Full-time Lecturer (Business) - Teaching Certificate, Diploma & Degree
This is a 1-year contract role, with potential renewal or conversion based on performance and organisational headcount.
Principal Accountabilities
Teach Business, Marketing, Statistics, and related business modules across Certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate, and short-course programmes, and contribute to at least one other business discipline such as Management or Human Resource Management.
Undertake the roles of Programme Leader and Module Leader across various programmes, as assigned.
Ensure teaching, assessment and academic delivery are aligned with institutional quality assurance frameworks and university partner requirements.
1. Teaching, Learning and Assessment
Plan, prepare and deliver lessons and set assessment and learning activities to a range of classes (lecturers/tutorials/asynchronous) and age groups of students (including overseas colleges, if required).
Design, develop, review, and update curriculum, learning resources, teaching materials, and learning activities within the approved academic framework.
Set, administer, mark and review coursework and examinations in accordance with approved module specifications and assessment requirements.
Ensure assessments measure intended learning outcomes and support appropriate formative and summative feedback.
Conduct and facilitate internal moderation of coursework, examination papers, marking guides, QPMS examinations, and assessment results.
Review examination papers within relevant areas of specialisation and conduct objective assessments on coursework and examination appeal cases.
Support school-wide academic assessment initiatives, including Question Bank-related projects where required.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of e-learning platforms such as Moodle, Blackboard, and other relevant digital learning technologies
2. Programme Management & Curriculum/Partnership Development
Undertake Programme Leader and/or Module Leader responsibilities and coordinate academic activities to support the effective delivery of programmes and modules.
Ensure programme design, delivery, assessment, and documentation are aligned with PSB Academy's academic framework, quality standards, and institutional requirements.
Evaluate and recommend appropriate teaching and learning resources to support programme objectives and intended learning outcomes.
Develop and implement effective online and blended learning strategies to enhance student engagement and learning experiences.
Support the Assistant Head of School (Academic) in the exploration and development of new programmes and growth opportunities for the School.
Coordinate and prepare documentation and information required for quality assurance reviews, audits, inspections, and other academic assessment exercises.
Undertake programme-related administrative responsibilities and contribute to the smooth operation of academic programmes.
Provide academic advice and guidance to students on academic performance, career development, and progression to further studies.
Engage in scholarly, professional, and knowledge-exchange activities that contribute to curriculum innovation and the advancement of the relevant discipline.
3. Student Success and Academic Advising
Monitor student engagement, academic progression, attendance, performance, and success rates across assigned programmes and modules.
Implement early intervention strategies for students at risk and work with relevant teams to improve retention and achievement.
Provide academic advising and learning support on academic performance, career pathways, and further studies.
4. Academic Staff Management and Development
Manage, guide and support Associate Lecturers to ensure consistency and quality in teaching and academic delivery.
Conduct lecturer induction, mentoring, class observations, feedback discussions, and staff development seminars.
Monitor Associate Lecturer performance in relation to teaching quality, assessment standards, and student learning experience.
5. Research and Professional Development
Maintain an active interest in emerging technologies, developments in education, and continuing professional development.
Engage in research activities and contribute to academic publications, seminars and conferences.
Represent the School on relevant academic committees, where required.
6. Miscellaneous duties
• Other administrative duties/projects as assigned by Reporting Officer.
• Participate in the school’s events, marketing campaigns and projects.
Job Requirements
Master's degree or higher in a Business-related discipline (At least a pass at GCE ‘O’ level or its equivalent in the language medium of the programme/module).
5 to 7 years of experience (Teaching experience preferred).
Experience or knowledge of module and/or programme leadership, development and administration within a higher education environment.
Evidence of engagement in professional practice and the ability to design, deliver and assess a range of modules in and related to specialist areas of professional practice.
Enthusiasm in working in an interdisciplinary context.
Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development.
Experience in working with digital technology including an interest in emerging technology and techniques and maintaining an active interest in related developments within the sector.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Good people skills and ability to handle difficult situations, lead and motivate people.
Ability to work as part of a wider team involving senior managers.
Forward and outlooking approach to the profession.
An understanding of the changing landscape within the education sector nationally and internationally.
Willing to work shift hours i.e. weekday evenings and/or weekends.