Teacher - Digital and Computing

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of digital professionals?
Do you have the skills and industry knowledge to inspire learners across Cyber Security, Networking, Software Development and Digital Technologies?

Join our Digital and Computing team at East Sussex College and play a key role in delivering high-quality education across further and higher education programmes. Based at our Eastbourne campus, you will primarily teach on our Level 3 Digital T Level programmes, while also contributing to Computing and Creative Media courses from Level 1 through to Level 6. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable educator to help learners develop the technical and professional skills needed for successful careers in the digital sector.

This exciting role will include:

• Delivering cybersecurity, computer networking and software development modules to Level 3 Digital T Level learners.
• Teaching practical networking skills using Cisco Packet Tracer, enabling learners to build, configure and troubleshoot simulated network environments.
• Delivering programming and web development across a range of further and higher education programmes.
• Teaching selected project management modules on Creative Media courses, including project planning, scheduling, monitoring progress and effective delivery.
• Supporting learners to explore concept design, digital innovation and emerging technologies within the creative and digital industries.
• Developing engaging learning materials, assessing learner progress and providing constructive feedback to support achievement.

If you can demonstrate the following, then we'd love to hear from you:

• A relevant qualification in Computing, Cyber Security, Networking, Software Development, Digital Technologies or a related discipline.
• Experience teaching or working within the digital, IT or technology sector.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, networking technologies and software development practices.
• Experience using industry-standard tools such as Cisco Packet Tracer and web development technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate learners from diverse backgrounds.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding teaching, learning and assessment, helping learners achieve their full potential.
• Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and the ability to bring relevant industry practice into the classroom.
• For many of our teaching roles, we welcome applications from candidates at any stage of their career, including industry professionals with no/limited teaching experience.  We are able to offer teacher development & qualifications to

Closing date: Wednesday 18th November 2026

• Interview Date: W/C 23rd November 2026

College location: Based at our Ore Valley Campus

Annual salary: Circa £31,000 - £43,000 FTE (Circa £25,100 - £34,800 Pro Rata.)

(Subject to qualifications, skills and experience)

Hours:   Part-time – 30 Hours/52.14 Weeks

For the right candidate this can be a deputy head of curriculum role, to increase this to a full time, 37 hours a week opportunity.

In return, we can offer you:

A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.  

To Apply and view the Job Description & Person Specification, please register or log in and complete the online form via the 'Apply' link below.

For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email [email protected]. Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.

OTHER INFORMATION:

East Sussex College is a values-driven Further Education college with over 1,300 colleagues and 5,500 students across campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes, and Newhaven. We offer a wide range of programmes including A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, higher education, and adult learning.

Our ESC PROUD Values: Positivity – Respect – Opportunity – Unity – Diversity

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles require enhanced DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.

We are also committed to making our recruitment process accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please contact People Services at [email protected] and we will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptations.

At East Sussex College, we celebrate individuality and strive for an inclusive, equitable workplace. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including Black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Please note: Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.

Recruitment Agencies

We prefer to hire our people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we require additional support. We will be in touch if we need you.