Computer Studies Lecturer

GEDU Global Education; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a Lecturer in Computing to teach undergraduate modules, develop course materials, and assess student progress. Candidates should possess a Master's degree and prior lecturing experience. This role demands flexibility for evening and weekend teaching. Comprehensive benefits include additional leave, pension, and career development support.

Benefits

Extra leave per year

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement for courses

Flexible benefits

Employee referral scheme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant subject area, PhD desirable.
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Programming, Software development, Web development, etc.
• Experience supervising student work and providing feedback.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Planning, delivering, and assessing student work.
• Developing and improving course materials.
• Engaging in staff development activities.
• Keeping up to date with developments in the field.

Skills

Teaching experience in higher education

Excellent communication skills

Team-working skills

Ability to work under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in a relevant subject area

PhD desirable

Job description

Overview

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

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 latest developments in your field and student support practices.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable)
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area
• 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
• Experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback
• Experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records
• Ability to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people

Desirable

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

Benefits

• 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