Lecturer in Computing - Birmingham

GEDU Global Education; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,900 - 56,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement for development courses

Flexible benefits including Cycle to Work and Tech scheme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Employee referral scheme worth £500

Job summary

An educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a Lecturer in Computing to teach modules in technology and software. You will be responsible for course delivery, student assessment, and creating educational materials. Ideal candidates should hold a Master's degree with relevant lecturing experience and possess knowledge in areas such as programming and cybersecurity. This role involves flexibility to teach during various times, including evenings and weekends, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant subject area required; PhD desirable.
• Previous UK Higher Education lecturing experience is a must.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge in programming, web development, and cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Programming and software development

Web development

Database systems

Cloud computing

Cybersecurity

Networking

AI and Machine Learning

UI/UX

Education

Master's degree in a relevant subject area

PhD (desirable)

Job description

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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

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 lect experience in the wider subject area
• You will be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of two or more of the following areas:
• Programming and software development
• Web development
• Database systems
• Cloud computing
• Networking
• Cybersecurity
• IoT and emerging technologies
• Business IT systems
• IT management
• AI and Machine Learning
• Operating Systems
• 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 courses
• Flexible 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.”

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.