Esports Curriculum Lead

Barnsley College

Barnsley

On-site

GBP 34,000 - 42,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme
CPD opportunities
Staff volunteering days
Free Microsoft 365
Gym on-site

Job summary

Barnsley College is seeking a Course Leader to join its Esports team, delivering engaging teaching across Esports programmes and developing learners' knowledge and progression into higher education and employment.

The role involves planning, delivering and assessing learning experiences, contributing to curriculum development, enrichment activities, and building partnerships with employers and external organisations.

Qualifications

  • Degree or equivalent in Esports or related subject.
  • GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.
  • Level 6 teaching qualification (PGCE) or willingness to work towards.
  • At least two years' relevant esports industry experience.
  • Experience teaching learners aged 16+ and translating industry knowledge to classroom.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging teaching across Esports programmes.
  • Plan, prepare, deliver and assess learning experiences.
  • Support curriculum development and enrichment activities.
  • Build partnerships with employers and external organisations.

Skills

Teaching
Esports knowledge
Industry experience
Communication

Education

Degree in Esports or related
GCSE English and Maths (C/4)
Level 6 Teaching qualification (PGCE) or willingness

Job description

Barnsley College is seeking a Course Leader to join its Esports team, delivering engaging teaching across Esports programmes and developing learners' knowledge and progression into higher education and employment.

The role involves planning, delivering and assessing learning experiences, contributing to curriculum development, enrichment activities, and building partnerships with employers and external organisations.

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