Lecturer in Computing - Birmingham

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

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Flexible Benefits

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Lecturer in Computing based in Birmingham. The successful candidate will deliver modules focusing on Technology, Software, and Data. You will develop extensive course materials, assess student progress, and engage in academic practices while maintaining records. Applicants should possess a Master’s degree (PhD preferred) and have experience in areas like programming, cybersecurity, and networking. Flexible benefits and a supportive environment await in this full-time role.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable).
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area.
• Extensive knowledge of programming, web technologies and cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Programming and software development

Web development

Database systems

Cybersecurity

Excellent communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant subject area

Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice

Job description

Overview

Lecturer in Computing – Birmingham at GEDU Global Education.

• Department: Academic/Bath Spa University partnership (BSU)
• Location: Birmingham (On‑Site)
• Salary: £51,000
• Contract: Full‑Time, Permanent (40 hrs per week)
• Vision: Changing lives through education.
• Visa sponsorship: This role is not eligible.

What you'll be doing

As a Lecturer in Computing you will deliver modules around the programme’s three main themes: Technology, Software, and Data. You will develop and deliver comprehensive course materials that equip students with knowledge of database systems, internet technologies, data, cybersecurity, networking, and business information systems. You will undertake all aspects of learning, teaching, and assessment and keep up to date with latest developments in the 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

Qualifications

• Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable)
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area
• 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
• Experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback
• Experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records
• Ability to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team‑working skills
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people

Desirable

• 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)
• Experience of design/development of academic or professional education programmes or equivalent

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
• 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

Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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.