Tresham College are looking for an experienced Computing lecturer to join our dynamic Digital Technology team, working across our campuses in Kettering, Corby and Wellingborough.
The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing and delivering engaging, interactive lessons to our students, ensuring they reach their full potential. They should have a creative approach to teaching and be able to motivate students to reach their goals. Through your teaching, you will support students studying areas such as Software Development, App Development, Programming and Cyber Security.
The successful candidate must possess a degree in a related subject or significant industrial experience, alongside a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DET), or a willingness to work towards a teaching qualification.
The role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both in the classroom and with colleagues. This role is an excellent opportunity for somebody who enjoys teaching and wants to make an impact on the lives of those they teach, living our values through their work:
- Student centred - At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
- Educational excellence - We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.
- Teamwork - We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
- Continuous improvement - We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on best practice and learning from others.
- Caring - We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage and support each other.
- Inclusive - We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
If you think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you.
Further information about the requirements of the role can be found in the Job Description.
Interviews to be held on 3rd Sept 2024. Please note we do not offer VISA sponsorship. Working for The Bedford College Group This post is a full-time position, working 37 hours per week. This role provides for 45 days annual leave, plus public holidays, alongside the following benefits:
- free on-site parking
- access to discounts at college facilities
- teachers pension scheme
- retail and leisure discounts (through Reward Gateway)
- excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.
About The Bedford College Group The Bedford College Group aims to deliver world-class skills and education to the communities we serve. The Bedford College Group is comprised of Bedford College, Shuttleworth College, The Bedford Sixth Form, Tresham College and the National College of Motorsport.
Safeguarding Our Students The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy.
Potential applicants who are barred from working with Children are reminded that it is a criminal offence to submit an application for this position.
Tresham College campuses in Kettering, Corby and Wellingborough are conveniently located making them commutable by train from surrounding areas, including Market Harborough, Leicester and Nottingham.
About Tresham College Tresham College has three main sites in Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough, each with impressive modern buildings. Across our sites we offer a range of subjects including art & design, construction, engineering, motor vehicle, hairdressing and beauty therapy and more in support of our local communities.
About The Bedford College Group The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year.
Today, the Group is made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire:"Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College and"Tresham"College"in the towns of Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough;"Shuttleworth"College,"a specialist land-based college; The Bedford Sixth Form, (the only dedicated sixth form in Bedford); The Corby Sixth Form, (opened in September 2023); and the National College for Motorsport"alongside"Silverstone"race circuit."To widen accessibility to education and training, the Group also has community-based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering which offer IT training.
Safeguarding our Students The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy.
Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.
