Lecturer in Computing - Birmingham

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

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Tuition reimbursement for career development courses

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK seeks a Lecturer for their BSc (Hons) Computing programme. The candidate should have a Master's degree, ideally a PhD, and lecturing experience at the higher education level. Responsibilities include delivering modules in various computing areas, developing course materials, and supporting students. This full-time role comes with generous benefits including annual leave, pension scheme, and flexible perks. The institution values diversity and inclusivity in its work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback.
• Accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Planning, delivering, and assessing student work.
• Developing and updating course materials.
• Using diverse teaching methods and materials.

Skills

Programming and software development

Web development

Database systems

Cybersecurity

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-working skills

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant subject area

PhD in a relevant subject area

Job description

Department: Academic/Bath Spa University partnership (BSU)

Location: Birmingham (On‑Site)

Salary: £51,000

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

Vision: Changing lives through education.

The role

We are seeking Lecturers to teach across undergraduate levels in the BSc (Hons) Computing programme. Flexible teaching across weekdays, evenings and weekends.

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 around Technology, Software, and Data. You will develop and deliver comprehensive course materials covering 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 the 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 the 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 lecturing 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 have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback.
• You 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

• 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.

“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

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.