Lecturer in Computing

Gedu Global Education; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An international educational institution is seeking a Lecturer in Computing to teach undergraduate students across various levels. The role requires flexibility in scheduling and comprehensive knowledge in areas such as programming, networking, and cybersecurity. Candidates must hold a Master's degree and have experience in higher education lecturing. The position offers an annual salary of £51,000 and additional benefits including 25 days annual leave, pension schemes, and performance bonuses.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement for courses

Flexible benefits

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable).
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience.
• Extensive knowledge of programming, web development, or networking.

Responsibilities

• Planning, delivering, and assessing student work.
• Developing and updating course materials.
• Engaging in staff development activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team working

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Master's degree in a relevant subject area

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Department: Academic/Bath Spa University partnership (BSU)

Location: Birmingham (On‑Site)

Salary: £51,000

Type of Contract: Full‑Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)

Our Vision: Changing lives through education.

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

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:
  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

What we offer

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holiday
• 1‑day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Workplace pension scheme
• Tuition reimbursement for career development coursesFlexible 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

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.