Teacher of Software Development / Cyber Security at Derby College Group

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an innovative and enthusiastic individual to join the outstanding Digital Academy teaching team at the Joseph Wright Centre. We are seeking either a Software Development Specialist or a Cyber Security Specialist to help inspire the generation of digital professionals.

Specialising in the delivery of T Level pathways in Software Development or Cyber Security, you will deliver engaging, high-quality teaching that motivates students and supports their achievement, progression and future career aspirations.

You will be confident adapting your teaching to a variety of learning environments, using innovative technologies and industry-relevant approaches to ensure students are both challenged and supported to achieve their full potential. This is an excellent opportunity to your expertise, shape future talent and make a genuine impact within a thriving and forward-thinking Digital Academy.

You’ll be an enthusiastic and knowledgeable professional with a teaching qualification, a degree in Computing or a related subject, and relevant industry experience. Confident in delivering lessons and designing assessments, you will be able to adapt your teaching to meet a range of learner needs and qualification levels.

You will have expertise in areas such as programming, project management, cyber security, computer networks or software development, alongside excellent organisational and communication skills. Knowledge of Further Education is desirable, while strong digital, IT and AI literacy is essential.

We are seeking a teacher with specialist expertise in either Software Development or Cyber Security. Possession of skills and experience across both disciplines would be considered an added advantage.

You’ll have the skills to implement both front-end and back-end solutions and be proficient in Python, C#, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React or Angular, and Bootstrap or Tailwind CSS. For back-end development, you should be proficient in teaching ASP.NET Core MVC (#) or Laravel (PHP), with knowledge of SQL Server 2025 and MySQL databases, and a good understanding of ORM.

You’ll be proficient in computer networks and security, including the use of simulation software such as Packet Tracer. You should be able to teach subnetting, VLSM, VLANs, routing protocols, endpoint device protection, ACLs, Syslog, Cisco ASA firewalls and DHCP Snooping. The focus is on securing organisational assets through the proactive implementation of risk assessment procedures.

Salary of £30,549 to £45,987 per annum (this includes our recent pay award)

49 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur)

Membership of the Teacher’s Pension Scheme with a 28.68% employer contribution

Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery

TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard

Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets

Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage

Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse

Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services

Continuous development and progression opportunities

Free eye tests with Specsavers

Our new and enhanced Employee Assistance Programme provides 24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, mental health, and life matters

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.

If you have any questions the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or the role, please us at [email protected].

Safeguarding statement

DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

If you require visa sponsorship

Please note that unfortunately, this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Office website for further information.

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