Teacher/Lecturer (Computer science, Computing, Information technology)

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a knowledgeable Teacher/Lecturer in Computing to develop high-quality instructional materials and support students in foundational computing courses. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field and have proven teaching experience at introductory levels. This role requires strong communication skills and familiarity with online learning environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in teaching computing at foundational levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with blended or online delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality teaching materials for foundational computing courses.
• Design formative and summative assessments.
• Provide guidance to foster a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Programming concepts

Digital technologies understanding

Inclusive practices

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Postgraduate qualification in Education or Computing

Tools

Virtual Learning Environments

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Teacher/Lecturer (Computer science, Computing, Information technology), england

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england, United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

ROLE PURPOSE:

English Path is seeking an experienced and highly knowledgeable teacher/lecturer to develop high-quality teaching and learning materials for foundational computing courses for students seeking admission to undergraduate and post-graduate programmes in the UK and EU.

The role supports the academic and content teams across all campuses in building essential computational thinking, computer science, computer engineering basics, programming, digital literacy, and critical thinking skills necessary for success in undergraduate computing or IT related graduate/post graduate degree programmes in the UK, the EU and beyond.

The teacher/lecturer will guide the instructional design team in developing the content for online asynchronous, synchronous and blended learning courses in the field of computing suitable for pre-university and pre-masters’ foundation programmes. Development of the content, includes detailing the narrative that accompanies the presentations slides, developing activities, MCQ’s, hands-on experimental learning projects, formative and summative assessments.

ROLE and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Content development for teaching

• Plan and prepare materials for lectures, tutorials, workshops, and laboratory sessions in foundation-level computing topics including:
• Introduction to Programming (e.g. Python, Java)
• Fundamentals of Computer Science and Engineering
• Basics of hardware and software
• Introduction to cloud computing
• Computational Thinking and Logic
• Digital Literacy and ICT Skills
• Introduction to Databases and Spreadsheets
• Develop engaging and inclusive lesson plans that accommodate diverse learner needs and prior knowledge.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing narrations that accompany PowerPoint presentation slides, video scripts, MCQ’s, activity briefs and any other materials.
• Contribute to the improvement of the foundation curriculum.
• Assist in developing instructional materials, assessments, and digital learning resources.
• Align teaching with institutional learning outcomes that include partnering universities in UK and EU.

Assessment and Feedback

• Design formative and summative assessments in accordance with academic regulations.
• Develop rubrics to mark coursework and exams and provide constructive feedback to support learner progress.

Student Support and Mentoring

• Provide guidance on fostering a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages participation and curiosity.

Quality Assurance and Professional Development

• Participate in internal moderation, programme reviews, and quality assurance processes.
• Engage in professional development activities, including training in pedagogy and digital tools.
• Attend departmental meetings, teaching workshops, and contribute to academic planning.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field.
• Proven experience in teaching computing at foundation or introductory levels.
• Strong grasp of basic programming concepts and digital technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Virtual Learning Environments (e.g. Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas).
• Postgraduate qualification in Education or Computing (e.g. PGCE, Master’s).
• Teaching qualification or certification (e.g. FHEA, CertEd).
• Experience with blended or online delivery methods.
• Awareness of learning differences and inclusive practices in higher education.
• Professional conduct in all interactions.
• Ability to work under pressure,plan and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines.
• Highly motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people and enthusiasm and commitment to working as a team.