E-Sports Vocational Trainer

Activate-Learning-1; Reading; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive holiday

Excellent pension

Onsite facilities

Job summary

Activate Learning in Reading is seeking an E-Sports Vocational Trainer to deliver hands-on Esports sessions, support student projects, and maintain esports hardware and streaming setups.

The role is fixed-term and part-time (23 hours per week during term time) with a contract running until July 2027, based at Reading College. Applicants should have relevant industry experience or a Level 3 qualification in Esports or related fields.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or above, or equivalent industry experience, within Esports, gaming, digital technology or a related field.
• Experience working with gaming PCs, consoles and digital technologies is essential, with ability to troubleshoot hardware and software.

Responsibilities

• Delivering learner-facing practical sessions and workshops.
• Supporting students with technical skills development and project-based learning.
• Demonstrating the safe use of Esports equipment, software and technologies.
• Maintaining and troubleshooting gaming PCs, consoles and associated equipment.
• Supporting Esports competitions, tournaments and live-streamed events.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Esports knowledge

Hardware troubleshooting

Teaching/mentoring

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in Esports/digital tech

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

OBS Studio

Premiere Pro

Photoshop

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E-Sports Vocational Trainer

Reference: OCT20262555

Expiry date: 22:59, Wed, 14th Oct 2026

Location: Reading

Benefits: Competitive holiday, excellent pension, fantastic onsite facilities

About the role: Vocational Trainer in Esports

We are looking for a passionate and technically skilled Vocational Trainer to join our CreaTech Faculty at Reading College, supporting the delivery of our Esports programmes.

Working alongside curriculum and technical colleagues, you will support students to develop the practical skills, knowledge and professional behaviours needed to succeed within the Esports industry.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering learner-facing practical sessions and workshops.
• Supporting students with technical skills development and project-based learning.
• Demonstrating the safe use of Esports equipment, software and technologies.
• Maintaining and troubleshooting gaming PCs, consoles and associated equipment.
• Supporting Esports competitions, tournaments and live-streamed events.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an industry professional, technician or aspiring educator looking to inspire the next generation of Esports talent.

This is a fixed-term, part-time role working 23 hours per week during term time (0.53 FTE) based at Reading College. The contract will run until July 2027.

What do you need to be successful as a Vocational Trainer in Esports with Activate Learning?

You will have a Level 3 qualification or above, or equivalent industry experience, within Esports, gaming, digital technology or a related field.

Experience working with gaming PCs, consoles and digital technologies is essential, along with the ability to provide technical support and troubleshoot hardware and software issues.

You will also have experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro and Photoshop. Experience with OBS Studio, streaming or broadcast technologies, content creation, networking, PC hardware maintenance or 3D modelling software would be highly desirable.

Most importantly, you'll be passionate about supporting learners, developing their confidence and helping them achieve their potential.

What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?

Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learning's mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.

In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.

Who we are:

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you're working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Why work with the Activate Learning Group?

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards:Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups:Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits:Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Competitive salaries:Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.