Lecturer in Computing

Cheshire College South and West; Chester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Chester seeks a passionate Lecturer in Computing to provide learners with an outstanding learning experience. Responsibilities include teaching BTEC and T-Level courses and supporting student welfare. Minimum qualifications include a degree in a relevant subject and teaching credentials. The role offers competitive salary and professional development support.

Benefits

Access to world-class facilities

Pension scheme with generous employer contributions

35 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Onsite fitness and childcare facilities

Employee benefit platform

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years industry experience required.
• Understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the learning environment.
• Enhanced DBS check is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach on a range of Computing courses including BTEC and T-Levels.
• Provide tutorial support and undertake administrative tasks.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons.

Skills

Teaching skills

Programming knowledge

Industry experience

Administrative skills

Education

Degree in relevant subject

GCSE Grade C (4/5) in English and Maths

Teacher trained (PGCE, DTLLS or CertEd)

Job description

Overview

Lecturer in Computing (EL493)

Salary: £27,486 – £41,467 (pro rata per annum)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 18.5 hours per week

Location: Chester Campus

We are seeking a Lecturer in Computing to join our team at our Chester Campus. This is an excellent opportunity for an innovative and inspiring Lecturer to provide learners with an outstanding learning experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach on a range of Computing courses including BTEC and T-Levels specifically Programming
• Undertake other duties including tutorial support and associated administrative tasks
• Promote and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons
• Marketing and promotion of the provision to employers and stakeholders

Key Person Specification Requirements

• Minimum 2 years industry experience
• Teacher trained (PGCE, DTLLS or CertEd) or working towards
• GCSE Grade C (4/5) in English and Maths
• Degree in relevant subject (or equivalent is desirable)
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment
• Up-to-date occupational experience
• Enhanced DBS check

We welcome applications from Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) and from current industry practitioners who do not have a teaching qualification. Anyone joining the College will be part of a Lecturer Development Programme which provides staff with a range of support and training based on previous experience and individual need. The programme will offer a range of support and development opportunities, including inductions related to all College systems and processes, an assigned curriculum mentor and regular 1-2-1 support from the Quality team. Industry experts who do not currently hold a teaching qualification will be supported to complete a L4 Certificate in Education and Training and will have opportunities to complete a L5 Diploma in Education and Training.

Please click on this link to view full details of the Lecturer Development Programme.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.

If you’re interested in this new opportunity, you can apply by sending a completed application form to [e-mail] by the 30 September 2025 at 9am.

We do not consider applications submitted through recruitment agencies.

The selection process will take place w/c 13 October 2025.

Benefits

• Access to world-class facilities
• Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses in the areas below. If you’re interested in learning more about this, please email [e-mail].
• Equality and Diversity
• Information, Advice and Guidance
• Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
• Principles of Customer Service
• Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification
• Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 21% for LGPS)
• 35 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
• Employee benefit platform
• Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Staff Awards

About Us

Cheshire College – South & West is the largest provider of post-16 education in the region, offering opportunities to over 11,000 learners and 1,000 Apprentices. The College has modern Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester with substantial investment in technology and facilities.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought.