Lecturer of Degree Apprenticeships (Manchester based)

About Ada, the National College for Digital Skills

At Ada, we're more than just a college; we're a catalyst for transformation. Through our specialised digital skills training, we're empowering a diverse generation of digital talent, shaping the future of the tech sector. Join us at an exciting time of growth in the North West and be a part of our mission to educate and inspire.

The Role

Salary: £44,000 - £52,000 dependent on relevant experience.

Location and travel: the post holder will be required to lead face-to-face delivery in central Manchester on a regular basis. Some overnight travel to London will be required, for which travel and accommodation will be covered.

Start date: As soon as possible

Closing date for applications: Monday 6 January 2025 at 11.00. We reserve the right to remove the advert should an excellent candidate be identified before this date so early applications are recommended.

The role: As a Lecturer at Ada, you'll be instrumental in nurturing the next generation of digital professionals. You’ll design and deliver modules aligned to your expertise, through in-person and remote delivery, and pave the way for our apprentices' success in fields like Data Analysis, Software Engineering, Cyber Security, and Tech Consultancy.

Main Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver modules in your allocated area, deploying both face to face and remote delivery, and ensuring teaching style and learning materials are differentiated for a range of abilities and prior experience
• Operate as module lead for a small number of modules across our programmes, taking overall responsibility for module design, development, and assessment approach.
• Create and mark assignments and exams, using a range of up-to-date assessment methods
• Provide feedback to apprentices on their progress and provide additional support where necessary
• Work collaboratively to ensure that individualised support programmes are in place for learners from diverse backgrounds
• Supervise dissertations for final-year apprentices
• Collaborate with colleagues in London and Manchester, supporting on modules as needed, and contributing to developing and maintaining high quality teaching materials
• Ensure the content you are teaching aligns to the Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours of the relevant apprenticeships you are teaching on

Other Responsibilities:

• Get involved in the design and delivery of other Ada projects as required
• Take on board feedback from apprentices, peers and senior leaders to continuously improve your teaching
• As part of the wider teaching team at Ada, you will collaborate with your peers (including all our 6th form staff) and team members, giving and receiving feedback, planning ahead and supporting each other to ensure an ever-improving experience for our apprentices and a culture of continued professional development for all staff members

We're Looking For:

• EITHER: Professional experience in e.g. software development, data analytics or cyber security
• AND/OR Degree or equivalent in a technical subject (Computer Science, Software Engineering, STEM with demonstrable use of technology)
• Substantial teaching or skills development experience
• Proficiency teaching university level introductory courses in a range of areas e.g. programming, databases, cloud computing, app development, business risk, cyber security, technology project management and delivery.

Why Join Us?

• Professional Development: We offer support for your growth, including training in teaching methodologies and technologies, with the opportunity to progress.
• Flexibility: The role is hybrid, with opportunities to work from home on agreed days. We also offer a core working hours policy to allow for flexibility on start and finish times. 
• Community Impact: Make a lasting difference in the lives of our apprentices and the broader tech community by joining a values driven organisation with a strong mission at its heart.
• Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus up to 5 discretionary days typically when the college is closed in the Christmas & New Year period.
• Pension: Generous stakeholder pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.

Safeguarding

Ada, the National College for Digital Skills is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and references will be sought from previous employers prior to commencing employment. Other related pre-employment checks appropriate to the post will also be carried out.

Equal opportunities

Ada, the National College for Digital Skills recognises that equality of opportunity and the recognition and promotion of diversity are integral to its strengths. The following principles apply in respect of the College’s commitment to equality and diversity:

• To provide and promote equality of opportunity in all areas of its work and activity;
• To recognise and develop the diversity of skills and talent within its current and potential community;
• To ensure that all employees and prospective employees of the College are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential without receiving any unjustified discrimination or unfavourable treatment on grounds such as age, disability, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender reassignment, trans status, socio-economic status or any other irrelevant distinction;
• To provide and promote a positive working, learning, and social environment which is free from prejudice, discrimination and any forms of harassment, bullying or victimisation;
•  To promote good relations between individuals from different groups.

Applicants with disabilities

We are keen to increase the number of disabled people we employ. We therefore encourage applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application please contact HR@ada.ac.uk.

Variations to this Job Description

This is a description of the job as it is at present, and is current at date of issue. The job description will be reviewed and updated as necessary to ensure that appropriate revisions are incorporated, and that it relates to the job to be performed.

Sponsorship

Sadly, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role so can only accept applications from candidates who have the legal right to work and remain in the United Kingdom.

How to apply

Please send your current CV and include a cover letter addressing how you meet the person specification and email to jobs@ada.ac.uk by 06 January 2025. Please put ‘Application for post of Lecturer, Manchester’ in the subject line. If you have a question about the role please send an email to the above address.