Lecturer in Computing - Birmingham

GEDU Global Education; Stone; 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 career development courses

Flexible benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery

£500 award for employee referral scheme

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a Lecturer in Computing to teach across undergraduate levels as part of their BSc (Hons) Computing programme. The role requires teaching during weekdays, evenings, and weekends, and involves developing and delivering comprehensive course materials. Applicants should possess a Master’s degree, relevant lecturing experience, and extensive knowledge in programming, software development, and other IT-related areas. The position offers a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area.
• Experience supervising student work and providing support.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess student work, ensuring learning outcomes are met.
• Develop and update course materials as appropriate.
• Engage in staff development activities and administrative duties.

Skills

Programming and software development

Web development

Database systems

Cloud computing

Networking

Cybersecurity

AI and machine learning

Excellent communication skills

Team-working

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant subject area

PhD (desirable)

Job description

Lecturer in Computing – Birmingham

Department: Academic/Bath Spa University partnership (BSU)

Location: Birmingham (On‑Site)

Salary: £51,000

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

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. Because of our delivery model, you should be able to teach during weekdays, evenings and weekends.

Visa: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What you will 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 and undertake all aspects of learning, teaching and assessment of students.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess student work, ensuring learning outcomes are met.
• Develop, update and improve course materials as appropriate.
• Use a variety of learning and teaching methods/materials.
• Actively engage in staff development activities, peer observations, meetings and other administrative duties.
• Keep up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices.
• Work towards defined objectives for student attendance, continuation, completion, satisfaction and progression.

About you

• Hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable).
• Have previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of two or more of the following areas: programming and software development, web development, database systems, cloud computing, networking, cybersecurity, IoT, emerging technologies, business IT systems, IT management, AI and machine learning, operating systems, UI/UX.
• Have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback.
• Have experience in accurate reporting and maintaining thorough student records.
• Work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines.
• Have excellent communication, interpersonal and team‑working skills.
• 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).
• Have experience designing/developing academic or professional education programmes.

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 more.
• Perks@Work discount platform, wellbeing centre and more.
• Reward and recognition programme.
• £500 award for employee referral scheme.
• Discretionary annual performance bonus.

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.

"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