Lecturer in Computing (Level 6 Capstone Project Lead)- Manchester

Lecturer in Computing (Level 6 Capstone Project Lead)- Manchester Lecturer in Computing (Level 6 Capstone Project Lead) Manchester Salary - £43,306 - £47,728 London weighting: £4,000 per annum (if applicable) Employment type: Permanent Hours per week: 37 Reporting into: Senior Lecturer Department: School of STEM Click here to read the full job description and view our excellent benefits here This role will require a presence of at least 4 days a week on our Manchester Campus with 1 day working from home to suit the student timetable. You maybe required to be on campus 5 days a week in some cases, based on teaching and meeting requirements. Travel will be required into the following locations:- Manchester campus About Arden University : We are an aspirational and multi-award-winning university, delivering rapid growth with ambitious plans to disrupt the HE sector through our passion for innovation and digital education. Our vision is to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education. There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines, forge worldwide partnerships, and expand our locations. About our Department : Teach. Inspire. Transform. We are an aspirational and multi-award-winning university, delivering rapid growth and transforming higher education. Our mission is to remove barriers and become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education We’ve just been ranked 5th in the UK for overall student positivity (2025 NSS), with Computing performing above benchmarks in a number of key areas including Teaching and Assessment/Feedback. We’re growing — fast — and we’re looking for passionate Lecturers in Computing who want to shape the next generation of digital thinkers. About the Opportunity: As a Lecturer in Computing (Level 6 Capstone Project Lead) with responsibility for the Level 6 Capstone Project module, you will play a key role in guiding final‑year students through one of the most significant elements of their degree. You will deliver the capstone project module sessions to students, oversee the full project lifecycle, and act as the central point of contact for both students and project supervisors. Working collaboratively with academics across Arden’s UK study centres, you will ensure that all students receive high‑quality support throughout the duration of their project. Our blended learning programmes provide flexible daytime and evening teaching options, while our distance learning programmes engage students via a range of online learning platforms. As a Lecturer in Computing with capstone project responsibility, you will: Teaching & Module Leadership Deliver engaging and dynamic teaching for the Level 6 Capstone Project module, both on campus and online. Support the academic development and quality assurance of the module, including updating learning materials, assessment briefs, and guidance documents. Support students in developing robust, ethical, and feasible project proposals aligned with the Computing programme learning outcomes. Project Oversight & Supervision Coordination Oversee the full Level 6 capstone project process, ensuring clarity, consistency, and high standards. Assign students to appropriate project supervisors based on expertise, workload, and project suitability. Provide academic leadership and guidance to supervisors, ensuring they understand expectations, timelines, and marking criteria. Act as an escalation point for project queries, student concerns, academic issues, and project‑related decision‑making. Monitor supervisor engagement and student progress throughout the project lifecycle, identifying and resolving issues proactively. Assessment & Quality Assurance Support with the approval and marking processes, ensuring rigour, fairness, and consistency. Contribute to the creation of authentic, research‑driven assessment tasks that reflect industry and academic expectations. Provide high‑quality formative and summative feedback that supports student development and academic achievement. Engage in internal moderation and support external examiner processes. Curriculum Development & Innovation Lead or support the enhancement of project‑related modules and research pathways to ensure alignment with current computing and technology trends. Contribute to the design and development of new programmes and the refresh of existing curricula. Promote innovation in teaching, supervision, and assessment practices, with a particular emphasis on research‑informed learning and digital‑first approaches. Student Support & Academic Community Offer high‑quality academic advice, pastoral support, and research guidance to Level 6 students undertaking major projects. Foster a positive, research‑active learning environment. Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure student success and progression About You: At Arden, we do things differently. Our “no lectures” approach means we champion hands-on, interactive learning that prepares students for real-world tech challenges and the modern workplace. We are seeking passionate Computing Lecturers to join our innovative team within our Department of Computing & Technology. You’ll work in a hybrid model , spending around 3–4 days a week on our vibrant campus , supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking academic community that thrives on creativity and progress. Here, your ideas matter. Your teaching transforms. Why Arden: At Arden, you will become a part of a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to removing unnecessary barriers to learning and making education more accessible. Our people work hard to ensure our students journeys are the best they can possibly be, as such we want to reward our people with fantastic benefits. Employees benefit from: 30 days holiday + bank holidays on-top, and even a Christmas closure! A generous Aviva pension plan, company contributions starting from 7% SimplyHealth plan option Private Medical Insurance coverage (applies to certain job roles) Access to Perkbox benefits Study any Arden course for free, with a discount for all family and friends Plus, other excellent benefits Our ‘Golden Ticket’ which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education Our Values: Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness, reflect who we are as an institution, a team and as individuals. If they also reflect you and you are excited by the chance to be the driving, creative force within a growing business, we want to hear from you. There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines and locations. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible. If you are a current Arden student or have an upcoming course with us, you are not eligible to apply for Student Experience roles due to a conflict of interest related to system access. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion: Arden University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. This means that if you have a disability, as defined by the Disability Equality Act 2010, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role. If you wish to be considered under this scheme, you can indicate via the application form below. By doing so, you are also consenting for this information to be shared with the hiring team. For more details on what qualifies as a disability under the Disability Equality Act 2010, please refer to the guidance here . As an Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Therefore, we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances, and actively welcome applications from all groups. Sponsorship statement: Please be aware that some roles may not meet the points requirement for a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points-based immigration system. However, we welcome applications from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but may be eligible for a visa through an alternative route. Department School of STEM Role Lecturer Locations Manchester Campus Remote status Hybrid Yearly salary £43,306 - £47,728 Employment type Full-time Working model (Please note, our working models are a non-contractual benefit and can be subject to change) Hybrid Contract Type: Academic Contract About Arden University Since 1990, Arden University has reshaped flexible higher education, becoming a beacon for accessible learning. Beginning as a trusted online partner for UK universities, we've transformed into a symbol of online and blended degree courses designed for modern lives. With over 90 career-focused qualifications, validated by prestigious bodies like the British Psychological Society and Chartered Management Institute, our dedication to exceptional education stands strong. Our mission is forward-looking and purposeful. We understand the evolving needs of employers and the global economy, driving us to champion meaningful change. Through our Study Centres in the UK (Manchester, Birmingham, London, Leeds, Nottingham) and Berlin, Germany, we empower a diverse student community to access life-altering degree pathways. At our core lies equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, rooted in the belief that education is a force for both individual and collective progress. By seamlessly merging technology and education, we're breaking down barriers and revolutionizing conventional learning models. Join our community of around 1,100 colleagues in shaping a more accessible, inclusive, and brighter future for all. Founded in 1990