Computer Studies Lecturer

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

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Flexible Benefits Scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Job summary

A UK-based educational institution is seeking a Computer Studies Lecturer to teach undergraduate courses in the Computing programme in partnership with Bath Spa University. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree (PhD preferred) and have UK HE lecturing experience. The role demands planning and assessing coursework, updating materials, and engaging in staff activities. Benefits include 25 days annual leave and a workplace pension scheme, fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous UK Higher Education lecturing experience is essential.
• Experience supervising student work and providing feedback.
• Ability to maintain organized student records.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess student work to meet learning outcomes.
• Develop and update course materials as necessary.
• Engage in peer observations and staff development activities.

Skills

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

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant subject area

PhD

Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice

Job description

Computer Studies Lecturer

Department: Academic/Bath Spa University (BSU)

Location: Manchester

Salary: £51,000

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. 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.

Requirements

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 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 commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period 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.

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.