Computing Lecturer

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals. Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone, from undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.

Our aim is to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference to the lives of everyone at Bradford College. Bradford College is an award-winning college, working together to transform lives, providing students with an excellent and outstanding experience that they can take with them into their chosen careers.

You will challenge educational and social disadvantage and secure high standards of learning and achievement for all students through the delivery of high-quality, inspiring, and exciting teaching in Computing. You will lead, teach, and assist in the development of courses within the programme area, and the ideal candidate will be prepared to share best practice and collaborate with colleagues.

You will demonstrate an up-to-date working knowledge and understanding of a range of teaching, learning and assessment strategies and know how to use and adopt them to provide opportunities for all learners to achieve their potential. You will need to be a specialist in one of the following fields:

• Programming
• Software Development
• Application Development
• Networking
• Cyber Security

Responsibilities Include:

• To teach on courses specified by the Head of Department/Head of School.
• To motivate and build self-esteem and self-worth/self-belief, developing a 'can do' attitude with students.
• To communicate effectively with students and colleagues.
• To communicate effectively with parents and carers at appropriate times, conveying relevant information about attainment, objectives and progress.
• To participate in open events and parents/student consultation evenings as appropriate.
• To participate actively in the development of curriculum; and where appropriate in cross College curriculum development.
• To participate actively in the enrolment, induction, monitoring, profiling and initial assessment of students or trainees.
• To devise individual learning plans and provide support for learners in line with the requirements of the course.
• To devise Plans of Learning for the taught curriculum.

Other Duties:

These duties may be amended from time to time by the line manager in consultation with the post holder.

Education & Training:

• Educated to Degree (or equivalent) standard.
• A recognised teaching qualification or willing to work towards one within a set time period.
• Evidence of continuous professional development and the ability to reflect on teaching practice and personal performance.
• GCSE 4-9 (A*-C) or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in maths or equivalent.
• GCSE 4-9 (A*-C) or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in English or equivalent.

Experience:

• Specialist knowledge of subject(s).
• Proven experience and evidence of successful teaching.
• Experience of being a pastoral/form tutor (16-19).
• Academic or industrial or commercial experience in an area relevant to the programmes.
• Experience of using Microsoft Teams, interactive whiteboards, Moodle and using digital resources to enhance learning and teaching.
• Experience of delivering FE including assessment with awarding organisations.
• Ability to utilise Information Technology and Information, Learning and Technology both within learning and for administrative purposes.

Benefits Of Working At Bradford College:

• Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days holidays, plus bank holidays.
• Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure.
• Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally.
• Free sports and gym facilities.
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space.
• Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders.
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback.
• Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts.
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa.
• On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant.
• A host of training development opportunities.
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025.
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Non-profit Organizations