Teaching Assistant in Computer Science

University of Leeds

Leeds, United Kingdom

ID: 7116660 (Ref.No. EPSCP1115)
Posted: November 23, 2022

Job Description

Are you interested in joining a highly ranked School of Computing committed to providing a transformative, research-based education experience for students from diverse backgrounds who develop the knowledge and skills they need to succeed and make a positive impact in the world?

The University of Leeds is ranked in the top 100 universities in the QS World University Rankings in 2023 and the results of the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 identified that 90% of our research is ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’.  We have a truly global community, with more than 38,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities and we are in touch with more than 281,000 alumni in 190 different countries.  Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe. A member of the Russell Group of universities, we are one of the UK’s top ten research institutions and one of the UK’s most prestigious and diverse universities.

The School of Computing at the University of Leeds has a commitment to excellence in our teaching and delivering an exceptional student experience. There are currently around 45 members of academic staff and we are now expanding to create new academic positions.

As part of this expansion, we are looking to appoint up to four new Teaching Assistants for a period of 5 years in the School. 

This role will be based on the University of Leeds campus. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements subject to delivering on our commitment to an exceptional student experience.


What we offer in return

And much more!  

If you are looking for a role that will contribute to the student experience and our delivery of teaching which will support your own ambitions at a leading Russell Group University apply today.


To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Dr Sam Wilson, Director of Student Education, School of Computing

Email: [email protected] 


Location:  Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service:  Faculty of Engineering & Physical Sciences
School/Institute:  School of Computing
Category:  Teaching
Grade:  Grade 6
Salary:  £28,762 to £34,308 p.a.
Working Time:  37.5 hours per week
Post Type:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Fixed Term (5 years due to teaching in a subject where student demand is uncertain)
Release Date:  Tuesday 22 November 2022
Closing Date:  Monday 09 January 2023
Interview Date:  To be confirmed
Reference:  EPSCP1115


The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset. As part of our continued commitment to equality and inclusion, we strive to create an environment where everyone can reach their full potential and have a real opportunity to participate in and contribute to our activities.