key experiences and skills.

• Excellence in teaching foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate students within academia.
• Passion for developing and improving taught content, both at a module and programme level.
• High level of communication skills.
• Evidence of using innovative teaching methodologies to enhance students’ learning experience.
• Have achieved, or be on a pathway to achieve, professional accreditation in teaching practice.
• Relevant subject specific knowledge within the area of physical education and physical education teacher education.

Why should you Apply?

With huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow. 

If this sounds like the right place, team and role for you please do get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Rachel Sandford, Learning and Teaching Discipline Group Lead for Physical Education, Sport Pedagogy and Coaching, via email to R.A.Sandford@lboro.ac.uk

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Our Benefits 

We’re committed to creating an environment where you can flourish. You’ll enjoy generous time off, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, plus a holiday purchase scheme. Other benefits include flexible and hybrid working options, family-friendly support, world-class sporting facilities, and a wide range of financial, health, and sustainability perks. Discover more about our full range of rewards and benefits.

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