Computing Professor

Gbs Uk; Meriden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Lecturer in Computing to deliver modules for the BSc (Hons) programme. This role involves planning and assessing student work, developing course materials, and maintaining student records. Candidates should have a Master's degree, UK lecturing experience, and knowledge in areas like programming and cybersecurity. Flexibility to teach on weekdays, evenings, and weekends is required. Competitive benefits and a commitment to diversity are offered.

Benefits

1 additional leave day per year

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Benefits

Discount platform and wellbeing centre

£500 employee referral scheme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Qualifications

• Hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject area, PhD desirable.
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area.
• Extensive knowledge in two or more relevant areas.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess student work ensuring learning outcomes are met.
• Develop, update, and improve course materials.
• Engage in staff development activities and administrative duties.

Skills

Programming and software development

Web development

Database systems

Cybersecurity

Excellent communication

Education

Master's degree in relevant subject area

Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice

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

• 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.”

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.