Teacher - Computing

East Sussex College Group; Hastings; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave & pension

Funding for teaching qualifications

Apprenticeships and training

Job summary

East Sussex College Group in Hastings is seeking an enthusiastic Computing Lecturer to join our Ore Valley Campus. You will teach post-16 and HE learners across a range of computing subjects, blending strong subject knowledge with practical, engaging teaching.

The role offers a full-time, fixed-term contract to August 2027, a competitive FE salary (£30,000–£39,000) with benefits including annual leave and pension, and support for professional development and teaching qualifications.

Qualifications

• Strong and current knowledge of computing and digital technologies.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and bring computing to life through practical examples.
• Confidence across more than one area of computing with willingness to develop further.
• Positive, learner-focused approach with commitment to inclusive teaching and safeguarding.
• We welcome applicants at any career stage and offer teacher development & qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and practical lessons across a range of computing and digital subjects, adapting teaching to meet different learner needs.
• Develop learners' technical knowledge and practical skills through relevant, real-world activities and projects across the computing curriculum.
• Assess learner work, provide clear and constructive feedback, monitor progress and support learners to achieve their full potential.
• Contribute to curriculum development, quality improvement and wider team activities, while supporting learners' progression into higher study, apprenticeships or employment.

Skills

Computing knowledge

Teaching/lecturing

Communication

Inclusive teaching

Education

Relevant qualification in computing

Job description

• Are you passionate about computing and excited to share your knowledge with the next generation?
• Do you want to help learners build the practical digital skills they need for further study and careers in the technology sector?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Computing Lecturer to join our curriculum team at the Ore Campus. You will teach a broad range of computing subjects to post-16 & HE learners, combining strong subject knowledge with engaging, practical teaching. Depending on curriculum need, this may include areas such as programming, cyber security, networking, web development, databases and wider digital technologies. You will play an important role in developing learners' technical skills, confidence and readiness for further study or employment.

This exciting role will include:

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and practical lessons across a range of computing and digital subjects, adapting teaching to meet different learner needs.
• Develop learners' technical knowledge and practical skills through relevant, real-world activities and projects across the computing curriculum.
• Assess learner work, provide clear and constructive feedback, monitor progress and support learners to achieve their full potential.
• Contribute to curriculum development, quality improvement and wider team activities, while supporting learners' progression into higher study, apprenticeships or employment.

If you can demonstrate the following then we’d love to hear from you:

• Strong and current knowledge of computing and digital technologies, supported by a relevant qualification and/or substantial industry experience.
• The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and bring computing to life through engaging, practical and real-world examples.
• Confidence across more than one area of computing, with a willingness to continue developing your technical and teaching knowledge.
• A positive, learner-focused approach with a commitment to inclusive teaching, safeguarding, teamwork and helping young people succeed.
• For many of our teaching roles, we welcome applications from candidates at any stage of their career, including industry professionals with no/limited teaching experience. We are able to offer teacher development & qualifications to enable teaching success.

• Closing date: 26th August 2026
• Interview Date: w/c 31st August 2026

College location:

Based at our Ore Valley Campus

Annual salary: Circa £30,000 - £39,000 (Additional salary points available for QTS/QTLS teachers with vast experience.)

(Subject to qualifications, skills and experience)

Hours: Full time – 37 Hours/52.14 Weeks – Fixed Term until August 2027

In return, we can offer you:

A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.

For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email [e-mail]. Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.

OTHER INFORMATION:

East Sussex College is a values-driven Further Education college with over 1,300 colleagues and 5,500 students across campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes, and Newhaven. We offer a wide range of programmes including A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, higher education, and adult learning.

Our ESC PROUD Values: Positivity – Respect – Opportunity – Unity – Diversity

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles require enhanced DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.

We are also committed to making our recruitment process accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please contact People Services at [e-mail] and we will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptations.

At East Sussex College, we celebrate individuality and strive for an inclusive, equitable workplace. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including Black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Please note: Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.