Role: Associate Lecturer in Computing

Location: Central Bedfordshire College - Dunstable Campus

Salary/Benefits: Rate of £21.50 DOE and Qualifications

Hours/Weeks: AL to cover 3 days of teaching per week - Subject to Discussion at Interview.

About the role:

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Associate Lecturer in Computing to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences to students enrolled in BTEC Level 2 to Level 4 HTQ Computing courses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and effective lessons in Computing for BTEC Level 2 to Level 4 students.
• Develop and implement innovative teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Assess student progress through assignments, projects, and examinations, providing constructive feedback to support their development.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and achievements.
• Contribute to the development and review of the Computing curriculum to ensure it remains relevant and up to date.
• Provide academic and pastoral support to students, supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and departmental activities.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in Computing to incorporate into teaching practices.

About you:

Essential:

• PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Degree in Computing or a closely related field.
• Formal teaching experience, preferably within a FE environment covering BTEC Level 2 to Level 4 in Computing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire students.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with advancements in the field of Computing.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to a positive working environment.
• Good level of information, communication and technology skills particularly in relation to standard packages and virtual learning environments such as Teams, Office 365.
• Willingness to engage within a Teams learning environment with elements of both in-person teaching and online materials.
• A commitment to working with diversity and an ability to relate well to students, including adult learners.

Desirable:

• Experience in curriculum development and assessment design.
• Familiarity with virtual learning environments (VLEs) and e-learning tools.
• Industry experience in Computing or a related area.

Interviews to be Held on 5th August 2024.

Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate alignment to our organisational VISION values:

• Valuing Teamwork - We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously - We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• 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.
• Inclusive - We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and 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 with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence - We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About Bedford College

Bedford College has a number of sites across the town and surrounding areas, these include our main Cauldwell Street campus in the heart of the town, our hair and beauty salon on the High Street, the advanced automotive centre on Brunel Road and the gas and technology plumbing centre in Kempston.

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.