Computer Studies Lecturer (Whaley Bridge)

Gbs Uk; Hague Bar; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in the UK is looking for Lecturers to teach the BSc (Hons) Computing programme. You will plan and deliver courses in Technology, Software, and Data, ensuring students meet learning outcomes. Applicants should hold a Master's degree, ideally have lecturing experience in the UK, and possess knowledge in areas like Software Development and Cybersecurity. Flexible working hours are required, including weekdays and weekends. The role offers various benefits and recognizes diversity within the team.

Benefits

Extra leave per year of service

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Benefits

Discounts platform

Reward and recognition programme

Employee referral scheme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Qualifications

• Hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject area.
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of multiple relevant areas.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess student work, ensuring learning outcomes are met.
• Develop and improve comprehensive course materials.
• Engage in staff development activities and administrative duties.
• Monitor and report on student records.
• Work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Skills

Programming and software development

Web development

Database systems

Cybersecurity

Networking

AI and Machine Learning

UI/UX

Education

Master's degree in a relevant subject area

PhD

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 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
• Supervising student work and providing support and feedback
• Accurate reporting and maintaining thorough and organised student records
• Working under pressure, planning and prioritising own workload to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team‑working skills
• Working with diverse groups of people

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: 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

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
• 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