Lecturer in Digital (on-site)

onlyFE; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk New College Ipswich Campus seeks an experienced digital lecturer to teach on Level 2 and 3 Digital qualifications. The role emphasizes raising student achievement and promoting a positive learning experience on-site in Ipswich.

Applicants should have current industry expertise, a background in education including Level 2 English/maths, and a Level 3 digital qualification (or equivalent). A teaching qualification or commitment to one is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver high quality teaching to support student development and employability.
• Up-to-date industry knowledge in digital technologies and trends.
• Commitment to achieving a teaching qualification if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality teaching for Level 2 and 3 Digital qualifications.
• Promote student achievement and provide a positive learning experience.
• Contribute to curriculum development and employability skills training.

Skills

Teaching

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Level 3 Digital Industry Qualification

Teaching qualification (preferred)

Job description

Lecturer in Digital (On-Site)

Within the range of £31,200 to £45,759 per annum*

35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

• Starting salary subject to college salary assessment process

This is an exciting and diverse opportunity for a digital industry professional, or existing teacher, to utilise your skills in general the digital industry, with the aim of raising student achievement and promoting a positive student experience.

You will be required to deliver high quality teaching to support the development of our students and enhance the employability skills of young people seeking a career in the digital industries. The role will include teaching on our Level 2 and 3 Digital qualifications.

You may already be teaching, or looking to move into teaching, and should therefore have up-to-date industry expertise, a good standard of education including Level 2 English and maths, and a relevant Level 3 digital industry qualification (or equivalent experience). Ideally, you should also have a teaching qualification or a commitment to achieving one within a specified time period.

Suffolk New College can provide relevant teacher training to those individuals who can demonstrate the potential to become effective teachers.

This post is based at Suffolk New College Ipswich Campus (onsite). However, Suffolk New College is a multi-campus site therefore you will be required to work at and travel between campuses.

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.

Closing Date: Thursday 5th November 2026 at 12 midnight

Interview Date: Wednesday 18th November 2026

We reserve the right to close an advertisement early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantees to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

We do not recognise any agencies or search agencies acting on our behalf unless they have been officially engaged. Applicants should apply to us directly and not be persuaded to go via an agency. The college will not recognise any agency fees for recruitment activities unless an active engagement linked to a specific role has been agreed. The college will not pay fees associated with CVs or applicants who are sent to the college via agencies on a speculative basis or in response to college adverts. Agencies should refrain from sending CVs to anyone working for the college on a speculative basis. The college will make approaches to agencies via our HR team if we feel that we need assistance with a post.