Lecturer in Computing (Apprenticeships)

Only FE; Blackburn; Sur place; GBP 28 000 - 43 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym discount

Cycle to Work

Bus travel discount

Family-friendly policies

Eye tests

Résumé du poste

Blackburn College is seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Computing Lecturer to join the Apprenticeship Team. The role is part-time (18.5 hrs per week) with a pro-rata salary range of £28,273 to £42,655 per annum.

You will deliver high-quality teaching, coaching and support across Computing apprenticeship programmes. Responsibilities include planning and delivering learning sessions, progress reviews, and assessment of apprentice work while supporting learners to achieve qualifications and

Qualifications

• Qualified in Computing/IT discipline with current industry knowledge across hardware, software, networking, infrastructure and/or software development.
• Experience in teaching, training, coaching or mentoring learners, ideally within apprenticeships, FE or workplace settings.
• Practical IT experience in support, infrastructure, networking or software development.
• Familiarity with virtualisation technologies, particularly Proxmox Hypervisor or equivalent platforms; comfortable with digital systems including Office and e-portfolio platforms.

Responsabilités

• Plan and deliver engaging learning sessions and programs.
• Conduct progress reviews and assess apprentice work.
• Provide individualized support to help learners achieve qualifications and apprenticeship standards.
• Collaborate with employers to ensure apprentices develop relevant workplace skills and meet funding requirements.

Connaissances

Teaching / coaching

Curriculum delivery

Computing knowledge

Industry experience IT

Formation

Computing/IT degree

Outils

Proxmox Hypervisor

Microsoft Office

OneFile

Smart Assessor

Description du poste

Lecturer in Computing (Apprenticeships)

Part-Time 18.5hrs per week

£28,273 - £42,655, pro-rata, per annum

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Apprentice Computing Lecturer to join our Apprenticeship Team. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with apprentices, employers and college colleagues to deliver high-quality teaching, coaching and support across Computing apprenticeship programmes.

You will be responsible for planningand delivering engaging learning sessions, conducting progress reviews, assessing apprentice work and providing individualised support to help learners achieve their qualifications and apprenticeship standards. Working with employers, you will ensure apprentices develop the technical knowledge, skills and behaviours required to succeed in the workplace whilst meeting programme and funding requirements.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting learner recruitment, retention and achievement, contributing to the continued success and growth of the College’s apprenticeship provision.

What are we looking for?

You will be suitably qualified within a Computing or Information Technology discipline and have current industry knowledge across areas such as hardware, software, networking, infrastructure and/or software development.

You will have experience of teaching, training, coaching or mentoring learners, ideally within an apprenticeship, further education or workplace setting. Practical experience in IT support, infrastructure, networking or software development is essential, enabling you to bring real-world examples and expertise into the learning environment.

Knowledge of virtualisation technologies, particularly Proxmox Hypervisor or equivalent platforms, would be advantageous. You will also be confident using a range of digital systems and applications, including Microsoft Office and e-portfolio platforms such as OneFile or Smart Assessor.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage a varied caseload, meet deadlines and maintain accurate learner records. Above all, you will be passionate about supporting apprentices to achieve their full potential, adapting your approach to meet individual learning needs and inspiring learners to succeed within the Computing sector.

What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?

• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals