Computer Studies Lecturer

Gbs Uk; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable academic institution in Rickmansworth is seeking a Lecturer in Computing to deliver and develop undergraduate courses. Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s degree with UK HE lecturing experience. Responsibilities include creating course materials and assessing student progress. The role offers a supportive environment and benefits such as additional leave and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

1-day extra leave per year of service, up to 5 days

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement for career development courses

Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery

Discounts platform and wellbeing centre

Reward and recognition programme

£500 award employee referral scheme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Qualifications

• Experience supervising student work and providing support.
• Ability to maintain thorough and organised student records.
• Extensive knowledge of two or more technical areas.

Responsibilities

• Deliver modules on Technology, Software, and Data.
• Develop comprehensive course materials.
• Plan, deliver, and assess student work.

Skills

Programming and software development

Database systems

Networking

Cybersecurity

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-working

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant subject area

PhD (desirable)

Job description

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 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

Qualifications

• 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:

1. Programming and software development
2. Web development
3. Database systems
4. Cloud computing
5. Networking
6. Cybersecurity
7. IoT and emerging technologies
8. Business IT systems
9. IT management
10. AI and Machine Learning
11. Operating Systems
12. 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 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 commitment 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

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
• 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

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