Sandwell College
Sandwell
£26,661 - £48,160 per year
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
19 October 2025
Apply by:
16 September 2025
Job overview
We are excited to invite applications for the position of Lecturer in Computing at Sandwell College. We welcome candidates interested in part-time or full-time roles, on a permanent basis. If you are keen to gain invaluable teaching experience through a flexible role, or looking to build a fulfilling long-term career in further education, this opportunity offers the chance to become part of a vibrant learning community. Join us and play a vital role in shaping the future of our Computing provision within a dynamic and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
As a Lecturer of Computing at Sandwell College, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective lessons in various computing topics, including programming, networking, cybersecurity, website development, graphics and many more. You will be expected to create a stimulating learning environment that encourages students to reach their full potential which prepares them for success in the rapidly evolving field of computing.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
To be successful in this role, you will need a relevant degree or professional qualification, along with a strong track record of excellent teaching and learning practice. Experience of working in the Computing industry is desirable but not essential.
Teaching Qualifications & Salary Banding
To be eligible for our Qualified Lecturer salary banding (£31,837 - £48,160), you must hold one of the following teaching qualifications:
Accepted Qualifications:
DTTLS (Diploma in Teaching in the Li
felong Learning Sector)
Certificate in Education
PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
DET (Diploma in Education and Training)
DiT (Diploma in Teaching) – if for a vocational subject
If you do not hold one of the above qualifications, you will fall into our Unqualified Lecturer salary banding (£26,661).
Not Accepted as Stand Alone Qualifications:
PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
CTLLS (Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)
If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please get in touch.
About Sandwell College
Sandwell College
1 Spon Lane, West Bromwich
West Midlands
B70 6AW
United Kingdom
About Sandwell College
Sandwell College is a great place to work; a large, successful and growing College that has achieved significant success over recent years and has further, big ambitions for its future.
It has two state of the art campuses in West Bromwich accessible through excellent transport links and, following a successful merger with Cadbury Sixth Form College, has an exciting presence in Birmingham.
The majority of the College's full-time students are aged 16-18, studying courses designed to give them skills for the modern workplace in a learning environment fully equipped with a specialist automotive centre, beauty and hairdressing salons, computer suites, construction workshops, engineering and science laboratories, fashion and photography studios, a sports hall and a 170-seater theatre.
Principal
Lisa Capper (MBE)
Values and vision
Sandwell College aims to help students achieve their goals and take their next step, whether that be further progression with the college, Higher Education, or employment and training. It also aims to offer its students first class guidance and support and to do everything it possibly can to help them succeed, driving innovation and quality forward.
Sandwell College's objective is to give young people the best possible transition from school to college and get them into top universities and careers. It is also strongly committed to creating opportunities for its adult learners by working closely with local and regional businesses, both large and small, to help them develop a skilled workforce.
Ofsted
"The large majority of students make good or better progress. Students develop very good personal, social and employability skills that prepare them well for further study and for the world of work. Teaching and learning are good, and often outstanding. Students benefit from the college's excellent teaching, study and social spaces, with very high quality resources and equipment to support learning."
View Sandwell College's latest Ofsted report
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