Computer Studies Lecturer

Bath Spa University; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK Higher Education Institution seeks Lecturers for their BSc (Hons) Computing programme in Kenilworth. The role involves teaching at various undergraduate levels, where flexibility is required for evening and weekend classes. Successful candidates will hold relevant Master's degrees and UK HE lecturing experience. The position includes competitive salary, generous annual leave, and various perks such as a workplace pension scheme and tuition reimbursement for career development courses.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible benefits such as Cycle to Work

Qualifications

• Hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable).
• Have previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of programming, web development, and emerging technologies.
• Have experience supervising student work and providing support.
• Be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering courses to meet learning outcomes.
• Developing and updating course materials.
• Engaging in staff development and administrative duties.
• Keeping up to date with developments in the field.
• Working towards objectives for student attendance and satisfaction.

Skills

Programming and software development

Web development

Database systems

Cloud computing

Cybersecurity

AI and Machine Learning

Excellent communication skills

Education

Master's degree in a relevant subject area

Job description

Overview

Department: Academic/Bath Spa University partnership (BSU)
Location: Birmingham (On‑Site)
Salary: £51,000
Type of Contract: Full‑Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)

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.

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

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

Desirable

• Hold a 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).
• 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.

Perks

• Cycle to Work.
• Workplace Nursery.
• Tech scheme.
• Much more.

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 providing 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.

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing 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.