Job Description

The Role:

Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is currently seeking a passionate and innovative Lecturer in Computing to join our Digital and Creative Innovation (DACI) team. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the next generation of digital talent while contributing to a dynamic and creative academic community.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

As a Lecturer in Computing, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching and support to our students. Your main duties will involve:


Delivering and managing inclusive learning, teaching, and assessment in computing to a high standard. Assisting in curriculum design, development, and quality improvement to enhance the student experience. Supporting student recruitment, retention, achievement, and progression, providing targeted guidance. Contributing to the academic community through research, scholarship, and professional practice. Using digital and face-to-face teaching tools and systems (e.g., VLE) to drive student success.

About the Digital and Creative Innovation Team (DACI):

DACI is at the forefront of developing creative and digital innovation at B&FC. We are dedicated to fostering innovation and excellence in computing, equipping students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

Why Join Us?

At B&FC, you will be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to education and digital advancement. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire and influence future digital professionals while furthering your own academic and professional development.

Interested? Apply Early!

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If this role excites you, submit your application today!



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Rewards and Benefits

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Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work Certified(TM)


Enhanced leave allowance of

50 days

(full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Competitive pension scheme: + Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) -

28.68%

employer contribution
+ Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) -

15.4%

employer contribution

Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. 1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications Agile working opportunities Enhanced Family friendly policies Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to: + Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
+ Occupational Health
+ FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
+ FREE eye tests
+ Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing
+ FREE healthy breakfast
+ Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
+ Health and beauty salon
+ Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)

Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates FREE car parking Car lease scheme Cycle to work scheme Onsite kids 'Sports Camp' 8am - 5pm during selected half-term breaks



B&FC is committed to the promotion of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all resourcing practices. Please email jobs@blackpool.ac.uk should a specific adjustment be required to support in the application and selection process


B&FC is dedicated to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all learners, and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. As such, employment at B&FC is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information on DBS, please click here


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Job Type

Permanent

Curriculum / Service Area

Digital and Creative Innovation

Campus / Location

Various

Hours per week

22.2

Part-Year?

No

Post scale

Lecturer 1

Post Scale Range (FTE)

31,023 - 35,976

Closing Date

05/10/2025