Digital & Computing Department Vacancies
Want to help create brighter futures? We are excited to be recruiting exciting and fulfilling roles within our department.
Due to continued expansion, and to support our ambitious plans, we are looking for passionate individuals to inspire the next generation of digital professionals to support the delivery of our FE programmes that continue to meet the high demands of the sector in the South West.
We are the lead College for the West of England Institute of Technology and are the training destination for employers.
We can support candidates to undertake a Level 4/5 Diploma in Education and Training (or equivalent/higher level teaching qualification) where relevant.
An attractive package with a generous pension scheme and holiday entitlement in place, located in state-of-the-art modern campus facilities.
RECENT NEWS STORIES
<p>A group of talented learners have achieved a national qualification for the prestigious <a href="https://www.worldskillsuk.org/">WorldSkills Competition</a> in the digital category. This remarkable accomplishment showcases the College's dedication to nurturing exceptional talent and preparing students for the dynamic and competitive digital landscape.</p><p>WorldSkills is the largest international skills competition, bringing together young professionals from around the world to showcase their expertise in various vocational fields. The digital category encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including web development, cybersecurity, digital marketing, and software engineering. Competitors are judged based on their technical skills, creativity, problem-solving abilities, and their capacity to deliver high-quality results under pressure.</p><p>Weston College's learners have demonstrated their exceptional aptitude and proficiency in the digital field. Their outstanding performance in rigorous competitions and assessments has qualified them to represent both the College and their country at the esteemed WorldSkills Competition, where they will compete against the best young talents from across the globe.</p><p>Jason Hill, the Subject Area Manager for <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/compu…;, expressed his immense pride in the learners' achievements, stating, "The qualification of our learners for the WorldSkills Competition in the digital category is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and the exceptional guidance provided by our talented faculty. Weston College is committed to equipping our learners with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their chosen careers, and this achievement is a validation of our educational approach."</p><p>Participation in the WorldSkills Competition presents learners with a unique opportunity to showcase their abilities on an international stage, gain valuable experience, and network with industry professionals and experts. It offers a platform for learners to enhance their skills, broaden their horizons, and raise awareness of the excellence fostered at Weston College.</p><p>The learners' success also reflects the College's commitment to staying at the forefront of digital education, ensuring that its curriculum aligns with industry demands and evolving technologies. By providing learners with access to state-of-the-art facilities, industry-standard tools, and expert guidance, Weston College empowers its students to thrive in the digital age and make meaningful contributions to the global workforce.</p>
<p>Learners from the <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/compu… Level Digital and BTEC Computing courses</a> recently took part in the Bebras Challenge. Bebras is a computational thinking challenge that is organised over 50 countries, in partnership with Oxford University and The Raspberry Pi Foundation. Learners answer questions that look at challenging their logical thinking and problem-solving abilities, both of which are vital skills required in computer science. This takes place in the 2nd week of November, with all that compete earning either a certificate of participation, merit, distinction or best in school.</p><p>Tom, one of the learners who had placed in the top 10% of achievers, told us about his experience.</p><p>“Our whole class entered the challenge together. Ben Hobbs, our teacher, put in the application for us all. It was great that we all entered as it meant we were able to revise together; we were given practice papers for the lead-up to make sure we were prepared for the challenge.</p><p>“I’d only found out about being in the top 10% of competitors when I was given the certificate the following week; it was definitely the highlight of the challenge!”</p><p>Those that achieve within the top 10% nationally, are eligible to take part within the Oxford University Computing Challenge (OUCC) in January, which looks to challenge them on their programming abilities within their choice of coding language, including C#, Java or Python.</p><p>Tom commented: “I intend on taking part in the OUCC; I think it will be much more difficult as it is focused on problem solving with coding, but I’m excited to face the challenge.”</p><p>Tom’s advice to anyone thinking of entering the Bebras challenge was to “try and manage your time and answer as many questions as you can – practice questions were the best and most effective way to improve on this.”</p><p>Ben Hobbs, the computing teacher who entered the learners into the challenge, said: “I am so proud of everyone who competed in the Bebras Challenge, particularly those who were in the top 10%; what an incredible achievement! Opportunities like these are the perfect way for the learners to put what they learn into practise, and the development in their confidence afterwards is astounding! Congratulations to everybody involved!”</p>
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Alisha
“Alisha is not only the only female to achieve a Distinction* nationally but is also one of four learners to achieve this grade. This an incredible accomplishment as this equated to being in the top 1.2% nationally!”
One Message, Different Voices
Take a look at this powerful film made by the staff of Weston College to show how important it is for everyone from different backgrounds to be included. The film shares heartfelt stories and interviews with a diverse group of staff, showing how accepting different identities and backgrounds can make a big difference. Its purpose is to encourage viewers to think about their own biases and work towards making our community more welcoming to all. We invite everyone, regardless of their background, to join us and be a part of our journey toward a more inclusive future.
Our workplace champions the right of staff to embrace all Afro-hairstyles. We acknowledge that Afro-textured hair is an important part of our Black employees’ racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious identities, and requires specific styling for hair health and maintenance. We celebrate Afro-textured hair worn in all styles including, but not limited to, afros, locs, twists, braids, cornrows, fades, hair straightened through the application of heat or chemicals, weaves, wigs, headscarves, and wraps. In this workplace, we recognise and celebrate our colleagues’ identities. We are a community built on an ethos of equality and respect where hair texture and style have no bearing on an employee's ability to succeed.
FAQ's
Yes – Weston College may provide a relocation supplement to the right candidate(s) to support with relocation.
Yes – you will be placed on Weston College's internal teacher training programme or the Education Training Foundation's 'Taking Teaching Further' programme. This will include undertaking a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (or equivalent/higher level teaching qualification) starting in September 2021 and will be completed by July 2022.
As a new teacher, the programme includes intensive support for the first eight weeks to support the transition into the educational sector, followed by a support model that provides a reduced workload until the end of July 2022.
As part of this programme, you will be allocated a mentor to support your transition from the industry.
Yes – we would still encourage applicants to apply. Candidates can organise a virtual discussion with one of our team to discuss further. Please find the booking link above.
Yes – Weston College actively promotes staff to maintain industry currency and/or membership. The College provides an extensive CPD programme whilst supporting staff to engage with industry-specific training.
