Sessional Teacher of Computer Science & Information Technology

Derby College; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking enthusiastic Sessional Teachers of Computer Science and ICT to join their team at the Joseph Wright Centre. Candidates should have expertise in programming and project management with a strong educational background. The role offers flexibility and the chance to inspire learners in a supportive environment. They provide various benefits including discounts and continuous professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Discounts at onsite nursery

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts on train tickets

Free eye tests

Continuous development opportunities

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge or industry experience in computer science.
• Enthusiastic and confident with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to different levels and needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons to inspire learners.
• Adapt lessons to various learning environments and technologies.
• Support student progression through effective assessment design.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Enthusiasm

Programming knowledge

Cyber security knowledge

Project management

Education

Degree in Computing or related field

Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one

Job description

Sessional Teacher of Computer Science & Information Technology

Optimistic – Equity – Kindness – Innovation – Collaboration

Derby College Group (DCG) is seeking enthusiastic Teachers of Computer Science and ICT to join our team at the Joseph Wright Centre on a sessional basis.

We deliver high-quality academic and vocational learning that empowers individuals and supports employers with the skilled workforce of tomorrow. If you’re passionate about educational excellence and social mobility, we’d love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

We are actively seeking staff to fill a range of roles within the ICT department.

Work will be offered on a sessional basis, including casual cover but may lead on to future permanent part time or full time roles.

You will be expected to deliverengaging, high-quality lessons that inspire learners and support their progression. The role involves adapting to different learning environments, using innovative technology, and ensuring students are challenged and making progress. This is an excellent opportunity to share your expertise while maintaining flexibility around your other commitments.

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About You

You canbe someone with or without a teaching qualification, but you will have the expert knowledge or computer industry experience that allows you to comfortably deliver lessons and design assessments. You will be enthusiastic, confident, with strong interpersonal and time management skills. A teaching qualification (or a willingness to work towards one) and a degree in Computing or a related field are essential. You should be able to deliver engaging modules, with the flexibility to adapt to different levels, qualification types and student needs. Industry experience and knowledge of FE accreditation are highly desirable, but the role is equally suited to a recent or future graduate looking to start a career in teaching. We expect for you to bring expertise in one or all areas such as programming, project management, cyber security, computer networks orsoftware development in general, along with the focus and dedication required to succeed in the teaching profession.

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The Benefits

• Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery
• TOTUM discount card (aka NUS / Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
• Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
• Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
• Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
• Continuous development and progression opportunities
• Free eye tests with Specsavers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at.

Safeguarding statement

DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

If you require visa sponsorship

Please note that unfortunately, this role is ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the for further information.

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