We are looking for an outstanding Senior Lecturer to provide inspirational leadership and practical management of our business degree apprenticeship portfolio. The successful candidate will have a record of skills, knowledge, and experience in course leadership and subject expertise in Marketing.
You will join a close-knit group of academics who develop and deliver on a varied programme of research-informed teaching sessions, workshops, seminars, and practitioner experiences. You will manage the portfolio of Degree Apprenticeships starting with the Retail Leadership Degree Apprenticeship.
You will plan, review, deliver, and assess a range of contemporary modules and be expected to expand the portfolio.
The Person
The Person appointed will make a significant contribution to the development of the business schools apprenticeship portfolio as well as being directly engaged with course development and lecturing activities. As such, they should have good leadership qualities and skills and be able to communicate and work effectively with other academics and employer partners. Experience of either apprenticeships and/or retail knowledge will be an advantage.
You will hold a master’s level qualification and have a track record of industry relevant experience. If you haven't already achieved the relevant level of UKPSF recognition, you will be required to do so before the end of your probation period.
On a personal level, going above and beyond to deliver exceptional leadership, teaching and support to our students will be your core motivation.
Constantly seeking to improve, you will scrutinise your own work and that of the course team, build private and public sector networks, and work collaboratively to enhance the faculty's reputation in higher education and apprenticeship circles.
The Faculty
The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences combines Kingston Business School and the School of Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences. Driven by a forward-thinking approach, the faculty is dynamic, innovative and ambitious. We focus on business and social challenges that impact us all such as decision making, sustainable development and individual resilience.
Together, the schools strive to nurture socially responsible, well-informed and actively engaged members of society who graduate as adaptable, ambitious and solutions-focused professionals.
Practical experience and real-life learning is at the heart of our degrees. Our graduates will be equipped with the skills to manage and navigate a world that needs employees to be digitally skilled and to have highly developed people management skills, emotional intelligence as well as innovative, entrepreneurial drive.
Kingston Business School
At Kingston Business School, we develop future-focused, enterprising professionals and leaders who are highly sought after for their ability to challenge, innovate, create, and collaborate. Our graduates contribute meaningfully to society and the economy, becoming influential business leaders and job creators.
We hold prestigious accreditations from the Association of MBAs (AMBA), the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD), and the Small Business Charter (SBC), placing us among a select group of globally recognised business schools.
We offer a vibrant, inclusive, and collegial environment, bringing together a diverse international community of academics and professional staff, where innovation in teaching, impactful research, and cross-disciplinary collaboration are actively supported.
Our £26 million, sustainability-focused Business School building provides an inspiring environment for staff and students, reinforcing our commitment to developing responsible, future-ready leaders.
Further information
We offer a range of benefits, including:
35 days annual leave Full time equivalent
- Generous pension scheme (LGPS or TPS)- Employee Assistance Programme helps with any work-related problems having a wider impact on your life and gives you access to the savings centre- Discounts on Perks a Work
Course fee waiver scheme and discounted courses across the University
Learn new skills with priority access to thousands of courses via LinkedIn Learning
This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £50,160.00 per annum
Interviews are expected to be held in person on Monday 18 May 2026.
For informal enquiries, please contact Mrs Victoria Walsh, Head of Department of Management.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
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