Teaching Assistant in Computer Science in London

About the Opportunity

Teaching Assistant in Computer Science

Position overview

• Discipline: Computing
• Faculty: Computing, Mathematics, Engineering & Natural Sciences (CoMENS)
• Location: London, Devon House / Portsoken (St Katherines Dock)
• Term: Part-time (Up to 0.4 FTE); Fixed Term (01 September 2026 – 31 May 2027)
• Salary Range: Teaching Assistant (G6) £37,960 to £41,461, progressing to £42,701 per annum once in post

Benefits

• The university supports staff maintaining a good work/life balance, offers flexible working and parental leave opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential advice on both home and work concerns.
• Optional private medical insurance, season ticket loans, and participation in the cycle to work scheme.

Line Management Responsibility: N/A

Reports to: Line manager assigned within the Faculty of CoMENS

Start date (dependent on successful completion of relevant checks): 1st September 2026 or by arrangement

The role

Northeastern University London invites applications for a Teaching Assistant in Computer Science. The appointees will support Computer Science teaching at the University, primarily at undergraduate level (Levels 4–5). Key areas include but are not limited to Python programming and discrete structures.

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 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.

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

Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Fatemeh Parsa, Head of Computing at f.parsa@nulondon.ac.uk or Dr Tobias Hartung, Associate Director of Teaching and Learning at tobias.hartung@nulondon.ac.uk. However, all applications must be made in accordance with the application process specified.

Applications must include a full curriculum vitae, a cover letter that sets out concisely and in ways relevant to this role how the applicant meets the person specification criteria, and a teaching statement (1 page maximum). 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.

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

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.

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.