Tutor in Digital Technologies

Our Mission

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. Driven by our passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people, and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them. Our people are the key to our success and each role within the group plays a key role in shaping the world around us.

The Engineering and Digital Technologies curriculum area at CU Coventry, a wholly owned sister company of Coventry University Group, has an outstanding reputation for teaching and student satisfaction.

We are firmly focused on preparing students for successful careers, in the context of industry current and future demands.

The Role

We are currently looking to appoint a Part Time Tutor in Digital Technologies on a 0.5 Fixed Term Contract with expertise in Computer Science or a relevant Computing/Digital Technologies discipline. Ideally and as an added advantage, candidate will be well-versed in several of the following subject areas: Programming Skills, Databases, Networking, Security, Infrastructure, Web Development, Cloud Computing, AI, Machine Learning, IOT and Data Analyst.

As a tutor you will be responsible for providing students with high quality and effective learning through the provision of teaching, curriculum development and tutorials, using an innovative approach of learning lead and focused on students. You will also support the development of the subject area by ensuring a class leading student experience is provided and is a sustainable offer to current and future students and aligned to both employer and student demands.

You will be responsible for the development and delivery of learning, teaching and assessment of the course, including the development updating of the module material and ensuring all course support material is updated on the virtual learning environment.

You will demonstrate good practice in learning, teaching and assessment and will use these skills to engage students, stimulate interest in the subject and encourage class attendance by validating the value class participation provides. You will provide students with an effective learning experience by providing high quality academic guidance and advice.

You will contribute to quality monitoring, the enhancement and continuous improvement of the curriculum and teaching provision provided to ensure a quality student experience.

You will engage in professional development and preferably hold an active membership of related professional bodies to ensure you keep up to date with developments in your field and ensure your teaching is informed by modern professional practice.

Qualifications Required

Master’s Degree (or equivalent industrial experience) or a PhD in relevant Computer Science or Computing/Digital Technologies discipline.

Experience of working in an applied setting particularly within the relevant field, along with active membership of an appropriate professional body will be advantageous.

A teaching qualification or being willing to undertake a teaching qualification if not already qualified is essential for this role. CU Coventry offers academic support and professional development support and provides the opportunity for staff without a recognised teaching qualification to undertake the PGCE.

Our Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter and able to communicate with students, tutors and academics at all levels, both face to face and through blended/online platforms and also contribute to the provision of high-quality teaching within the curriculum area.

You will have experience of teaching at a Higher Education level and with proven ability to deliver at this level. You will also be able to deliver across a broad programme area, but hold advanced subject knowledge to facilitate advanced study in specific aspects of the subject.

You will have a clear passion for the subject area you teach and a strong motivation to facilitate the learning of others. You will have an understanding of the needs of diverse learner groups and student centric approaches.

Experience in producing learning and teaching material for face to face, blended/online use to support the course you deliver would be advantageous.

As a global education provider, experience and awareness of learner’s cultural differences and expectations with the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds is essential.

Innovation and collaboration are key to our success, therefore the ability to work both independently and part of a wider team with the willingness to engage in flexible ways of working are key skills required for this role.

The Benefits

As a staff member of Coventry University, you will have a access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits which includes:

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
• Life Assurance 4 x Salary
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fee’s for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
• New Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle To work scheme

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

Job Description and Person Specification available on our website.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Closing Date: 3^rd April 2024