Casual Lecturer Digital Skills

About The Role

Casual Lecturer – part‑time adult courses in Digital Skills, Computing and IT at Manchester Adult Education.

Daytime and evening sessions. Casual – flexibility on teaching days.

09 February 2026 – Final date to receive applications 11:59 pm.

Face to face.

2 references required. 3 years’ employment history preferred.

• GCSE A* – C / 9 – 4 in English – essential
• GCSE A* – C / 9 – 4 in Maths – essential
• Level 5 teaching qualification or willingness to work towards Level 5;
  Level 3 Award in Education and Training acceptable.

Full valid driving licence and own car required for occasional journeys; car journeys not essential.

Enhanced DBS check required under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

• Project Management – accredited level 2 portfolio based.
• Programming – accredited level 2 exam based.
• Cybersecurity – accredited level 2.
• Networking – accredited level 2.
• Website Design – accredited level 2.
• Digital Marketing – accredited level 2.
• Skill‑Up drop‑in workshops (non‑accredited).
• Digital Skills for Beginners (non‑accredited).
• Microsoft for Work (non‑accredited).

• Deliver teaching and learning at consistently good or outstanding standard.
• Assess learners’ work accurately – formative and summative against awarding body criteria.
• Take course leadership responsibilities.
• Participate in team meetings and working groups.
• Comply with quality assurance procedures and service policies.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of the subject area.

Lecturer with a track record of delivering IT courses to adult learners of varying skill levels.

• Hold GCSE A* – C / 9 – 4 in English and Maths (essential).
• Hold a teaching qualification – ideally Level 5 or willingness to work towards Level 5.
• Committed to developing teaching skills and qualifications (essential).

Local council for a vibrant and diverse city. We are an inclusive employer committed to diversity, equality and accessibility. We offer flexible working and a range of lawful employment and training opportunities.

• Generous holiday allowance – up to 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (31 days after five years). Option to purchase two additional weeks.
• UK’s largest local government pension scheme – life cover of three‑times salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave.
• Discounts – weekly shop, holidays, MCR+ perks, phone contracts, cycle‑to‑work, free flu jabs and eye tests.
• Learning and growth opportunities – workshops, training, apprenticeships and qualifications.
• Good Employment Charter membership – secure, flexible work and health and wellbeing support.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave.

• Interview adjustments – let us know if adjustments are needed.
• Accessible formats – Recite Me tool available on our careers page.

• Armed Forces members or veterans.
• Current or former care leavers.
• Disability or long‑term condition.
• GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or MCC positive action programme.

• Proof of right to work in the UK – provide documentary evidence.
• References from current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of qualifications relevant to the role.
• DBS check – criminal record check may be necessary.
• Proof of Manchester residency – demonstrate residence within the council boundaries.
• Police vetting – required for access to sensitive systems.
• BPSS clearance – required for roles accessing government data.
• Driving licence – valid licence evidence if the role requires driving.

Applications must be truthful and accurate. Plagiarism or AI‑generated statements may lead to withdrawal or disciplinary action.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email