Department: Academic/Bath Spa University partnership (BSU)
Location: Birmingham (On-Site)
Salary: £51,000
Type of Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)
Our Vision: Changing lives through education.
The role: We are currently seeking Lecturers to teach across a range of undergraduate levels as part of our BSc (Hons) Computing programme. Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends.
Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
What you'll be doing: As a Lecturer in Computing at Global Banking School, you will deliver modules based around the three main themes of the programme: Technology, Software, and Data. You will develop and deliver comprehensive course materials, that will equip students with an understanding of database systems, internet technologies, data, cyber security, networking, and business information systems. You will undertake all aspects of learning, teaching and assessment of students and keep up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices.
Responsibilities include:
All aspects of planning, delivering, and assessing student work, ensuring that all learning outcomes are met
Developing, updating, and improving course materials as appropriate
Using a variety of learning and teaching methods/materials
Actively engaging in staff development activities, peer observations, meetings and other administrative duties
Understanding and keeping up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices
Working towards a range of clearly defined objectives for student attendance, continuation, completion, satisfaction and student progression
About you:
You will hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable)
You will have previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area
You will be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of two or more of the following areas:
Programming and software development
Web development
Database systems
Cloud computing
Networking
Cybersecurity
IoT and emerging technologies
Business IT systems
IT management
AI and Machine Learning
Operating Systems
UI/UX
You will have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback
You will have experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records
You will be able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines
You will have excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills
You will be able to work with diverse groups of people
Desirable:
You will hold a Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent)
You will have experience of design / development of academic or professional education programmes or equivalent
What we offer:
25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holiday
1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
Workplace pension scheme
Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech scheme and much more
Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
Reward and recognition programme
£500 award employee referral scheme
Discretionary annual performance bonus
“The diversity and sense of community at GBS make it truly special. Working with colleagues from different cultures fosters mutual learning and understanding. Everyone is united by a shared goal: to support each other and deliver the best possible experience for our students.”
— John Traichaisit, Consultant Lecturer
GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed
