Overview
Role: Lecturer – Computing
Location: Central Bedfordshire College – Dunstable Kingsway Campus
Salary/Benefits: Salary between £31,930 and £36,878 per annum DOE and Qualifications; Teacher’s pension; Retail and Leisure Discounts; professional and personal development opportunities.
Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Fixed Term – Full Time – Fixed until 03 July 2026
About the Role
We are seeking a Lecturer in Computing to join our Computing department at The Bedford College Group. As a Lecturer, you play an important role in the success of our students through:
* Teaching & Learning Delivery – Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons across a range of courses, tailored to meet individual student needs and awarding body standards.
* Student Support & Progress – Guide students toward success by monitoring progress, managing behaviour, and creating inclusive, safe, and stimulating learning environments.
* Curriculum & Resource Development – Develop up-to-date schemes of work and innovative learning materials, sharing subject expertise with colleagues.
* Administration & Quality Assurance – Complete course-related admin tasks accurately and on time, contribute to team meetings, and support quality assurance processes.
* College Engagement & Compliance – Participate in promotional events, uphold safeguarding, equality, and health and safety standards, and engage in ongoing professional development.
About You
* Qualifications & Subject Expertise – Holds a degree in Computing or equivalent experience, with GCSEs in English and Maths, and a willingness to gain a teaching qualification.
* Teaching & Technical Skills – Capable of teaching topics such as Networking, Security, and general Computing subjects, with up-to-date knowledge and UK teaching experience.
* Inclusive & Collaborative Approach – Experienced in working with diverse groups, promoting equality and diversity, and contributing positively to team goals and values.
* Professionalism & Communication – Strong communication, organisation, and professionalism, supporting a high-quality learning environment.
* Commitment & Safeguarding – Dedicated to continuous development, upholding safeguarding responsibilities, and maintaining appropriate boundaries and health and safety standards.
If you do not hold a recognised teaching qualification, please see attached PGCE/CertEd information.
For a detailed breakdown of the job role and requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.
Interviews
Interviews to be held: TBC
Organisation Values
* Valuing Teamwork
* Improving Continuously
* Student Centred
* Inclusive
* Open and Caring
* Nurturing Education Excellence
Safeguarding
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 a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The 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.
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