Teaching Assistants in Computer Science

Northeastern University London; London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in London seeks a part-time Teaching Assistant for Computer Science. The role involves leading labs, supporting students, and marking assignments. Applicants should have a Master's degree and strong communication skills. Benefits include annual leave, professional development, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Master's degree, or equivalent professional experience, in a relevant area.
• PhD completed, or near completion (desirable).
• Ability to provide excellent personalized support to students in a lab-based setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead laboratory sessions under guidance of faculty.
• Support students during lab sessions.
• Assist with equipment set-up during lab sessions.

Skills

Adaptability

Excellent communication skills

IT skills

Time-management

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

PhD (desirable)

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

About the Opportunity

Position overview

Discipline

Computing

Faculty

Computing, Mathematics, Engineering & Natural Sciences (CoMENS)

Location

London, Devon House / Portsoken (St Katherines Dock)

Term

Part-Time, Fixed Term (by agreement)

Salary Range

Teaching Assistant (G6) £37,960 to £41,461, progressing to £42,701 once in post

Benefits

The university supports staff maintaining a good work/life balance, offer flexible working and parental leave opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme which provides free, confidential advice on both home and work concerns as well as optional private medical insurance, season ticket loans and being part of the cycle to work scheme.

Reports to

Head of Discipline or Associate Director for Teaching and Learning

Start date (dependent on successful completion of relevant checks)

1st September 2025 or by arrangement

The role

Northeastern University London invites applications for multiple Teaching Assistants in Computer Science. The appointees will support Computer Science teaching at the University, primarily at undergraduate level (Levels 4-5). Appointments will be commensurate with experience and qualifications reflecting a record of demonstrated ability to support teaching.

Core duties include:

• Lead laboratory sessions, under the guidance and/or supervision of subject expert faculty
• Support students during lab sessions, recitation sessions, or both
• Assist with equipment set-up and tear-down during lab sessions
• Marking of formative and summative assignments, commensurate with qualifications
• Complete required training, and attend coordination meetings
• Respond to or forward student queries, as appropriate

We particularly encourage applications from those with an interest in innovative teaching, learning and assessment; those with experience of supporting a wide variety of students; and those belonging to groups underrepresented in UK higher education. We are open to appointing on a reduced fraction/job-share basis subject to our business needs.

About the Faculty

The Faculty of Computing, Mathematics, Engineering, and Natural Sciences (CoMENS) is undergoing significant growth at Northeastern University London. It is home to four interdisciplinary undergraduate dual-degree (in UK and US) programmes in the areas of Data Science, Data Science and Politics, Computer Science and Business, and Computer Science and Philosophy; four postgraduate programs in the areas of AI Ethics, Data Science, Computer Science, and Technology Leadership; and five degree apprenticeship programmes in the areas of AI, Data Science, Digital and Technology Solutions, and Biosciences.

The Faculty plays a major part in Northeastern University's first-year student mobility program, offering undergraduate courses in Computer and Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Healthcare, striving to inspire and equip entering students to be outstanding scientists.

Person specification criteria

To undertake this role, the following should apply-should you not have the experience below, please do highlight where transferable skills would assist with you undertaking the role. Unless specified, all criteria are considered essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree, or equivalent professional experience, in a relevant area
• PhD completed, or near completion (all but dissertation), or equivalent professional experience, in a relevant area (desirable)
• AFHEA status, or equivalent, achieved or expected (desirable)

Key Criteria

• Demonstrates, through evidence, ability to be adaptable, innovative, and inclusive in teaching
• Ability to provide excellent, personalised support to students in a lab-based setting
• Flexibility and capacity to support course leaders in providing excellent educational provision to students, including opportunities for experiential learning
• Core knowledge of the subject material to at least Level 6 (i.e., up to final year undergraduate level)
• Excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills including presentation skills, both face-to-face and online
• Excellent IT skills and evidence of supporting the integration of technologies into learning and teaching
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills

Additional Information

Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Yu-Chun Pan, Faculty Director ([e-mail]). However, all applications must be made in accordance with the application process specified.

Application Process

Participation in the equal opportunities section is encouraged, but voluntary. Applications must include a full curriculum vitae and a cover letter that sets out concisely in ways relevant to this role how the applicant meets the person specification criteria. Applicants should indicate in their cover letter the % FTE they are interested in.

The panel will be shortlisting for this position on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this post before the closing date if we receive a large number of applications.

Job sponsorship: Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Position Type

Salary Range

£37,960 to £41,461

Additional Information

About the University

Northeastern University London (NU London) is a prestigious higher education institution based in the heart of London and is part of Northeastern University's global campus network. Overlooking the River Thames near Tower Bridge, NU London offers academically challenging educational programmes designed to inspire innovative thinking, encourage interdisciplinary study, and provide global experiences. The bright and modern campus offers award winning, contemporary facilities for students and staff including state of the art audio visual technology in its teaching and meeting spaces.

Inspired by excellence, infused with an energy of ideas and ability in motion, at NU London, being a part of our staff is to be a part of a collective of entrepreneurs and educators, builders and thinkers. NU London is growing quickly, offering opportunity and growth for our staff. Currently hosting 1,500 students, our aim is to have 4000 students by 2028/29.

Choose NU London

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, the University supports staff maintaining a good work/life balance, your health and wellness are of utmost importance to us, and our offerings encompass:

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and winter break holidays (normally 2 days between Christmas and New Year).
• Access to personalised Continuous Professional Development (CPD) plans and opportunities.
• Support with private medical insurance.
• Eye test reimbursement.
• Cycle Scheme vouchers.
• 24/7 employee assistance/ support via our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to deals and discounts for food & shopping in the local area.

Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to:

Yu-Chun Pan

They can be reached at the following:

[e-mail]

However, all applications must be made in accordance with the application process specified.

Application process

Applications should be made by 23:59 on the job posting's end date (if applicable).

Participation in the equal opportunities section is encouraged, but voluntary.

Applications must include a covering letter of no more than one page that addresses the criteria for the role and a full curriculum vitae.

The panel will be shortlisting for this position on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this post before the closing date if we receive a large number of applications.

Please note this role may require a basic or enhanced DBS check. Our organisation acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of our students and staff, and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and Ofsted requirements. You must adhere to the above if you are offered a role with NU London.

For staff's own wellbeing, for part time roles, the expectation is if you have multiple roles, they should not exceed full time (37.5 hours per week), and for full time roles, the expectation is that this will be your only role (apart from intermittent roles).

Applications are welcome from all sections of the community and will be judged on merit alone. We welcome applications from all underrepresented groups, including the Global Majority. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.