Expression of Interest: Esports, Digital & Computing (2026-2027)

Education Partnership North East; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave (35–48 days)

Excellent pension (employer contrib. ~

Flexible and family-friendly working

Free parking on campus

Job summary

Education Partnership North East invites expressions of interest for a Programme Lead & Lecturer in Esports and Digital Media at Sunderland College. You will help deliver exciting programmes across Level 2, Level 3 and Higher Education provisions, shaping a future-focused curriculum in esports performance, live broadcasting, streaming, digital content creation and media production.

Based across the Bede Campus Arts Academy and the National Esports Performance Campus in Sunderland city centre,

Qualifications

• Experience in esports, media production, gaming, digital media, streaming or related creative industry.
• Knowledge of the esports ecosystem including broadcasting, events, or audience engagement.
• Experience creating digital content, media production, live streaming or branded content.
• Strong communication, collaboration and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences across Level 2, Level 3 and Higher Education provision.
• Build strong links with industry partners, esports organisations and creative media professionals.
• Support learners into Higher Education, employment, entrepreneurship and digital careers.

Skills

Esports industry experience

Media production

Digital content creation

Streaming

Communication skills

Job description

Expression of Interest: Esports, Digital & Computing (2026-2027)

EOI

Location: Optional

Salary: £31,375 to £40,912per annum

PostType: Full Time

ClosingDate: 23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 31 August 2027

Reference: EOIESPORTSDIGITAL-2027

Expression of Interest – Programme Lead & Lecturer: Esports & Digital Media

Our Journey & Values

As an employer, prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognise that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.

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Turn Your Industry Experience into an Inspiring Career in Education

Are you passionate about esports, digital media, gaming, streaming, content creation, or live production?

Whether you’re currently working in industry, freelancing, self‑employed, recently graduated, already teaching, or looking for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

We are inviting expressions of interest from ambitious and creative individuals interested in joining our outstanding Computing & Digital team at Sunderland College as a Programme Lead & Lecturer in Esports and Digital Media.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of one of the fastest-growing industries in the world while inspiring the next generation of digital talent.

Flexible Ways to Work

We recognise that talented professionals value flexibility, which is why we are keen to hear from individuals interested in working on a:

Whether you’re looking to build a long‑term career in Further Education or want to share your expertise around existing commitments, we’d love to explore opportunities with you.

Why Make the Move into Further Education?

This is more than a teaching role, it’s an opportunity to influence the future of the esports and digital media industries, support learner success, and develop talent for one of the UK’s fastest‑evolving sectors.

Based across our Bede Campus Arts Academy and the National Esports Performance Campus in Sunderland city centre, you’ll help deliver exciting programmes across Level 2, Level 3, and Higher Education provision.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Inspire the next generation of esports professionals, streamers, content creators, and digital storytellers
• Shape a future‑focused curriculum covering esports performance, live broadcasting, streaming, digital content creation, and media production
• Build strong links with industry partners, esports organisations, and creative media professionals
• Deliver engaging, hands‑on learning experiences in a rapidly growing sector
• Support learners into Higher Education, employment, entrepreneurship, and digital careers

New to Teaching? We’ll Invest in You

You do not need to be a qualified teacher to get started.

If you have relevant industry experience in esports, gaming, media production, digital content, streaming, sport, or a related creative sector, we can support your move into education with:

• Funded teacher training and qualifications
• Ongoing CPD and industry development opportunities
• Mentoring and support from experienced teaching professionals
• Career progression pathways into leadership and curriculum management

You may also be eligible for:

• Taking Teaching Further (TTF), funded support to retrain as an FE teacher
• Government Targeted Retention Incentive payments, worth up to £6,000 for eligible teaching roles and subject areas

(Eligibility varies depending on role and criteria.)

What’s in it for You?

At Education Partnership North East (EPNE), we invest in our people and provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security, and professional growth.

• Generous annual leave, 35 to 48 days per year plus bank holidays
• Excellent pension schemes, with employer contributions up to 28.68%
• Flexible and family‑friendly working options
• Retail discounts and cashback rewards through our myLifestyle platform
• Dental, eye care, and health cash plans
• Comprehensive wellbeing support for physical, financial, and mental wellbeing
• Free parking on campus

We are passionate about helping our staff grow and succeed.

This opportunity offers pathways to:

• Programme leadership and curriculum management
• Advanced teaching and digital learning expertise
• Cross-college leadership and specialist roles

Who We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience in esports, media production, gaming, digital media, streaming, sport, or a related creative industry
• Knowledge of the esports ecosystem, including competitive gaming, broadcasting, events, or audience engagement
• Experience creating digital content, media production, live streaming, or branded content
• A passion for developing talent and inspiring learners
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills

Teaching qualifications are welcomed but not essential, if you bring the industry expertise, we’ll support you with the rest.