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Lecturer - Computing

CETES
Full-time
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Job Title

Lecturer - Computing

Post Holder

Accountable
To

Delivery Team Manager – Creative, Enterprise, Technology and
Essential Skills

Responsible
For

Providing learning, teaching and assessment in line with pre-agreed
timetables

Department

CETES

Overall Purpose of Job

To provide effective learning, teaching and assessment as agreed with the Head of Sector
and Delivery Team Manager.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

CORE KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

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Formally structured teaching to agreed target detailed on the timetable using
a range of appropriate learning and teaching methods.

To develop, review, maintain and update learning and teaching materials
including lesson plans, handouts, presentations and formative assessment.

Effective assessment of learning and teaching, student tutorials/projects, etc.

To maintain accurate records relating to student attendance and
achievement.

To carry out assessments in line with awarding body standards and provide
formal feedback to students.

To comply with all College Policies and Procedures.

To provide curricular guidance and first line discipline to students as required.

To maintain professional teaching standards and vocational qualifications.

To attend agreed professional/staff development and to participate in the
Individual Staff Review process.

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To participate in Portfolio area and other College meetings as required.

You may also be required to:

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Undertake duties as an Internal Verifier in line with College Policy and
Procedures in an area of occupational competency.

To undertake the duties of a Course Tutor.

To support the work of the Portfolio Area in terms of recruitment, marketing
and resourcing as required.

The above mentioned duties and responsibilities represent the current situation and
may change over time to reflect the changing needs and requirement of the College.

Signed …………………………………………………… Date ………………………
(Staff Member)

Signed ………………………………………………….. Date ………………………
(Line Manager)

PERSON SPECIFICATION

QUALIFICATIONS

Teaching Qualification in Further Education (TQFE)

PDA in Teaching Practice in Scotland (Learning & Teaching) or
equivalent
Computing
Professional qualification related to Computing

related qualification at SCQF Level 8 or above

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KNOWLEDGE

Applicants must demonstrate knowledge and skills that underpin the
modern digital world, bringing together elements of technology,
computing science, and creative digital media.
Knowledge and practical understanding of applying analysis, design,
implementation, and evaluation skills to a range of digital solutions.

EXPERIENCE

Experience in teaching Computing or related subject

Experience of working in the Computing sector
Industrial experience, with strong knowledge and understanding of how
to communicate computing concepts and explain computational
behaviour clearly using accurate and current technical terminology.
Evidence of strong industry contacts that can support curriculum
relevance, enhance learner employability, and help maintain up
awareness of sector needs.

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INTERPERSONAL SKILLS &
ABILITIES
Effective presentation skills, with the ability to deliver engaging and
structured learning sessions.
Excellent communication skills—both individual and group—with the
ability to explain complex concepts clearly and appropriately to different
audiences.
Strong negotiating and influencing skills, enabling positive relationships
with learners, colleagues, and external partners.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, contributing positively to
collaborative planning, problem

solving, and student support.

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management and organisational skills, enabling effective

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ABILITIES/QUALITIES
Good time
planning and prioritisation of workload.
Effective decision
identify solutions, and act appropriately.
Excellent ICT skills, with confidence in using a wide range of digital
tools and platforms to support teaching, learning, and administration.
Ability to work flexibly and adapt positively to change, including shifts in
curriculum, delivery methods, and learner needs.

making skills, with the ability to assess situations,

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