Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Secondary Computing and Digital Education

Economicsnetwork; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Secondary Computing and Digital Education. This role involves leading the PGCE Secondary Computing programme and contributing to undergraduate courses in digital education and programming. You will play a vital role in enhancing student experiences through your expertise, while also engaging in research activities that influence the educational landscape. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive environment, this position offers the chance to inspire future educators and make a significant impact in the field of education.

Benefits

48 days annual leave

Access to CPD opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Teacher’s Pension Scheme

Discounted sports and leisure facilities

Beautiful working environment

Staff benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in curriculum design and delivery.
• Experience in leading Initial Teacher Education at Level 7.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PGCE Secondary Computing programme as Course Leader.
• Contribute to research activities and curriculum development.

Skills

Curriculum Design

Teaching Experience

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Research Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Permanent campus based role

Interview Date: See advert

We’re here to create and harness knowledge, to deliver opportunity for everyone.

About the Role

As Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Secondary Computing and Digital Education, you will be required to lead the delivery of our PGCE Secondary Computing programme in the capacity as Course Leader. Depending on your areas of expertise and experience, you would also be expected to contribute to our undergraduate curriculum in related areas, including digital and creative education, programming, data literacy and information technology. You will be expected to have Qualified Teacher Status and significant experience of curriculum design and delivery of your subject. You will ideally have experience of leading on or contributing to the delivery of university-based Initial Teacher Education at Level 7.

You will be expected to contribute to the research activities of one of our Research Units and meet the qualitative and qualitative requirements for submission to the next Research Excellence exercise. Where appropriate, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the work of at least one of the Faculty’s research centres.

We plan to interview on the 21st or 22nd May 2025.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact: Dr Helen O’Keeffe, Pro Vice-Chancellor and Dean of Faculty of Education at [e-mail], or Professor Andy Smith, Head of Department, Secondary and Further Education at [e-mail].

About You

You will be an enthusiastic, highly skilled and friendly professional with excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills coupled with a commitment to providing an excellent experience for our students, staff, and external partners. To be successful you will enrich our students’ experience through your expertise and subject knowledge as evidenced through your qualifications and extensive experience of teaching, ideally at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

You will have previous experience of providing all students with a high-quality learning experience resulting in excellent outcomes, and preferably have a track record of successfully supervising postgraduate students to completion. Where possible, you will also have a growing track record of research in your subject and of engaging in externally funded research, knowledge exchange, and continuing professional development.

It is important to note that the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Child disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and that this will form part of the conditions of offer of employment.

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 48 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
• Access to a range of CPD to support your career development, with three defined pathways for progression.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources.
• Automatic enrolment into the Teacher’s Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 23.68%
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.

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£39,355 to £51,039 per annum