Lecturer in Digital Design & Web Development

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Postcode: WF1 2DH

Hours of work: 37 hours per week

Location: Wakefield City Campus

The Opportunity

We have an amazing opportunity in our Digital Industries Team to teach our highly creative students Digital Design & Web Development students. Modelled on the day-to-day running’s of a Creative Agency, we are looking for people who can not just develop a website but provide the full journey from initial concept to final launch and beyond. As well as qualified teachers, this role would suit a new graduate of Web Design or Web Development degrees, or someone who is working in industry and perhaps looking to give back and change direction – we would give you all the support and professional development to enable you to excel.

Accepting portfolios: If you are interested in the role and you would like to submit a portfolio as part of your application then please send it through to rcharlish@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk

The Team and our Students

We are unique in our approach to Digital Design and Web Development. Our programmes are project driven and our students learn through exploring the whole development process for creative projects, from Brand Design to Marketing to Web Design and Development. They explore all specialisms rather than a specific one. 

Our students are highly creative and keen to learn. They come from different starting points and have different aspirations. They are highly motivated and challenge us every day, which keeps us on our toes!

The Role

As a Lecturer in Digital Design and Web Development with us, you will teach across a range of provision and have ownership of your own programme, but lots of support. You’ll work with our Curriculum Managers to further develop our Web Industry based courses. Our Digital Design and Web Development provision is delivered in our own creative studio offering a professional design environment for both our students and staff.

Although you will primarily focus on the coordination and teaching of your programme, you’ll also have a secondary focus on fostering external links with employers and the Web industry to make sure that what we do is absolutely current and cutting edge. We have a commitment to bringing an exciting and innovative curriculum into our studio.

Your role will be vital in delivering the training and assessment of vocational skills, ensuring that our students enjoy an exceptional learning experience, with employability and professional practice at its core. It’s a fantastic opportunity with a brilliant team and, if you’re interested, we want to hear from you.

About You

You might be a new graduate or currently working in the web development industry. Or, you may already have recent teaching experience. Either way, if you want to bring your expertise into our classrooms, we want to hear from you.

You will hold a degree in Web Development / Web Design / Media Design, as well as GCSE A* - C / 9 - 4 in Maths and English or equivalent.

We are also looking for the following:

• Confidence working with industry standard software including project management software, the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and Figma.
• An understanding of the different specialisms used within Digital Design and Web Development and how they are utilised collaboratively to produce product.
• A creative or technical portfolio of work demonstrating practical experience in generating Web Design and Development, Brand Design and/or Interactive Media related content.
• An understanding of the current and historic developments within the Web Development industry is beneficial, along with knowledge of roles and careers in the creative sector.
• A working knowledge of web programming (or willingness to upskill in this area) would be a distinct advantage. (HTML, CSS, & Javascript)
• Able to utilise Wordpress CMS from both a design and technical perspective.

If you are interested in joining us and would like to submit a portfolio of work to support your application, then please contact rcharlish@heartofyorkshire.ac.uk for an initial conversation. 

Values

Here at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, our Values are at the heart of everything we do. Watch our Principal and CEO, Sam Wright, and Group Chair of Governors, Andrew McConnell, explain how we carry out our values every day – Click to watch

Not yet qualified but interested in getting into teaching?

If you have not previously worked within the Education sector but have considered a career move, you may be suitable for the Department of Education - Taking Teaching Further initiative, which employs industry specialists direct into Further Education. You will receive an enhanced support package whilst you gain a Teaching Qualification. This opportunity can be discussed at the interview stage.

See what we have to offer and come and join us…You won’t be disappointed

Benefits include:

• Generous Annual Leave
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Good Pension Scheme
• Reduced price personal gym membership
• Staff Recognition Awards

Closing date: 17th November 2024

Interview date: Week commencing 25th November 2024

Direct applicants only, no agency CV or referrals.

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS. 

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS. 

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.

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