Computer Science Tutor

You would be working in a culture of enhancing learning, teaching and assessment through a developmental approach, which for you will mean autonomy, innovation, and development opportunities.

You will teach on International Foundation Year (level 3) and International Year One (level 4) programmes focusing on the Computer Science pathway. You will play a key role by contributing to the development of teaching materials and formative assessment. You will empower students to reach the level they need to progress into university by providing student-centred, engaging, and innovative learning. You’ll undertake marking and feedback on formative and summative assessments.

We are especially interested in hearing from applicants with experience in teaching object-oriented programming, software engineering, or computing. 

ABOUT THE ROLE  

Student learning experience

• Contribute to the delivery and development of modules and teaching sessions offered by the Cardiff ISC
• Prepare and deliver teaching sessions, with a maximum teaching load of up to 25 hours per week. The specific number of taught hours is subject to operational needs and will be discussed with successful candidates
• Up-to-date knowledge of the subject. Specifically, broad knowledge and understanding of general-purpose programming and software development.
• Prepare module tests and other forms of formative and summative assessments
• Mark students’ formative and summative assessments submissions and provide timely feedback to students on their performance, including writing regular student reports and tutorials
• Develop and update course material for modules and teaching sessions, including module material for the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
• Work with the Centre’s Student Experience team in the delivery of induction, orientation and registration programmes.
• Notify and liaise with colleagues where necessary to ensure all students receive appropriate on-going welfare and progression support
• Support with the coordination of and delivery of labs

Quality and standards assurance and enhancement

• Implement quality assurance procedures at module and teaching session level and contribute to the annual monitoring and review of courses
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student attendance and performance
• Attend and contribute to standardisation, moderation and other quality assurance meetings

Academic management and personal development

• Participating in regular meetings with teaching and support staff contributing to the effective overall management of the programme and student life cycle
• Maintain and submit accurate and timely records of teaching and other activities
• Participate in regular training and development activities and maintain a log of these activities
• Carry out any other duties as required from time to time by centre managers

ABOUT YOU  

• A Bachelor’s degree (Essential) in computer science, Software engineering, closely related discipline.
• A master’s in computer science, Software engineering, Cybersecurity closely related discipline (Desirable)
• Teaching qualification (Desirable)
• Experience of teaching in UK higher, further education or sixth form (Essential)
• Experience of working with international students (Desirable)
• Knowledge of Java or other object-oriented programming languages
• Ability to develop and update teaching material and preferably experience of working within a Virtual Learning Environment
• Competence in teaching and administrative IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, etc.)
• A student-centred and client-focused approach
• A commitment to continuous professional development
• Strong record-keeping skills
• Flexibility and willingness to work under pressure to deadlines
• Enthusiasm and motivation to be a performance-driven team player.

Closing Date: 13^th September 2026

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