Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer in Computing - Elizabeth School of London. Job in Northampton Educati[...]

Planet Education Networks; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Planet Education Networks is seeking a passionate Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computing to join their Northampton team. This role involves delivering top-quality education within a dynamic higher education setting. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic background, previous teaching experience, and the ability to inspire and guide students from diverse backgrounds. The position offers a supportive environment and numerous benefits including career development opportunities and a generous annual leave package.

Benefits

Annual leave (7.2 weeks) + bank holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Gym membership discounts

Retail discount schemes

Cycle to work

Qualifications

• Higher Education lecturing experience required.
• Master's degree or PhD in Computing or relevant field needed.
• Ability to engage with diverse students and provide effective feedback.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across various programs.
• Tutor students and provide supportive feedback for progress.
• Develop and improve course materials and reports.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Feedback

Adaptability

Education

Master's degree in relevant area

PhD in relevant area

Tools

Blackboard / VLEs

MS Teams

Zoom

Job description

Position: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computing - Northampton

Location: On-site, Northampton, UK

Salary: Hourly Rate based on experience and qualifications

Type: Hourly-Paid Lecturer

Requirement: Full right to work in the UK

Job Description

About the Elizabeth School of London

The Elizabeth School of London (ESL) is a higher education provider committed to delivering high quality programmes on campuses in six major UK cities - London, Birmingham, Leeds, Leicester, Manchester and Northampton.

With an inclusive approach to student recruitment, we provide one-to-one academic and careers advice to widen access to higher education for groups currently underrepresented. We believe that education is transformational and can make a fundamental difference to the individuals and communities we serve, which is why we pay the utmost attention to student satisfaction.

As an inclusive organisation, we believe in education for all, but not one size fits all, so we place great emphasis on providing opportunities and support for anyone with the ambition to achieve their true potential.

Purpose of the role

You will contribute to the delivery of various full-time programmes which are developed in partnership with renowned institutions such as Canterbury Christ Church University, Bath Spa University, St Mary's University Twickenham London, and others.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality teaching and learning across a range of programs within a Higher Education setting, particularly Foundation year.
• Tutor students, offering appropriate support to enable them to achieve their goals and progress to positive destinations.
• Contribute to the development and continual improvement of courses, coordinating effectively with both staff and students.
• Contribute to the production of module/unit-specific Scheme of Work.
• Develop module materials for each of the modules being undertaken.
• Provide/Deliver/Facilitate subject-specific sessions in line with the Learning Outcomes and syllabuses of modules.
• Deploy assessments appropriately as set out by the assessment team.
• Set out measures to understand the learning needs of students on their modules.
• Support students with timely formative feedback to the extent prescribed by each of the program specifications.
• Mark and provide summative feedback within the prescribed deadline published by the Assessment Team.
• Ensure that all expectations of the Programme Specification of respective Awarding Bodies and Universities under which modules are being taught.
• Produce appropriate module/unit reports.
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately with students from diverse backgrounds.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Master's degree and/or a PhD in the relevant area.
• Previous lecturing experience for similar courses at HEI level.
• Work in line with Blackboard / VLEs, MS Teams / Zoom..

Desirable

• Experience working in the industry of your subject.
• Teaching qualifications: PGCHE, MA in HE Practice, or FHEA, etc.

Why Join Us

At ESL, we are proud of our dynamic and growing community. As we rapidly expand, we're building a culture that's all about growth, collaboration, and innovation. Our employees work together in an environment where ideas flow freely, and team spirit is the core of everything we do. The academic environment we cultivate encourages personal and professional growth, making it an exciting time to join us. Being a part of our team, you will have the opportunity to help shape our future, contribute to our continued success, and enjoy the benefits of being part of a forward-thinking institution.

Benefits:

• Annual leave (7.2 weeks) + bank holidays.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Company Sick Policy
• Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
• Statutory maternity/paternity pays.
• Career development opportunities
• Training and self-development opportunities.
• Gym membership discounts
• Retail discount schemes
• Cinema discounts
• Grocery discounts
• Cycle to work
• Investing and savings opportunities
• Financial wellbeing - personal debt advise.
• Financial wellbeing education
• My Mind Pal (mental fitness)