Computer Studies Lecturer

GEDU Global Education; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 45,900 - 56,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement for development courses

Flexible benefits like Cycle to Work

Job summary

An educational institution in Brierley Hill seeks a Lecturer in Computing to deliver and assess modules for their BSc (Hons) Computing programme. This role requires a Master’s degree, UK HE lecturing experience, and knowledge in programming, cybersecurity, and database systems. The lecturer will be involved in planning and delivering course materials and supporting student engagement. This position offers a salary of £51,000, full-time contract, and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject area, PhD desirable.
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge in programming, web development, database systems, cybersecurity, and more.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess student work to meet learning outcomes.
• Develop and improve course materials.
• Engage in staff development activities and meetings.

Skills

Programming and software development

Web development

Database systems

Cybersecurity

Networking

AI and Machine Learning

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant subject area

PhD desirable

Job description

Department: Academic/Bath Spa University partnership (BSU)

Location: Birmingham (On‑Site)

Salary: £51,000

Type of Contract: Full‑Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)

Our Vision: Changing lives through education.

The role

We are currently seeking Lecturers to teach across a range of undergraduate levels as part of our BSc (Hons) Computing programme. Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends.

Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What you’ll be doing: As a Lecturer in Computing at Global Banking School, you will deliver modules based around the three main themes of the programme: Technology, Software and Data. You will develop and deliver comprehensive course materials that will equip students with an understanding of database systems, internet technologies, data, cyber security, networking and business information systems. You will undertake all aspects of learning, teaching and assessment of students and keep up to date with the latest developments in your field and student support practices.

Responsibilities Include

• All aspects of planning, delivering and assessing student work, ensuring that all learning outcomes are met.
• Developing, updating and improving course materials as appropriate.
• Using a variety of learning and teaching methods/materials.
• Actively engaging in staff development activities, peer observations, meetings and other administrative duties.
• Understanding and keeping up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices.
• Working towards a range of clearly defined objectives for student attendance, continuation, completion, satisfaction and student progression.

About You

• You will hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable).
• You will have previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area.
• You will be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of two or more of the following areas:
• Programming and software development
• Web development
• Database systems
• Cloud computing
• Networking
• Cybersecurity
• IoT and emerging technologies
• Business IT systems
• IT management
• AI and Machine Learning
• Operating Systems
• UI/UX
• You will have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback.
• You will have experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records.
• You will be able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise your own workload to meet tight deadlines.
• You will have excellent communication, interpersonal and team‑working skills.
• You will be able to work with diverse groups of people.

Desirable

• You will hold a Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commit to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent).
• You will have experience of design/development of academic or professional education programmes or equivalent.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays.
• 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses.
• Flexible benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech scheme and much more.
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more.
• Reward and recognition programme.
• £500 award employee referral scheme.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus.

"The diversity and sense of community at GBS make it truly special. Working with colleagues from different cultures fosters mutual learning and understanding. Everyone is united by a shared goal: to support each other and deliver the best possible experience for our students." — John Traichaisit, Consultant Lecturer

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and provides a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.