Associate Lecturer - Computing

at  The Bedford College Group

We are currently seeking an hourly paid Associate Lecturer in Computing to join The Bedford College Group at our Central Bedfordshire College campus in Dunstable.
An Associate Lecturer plays an important role in the success of our students by developing and delivering engaging and innovative lessons that inspire learning and foster academic growth. They assess student progress, providing constructive feedback to help students reach their full potential, and maintain accurate records and reports to track development. Collaborating closely with other members of the IT team, the Associate Lecturer contributes to the development and delivery of the curriculum, ensuring it remains current and relevant. Additionally, they play a key part in the overall development of the department, driving continuous improvement and supporting a high-quality learning environment.

Ideal candidates will have experience of teaching Computing, with a strong, up-to-date knowledge of the subject area, relevant syllabus, and modern teaching methods. They will be able to demonstrate expertise in delivering content that is both current and aligned with industry standards. In addition to practical teaching experience, candidates should hold the following qualifications:

• Degree in relevant subject area
• Good standard of General Education to include Maths and English at Level 2
• Recognised Teaching Qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed) (Desireable)

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.

Please refer the Job description for details