Lecturer A Computing

Wigan & Leigh College; Wigan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Wigan & Leigh College seeks an inspiring Computing and Information Technology lecturer to enhance its Digital Academy. This pivotal role involves teaching across various levels, including innovative subjects like AI and robotics, in a supportive and state-of-the-art environment.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible working

Discounts on travel and parking

Gym membership discounts

Green Car Scheme

Personal development opportunities

Attractive pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Level 1 to Level 7 courses.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies like AI/VR/AR/MR.
• Ability to deliver IT units across various subjects.

Responsibilities

• Support students to achieve their fullest academic potential.
• Develop and deliver effective learning, teaching, and assessment.
• Monitor and manage student attendance.

Skills

Teaching experience

Ambition for learners

Creativity

Education

Degree level qualification in related subject

Relevant Further Education teaching qualification

Job description

This is a brilliant opportunity to join our expanding community of talented, committed and inspirational colleagues.

Working in a dynamic, values led organisation, this role is for those who are passionate about development and innovation, within a lively college community.

We offer a range of benefits, including health and wellbeing support, flexible working, discounts on travel, parking and gym memberships through our exciting Benefits Platform, Green Car Scheme, Medicash, personal development opportunities and attractive pension schemes.

We are looking to appoint an inspiring and creative Computing and Information Technology lecturer to join our vibrant enthusiastic and highly productive team. The college is an exciting place to work as the Computing provision expands and this post will play a central role in our development of a Digital Academy, specialising in emerging technologies such as AI/VR/AR/MR, robotics, and Esports.

Lecturers in the department can deliver across our whole range of provision, from Level 1 to Level 7 including T levels, BTEC, A-Level, and Higher Education to BSc (Hons), depending on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. We also contribute s to the delivery of IT units in other subject areas such as Business and A levels.

Applicants for this post require teaching experience; have a Degree level qualification in related subject along with a relevant Further Education teaching qualification. We expect applicants to be ambitious in their expectations for learners and share our commitment to deliver outstanding teaching and learning.

Our facilities

The College has recently invested in state of the art facilities that allow students to develop their skills in an environment that exceeds many industry settings, with high specification computer classrooms and collaborative spaces, with access to the most up to date digital equipment and resources. This has allowed teaching, learning and assessment to replicate the situations found in a range of business related roles across a variety of sector.

What will the role involve?

Main aspects are:

• Supporting students to achieve their fullest academic potential

• Developing and delivering their best ability in learning, teaching and assessment

• Presenting constructive feedback and suggesting strategies for students' improvement of performance and success

• Providing progression outcomes to management in order to continuously improve teaching and learning

• Monitoring and managing student attendance

• To assist in the implementation of pastoral and welfare systems for students

• To act as a Personal Tutor when necessary by providing advice and guidance

• Undertake course co-ordination as required

The College reserves the right to interview for this post should we receive suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

Attention all eligible FE teachers! Are you looking to level up your career and earn more while teaching specific courses? You may be eligible to claim a levelling-up premium payment for teaching courses in building and construction, chemistry, computing, early years, engineering and manufacturing, maths, and physics. The payment ranges from £2,000 to £6,000 depending on your provider and the number of hours you teach. If you’re in your first 5 years of teaching in FE and spend at least half of your hours teaching eligible FE courses at level 3 or below, you may be eligible. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to level up your career!

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/targeted-retention-incentive-payments-for-fe-teachers