ASTA Lead Instructor


Company:	University of Portsmouth
Salary:	£45,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Portsmouth, PO1 2UP
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	9 Sept 2026
Closing date:	27 Sept 2026

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Summary

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.

Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.

Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

The Role:

The Lead Instructor will prepare courses, deliver the training and certification of delegates and will also oversee the daily functions of the company, ensuring that activities and workloads are efficiently organised, and resources are effectively utilised. This role requires strong management, communication and networking skills, as well as the ability to operate effectively and collegially with others in the company and across the University.

The interviews are currently anticipated to be held on 6 October 2026.

If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Hannah Horwood at hannah.horwood@port.ac.uk

Salary Information:

New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade, from where the individual will (in addition to receiving annual cost-of-living-related increases) progress through the pay range to the maximum for the grade, within a reasonable timeframe. This ensures fairness, consistency and transparency in our pay structures. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from our normal policy.

UKVI Statement

Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement:

We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect.

Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

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