Lecturer in Esports Location: Newcastle under Lyme Site
Full Time Positions Available
Salary: £29,067 - £42,848 depending on experience and qualifications Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF). The inspection report praised all areas of the College's provision and acknowledged NSCG's ?staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners' ?teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive' and ?teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive'.? In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study. To read the full Ofsted report for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, please visit the Ofsted Government website, select Find an Inspection Report and search for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group. The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full-time students with around 2000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes. We have over 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 850 individual employers. We are looking for an enthusiastic, suitably qualified individual with relevant experience to teach on our exciting new Esports course, in our purpose built Esports hub, equipped with state-of-the-art gaming resources. You will support the ?NSCG Dragons' team in the British Esports Association events and Championships, so an enjoyment and experience of managing events and building teams is key. You will be teaching across a range of units ranging from nutrition, health and wellbeing; Esports Events, shout-casting and video production. Our ideal candidate will be an inspiring lecturer who has a proven record of innovation and a pro-active approach to delivery including to Level 2 and the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Esports. You will have also demonstrated an understanding and sensitivity towards the needs of your learners and use this to help them reach their true potential. Main Duties and Responsibilities: ? To deliver high quality teaching on Esports across the full range of the department's provision. This may involve remote teaching, learning and assessment, via appropriate platforms when required.
? Play an active role in the marketing of the College and the Department through such activities as open days and through liaison with local employers and schools.
? Engage in core duties including preparation, marking, monitoring student progress, preparing reports, setting and marking of examination papers, developing and preparing flexible learning materials Required Skills and Experience: ? Holds a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
? Has an appropriate teaching qualification, support given with this if required
? Ideally has relevant teaching experience at Esports Level 3 Extended Diploma within the FE sector
? Is an effective communicator and has good organisational skills. What's in it for you? The college offers and excellent benefits package which includes: ? Employer Pension contributions.
? 52 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays & Christmas Closure).
? Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary sacrifice).
? Subsidised Gym Membership.
? Health-related benefits including a subsidised Health Scheme.
? Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget).
? Dedicated Teaching & Learning Coaches for New Staff.
? Remission provided for your first year in post.
? Free Parking
? On site restaurant and FREE early morning tea/coffee and toast. How to apply To apply for the role of Lecturer in Esports, please click ?Apply Now' to complete an online application form. If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an email and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website). The closing date for completed applications is 18th January 2026 Interviews to be held on 29th January 2026. This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
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