Salary: Up to £40,234 per annum, depending on experience
Location: Accrington, Lancashire
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in a month at 23:59 BST.
The Vacancy
Digital Lecturer
Salary: Up to £40,234 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: 35 per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Site: Accrington & Rossendale College
Closing Date: Sunday 17 August 2025
Interview Date: TBC
‘Would you like to be part of a team that aims to create the extraordinary?’
Our Organisation
Nelson and Colne College Group is a beacon for educational excellence, made up of a family of colleges – Nelson & Colne College, Lancashire Adult Learning & Accrington & Rossendale College. Our College Group is now the only Further Education college in Lancashire to be graded as ‘Outstanding’ under the new Ofsted inspection framework.
Together the Group forms a Sixth Form, Skills and Technology Centre, University Centre, employer training and adult learning provider delivering exceptional teaching and learning to all ages and at all levels.
The Exciting Role
A new and exciting opportunity for an experienced Digital Lecturer to join a dynamic and innovative educational institution. As a Digital Lecturer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning to students across a range of digital-related courses. You will work closely with other members of the academic team to design and develop course content, assessments, and learning materials that engage and challenge students.
In this role, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of the college's Digital curriculum, helping to ensure that it remains up-to-date and relevant to the needs of the industry. You will work closely with local employers and other stakeholders to identify emerging trends and technologies, and to ensure that your teaching reflects these developments.
The ideal candidate for this role will have a degree in Computer Science or a related field, as well as a recognised teaching qualification. You will have experience of teaching IT and Computer Science to students of all levels and will be able to demonstrate a passion for your subject and a commitment to student success. You will be a proactive and enthusiastic team player, with excellent communication and organisational skills. We are seeking a practitioner with expertise in software development, particularly in the teaching of programming languages such as Python, C++, and JavaScript. The ideal candidate will also possess experience in teaching Cyber Security and Networking. This role requires a deep understanding of both theoretical concepts and practical applications, with the ability to communicate complex topics clearly and effectively. Experience in delivering hands-on, engaging lessons and adapting to diverse learning styles is highly desirable. Familiarity with the latest industry standards and trends will be an advantage. The role offers the opportunity to work in an innovative, collaborative environment focused on developing the next generation of technology professionals. If you are looking for an exciting new challenge in a dynamic and supportive educational environment, then this could be the role for you!
The successful candidate will be primarily based at Accrington and Rossendale College but may be required to travel across sites.
This post could suit an experienced practitioner looking for their next challenge, a newly qualified teacher looking to make their mark within an outstanding organisation, or a talented aspiring trainee teacher looking for support with their teaching qualification.
What You Will Be Doing
* Teaching on a variety of L3 programs including Digital T levels and BTEC
* Engaging with local schools as part of the recruitment strategy
* Deliver enrichment and enhancement activities
* Work with key employers to co-design the curriculum
* Maintain high quality records related to student assessment, coursework and progress
What We Are Looking For
* A highly enthusiastic and motivated computer science Lecturer
* Degree in a relevant subject area or appropriate professional qualification
* Recent industry experience is desirable
* PGCE qualification or the willingness to work towards one
* Knowledge of and proven ability to deliver the curriculum successfully
* Display initiative, be positive and enthusiastic
* Demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity, customer service and quality assurance
* Possess excellent communication skills
* Be a team player
* Demonstrate a commitment to the process of continuous review and improvement
* Ability to develop and promote relevant curriculum effectively
* Suitability to work with children, young people and/or vulnerable adults
* Ability to use ILT in classroom delivery including interactive whiteboard technology
Further Questions?
Please contact our friendly HR Team h.resources@nelsongroup.ac.uk
* Please note we only accept applications submitted via our website*
All of our posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check due to working with vulnerable adults and children. Should you wish to discuss this further, please get in touch with the HR team.
The Company
The Nelson and Colne College Group is an Ofsted Outstanding Further Education College with a high performance and ambitious culture.
The Group was born in November 2018 with the successful merger between Nelson and Colne College and Accrington and Rossendale College. Prior to that, pan-Lancashire adult community learning provider, Lancashire Adult Learning, became part of the family in 2016.
We are home to 2,400 16-18 year old A Level and vocational students, 16,500 adult learners, 1,300 Apprentices and 400 Higher Education students.
Expertly led by Principal and CEO Lisa O'Loughlin, the College Group delivers year on year improvement, growth and most importantly, highly successful students and Apprentices.
The success of our communities, employers, partners and economy is key to all that we do. We have forged valuable partnerships and a shared vision with like-minded organisations and individuals, creating a network of opportunity and excellence.
Our highly skilled staff are committed to raising and supporting aspirations, providing social mobility and an essential talent pool for the local, regional and national economy.
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