Instructor - Java Software Engineering

Multiverse is the upskilling platform for AI and Tech adoption.

We have partnered with 1,500+ companies to deliver a new kind of learning that's transforming today’s workforce.

Our upskilling apprenticeships are designed for people of any age and career stage to build critical AI, data, and tech skills. Our learners have driven $2bn+ ROI for their employers, using the skills they’ve learned to improve productivity and measurable performance.

In June 2022, we announced a $220 million Series D funding round co-led by StepStone Group, Lightspeed Venture Partners and General Catalyst. With a post-money valuation of $1.7bn, the round makes us the UK’s first EdTech unicorn.

But we aren’t stopping there. With a strong operational footprint and 800+ employees, we have ambitious plans to continue scaling. We’re building a world where tech skills unlock people’s potential and output.

Join Multiverse and power our mission to equip the workforce to win in the AI era.

The Opportunity

As an instructor, you will be responsible for the delivery of our technical content across our Level 4 Java Software Engineering programme. You’ll transform first-time engineers into productive team members capable of delivering valuable code with training on the software development lifecycle, secure coding practices, effective testing strategies, and modern DevOps principles.

The Multiverse delivery team is a diverse mix of industry experts, educators, and academics, working together to build the future of work. You will be part of this team, reporting to a Delivery Lead who will guide your development.

To ensure a strong start, you will complete a 3-week onboarding programme, covering:

• Modern teaching methodologies - for a hands-on, engaging learning experience

• Technical upskilling - to align with the relevant apprenticeship standard

• Practical coaching opportunities - a rigorous, robust feedback process to get you ready to launch your programme

At the end of onboarding, you will be ready to support Multiverse apprentices, helping them develop technical expertise and industry-relevant skills, driving impact within their businesses. We believe this is an opportunity like no other!


In this role, you will

• Confidently facilitate delivery sessions of our technical Learning content, ensuring the session delivers against learning objectives within the allotted time.

• You can demonstrate knowledge and familiarity of broad industry trends and technical solutions. This includes topics such as cloud solutions, CI/CD, testing methodologies as well as project management methodologies, an understanding of the SDLC and associated tools.

• You are able to demonstrate core academic fundamental CS concepts and connect these to real-world solutions. Examples might include Design Patterns, Algorithms & Data Structures, Paradigms and Principles

• Proficiency in JavaScript. More specifically this includes Express and operating in the NodeJS ecosystem as well working with ReactJS and the browser

• Adhere to the Coach Quality framework to ensure a consistent level of quality for every session and a consistent experience for every apprentice.

• Mark and moderate assignments in line with Multiverse mark schemes to ensure quality and consistency while providing feedback and feed forward for apprentices to continually develop their technical and durable skills.

• Maintain an owners mentality, whether assigned a learner or in support of other coaches, being proactive in taking action, sharing feedback, or providing support to ensure the progress and success of learners.

• Utilize resources & learning opportunities provided by Multiverse, stay up-to-date on knowledge, learning and product updates, to ensure you are equipped to support your apprentices.

• Undertake regular specialised Higher Education CPD to own your own development of the degree apprenticeship experience
  

About You

• Java programming experience in industry

• Technical instructing experience (1+ years)

• Exceptional written and on-camera communication skills

• Strong practical teaching experience in an academic or industry environment

• You are passionate about delivering the best learning opportunities and supporting others on their development journey
  

Benefits

• Time off - 27 days holiday, plus 5 additional days off: 1 life event day, 2 volunteer days, 2 company-wide wellbeing days (M-Powered Weekend) and 8 bank holidays per year

• Health & Wellness- private medical Insurance with Bupa, a medical cashback scheme, life insurance, gym membership & wellness resources through Wellhub and access to Spill - all in one mental health support

• Hybrid work offering - 1 day in our London Paddington office monthly

• Work-from-anywhere scheme - you'll have the opportunity to work from anywhere, up to 10 days per year

• Team fun - weekly socials, company wide events and office snacks!

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We’re an equal opportunities employer. And proud of it. Every applicant and employee is afforded the same opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. This will never change. Read our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion policy here.

Right to Work

Do you have the right to work in the UK? Unfortunately, at this time we cannot offer sponsorship for this role and we cannot consider overseas applications.

Safeguarding

All posts in Multiverse involve some degree of responsibility for safeguarding. Successful applicants are required to complete a Disclosure Form from the Disclosure and Barring Service ("DBS") for the position. Failure to declare any convictions (that are not subject to DBS filtering) may disqualify a candidate for appointment or result in summary dismissal if the discrepancy comes to light subsequently.