Games Design Lecturer

School of Coding; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Company pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing CPD

Growth opportunities

Company events

Bright Exchange discounts

Job summary

School of Coding & AI in Birmingham is seeking a passionate Games Design Lecturer to join our expanding Higher Education team. You will deliver practical, industry-informed sessions across Games Art, digital graphics, 3D design, animation and interactive media, shaping learners' technical abilities and creative thinking.

You will use Maya, Substance Painter and Unreal Engine to develop hands-on skills, develop materials and provide progress feedback.

Qualifications

• A degree in Games Design, Games Art, Digital Media, Animation or related discipline.
• A minimum Level 3 qualification in a Games Design or Games Art subject.
• At least one year of teaching experience in Higher Education or relevant industry experience with teaching transition ability.
• Knowledge and practical experience of Maya, Substance Painter and Unreal Engine.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and practical Games Design sessions to Higher Education learners across Games Art, digital graphics, 3D design, animation and interactive media.
• Create an inclusive learning environment encouraging creativity, experimentation and independent thinking.
• Use industry-standard software such as Maya, Substance Painter and Unreal Engine to develop learners' practical skills.
• Develop and update teaching materials, assignments and assessments in line with curriculum requirements.
• Mark and moderate student work, provide constructive feedback and monitor progress.
• Support learners academically and pastorally to help them reach their potential.
• Collaborate with colleagues and industry partners to keep content current and relevant.
• Assist with occasional evening or weekend events and open days as needed.

Skills

Maya

Substance Painter

Unreal Engine

HE teaching

Curriculum development

Assessment & feedback

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Games Design or related

Level 3 qualification in Games Design or Games Art

Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one

Tools

Maya

Substance Painter

Unreal Engine

3D modelling software

Job description

About School of Coding & AI

Established in 2017, School of Coding & AI has grown into one of the UK's leading providers of technology and digital education. We work with over 150 schools, colleges and businesses, supporting thousands of children and adults every month across Coding, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, STEM and Business.

We have recently partnered with several universities to launch our first Higher Education Institute, creating exciting opportunities to expand our courses and develop the next generation of industry-ready graduates.

We're an ambitious, fast-growing organisation where new ideas are encouraged, collaboration matters and our students always come first.

About the role

We're looking for a passionate and creative Games Design Lecturer to join our growing Higher Education team in Birmingham.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and deliver our Games Design provision, bringing your industry knowledge and creative expertise into the classroom. You'll play an important role in developing learners' technical abilities, encouraging creative thinking and helping students turn their ideas into practical skills.

Whether you're an experienced lecturer or a Games Design professional looking to move into education, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

Teaching & Learning

• Deliver engaging and practical Games Design sessions to Higher Education learners.
• Teach across key areas including Games Art, digital graphics, 3D design, animation and interactive media.
• Create an inclusive learning environment that encourages creativity, experimentation and independent thinking.
• Use industry-standard software such as Maya, Substance Painter and Unreal Engine to develop learners' practical skills.

Assessment & Student Development

• Develop and update teaching materials, assignments and assessments in line with curriculum requirements.
• Mark and moderate student work, providing constructive feedback that supports progression.
• Monitor attendance, achievement and academic progress, maintaining accurate student records.
• Provide academic and pastoral support, helping learners overcome challenges and reach their potential.

Quality & Collaboration

• Contribute to course development, quality assurance and standardisation activities.
• Keep teaching content relevant to current games industry practices and emerging technologies.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and industry partners to continually improve the student experience.
• Support occasional evening or weekend events and open days, agreed in advance.

What we're looking for

We're interested in people who combine creative ability with strong technical knowledge and a genuine passion for helping others learn.

Essential

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Games Design, Games Art, Digital Media, Animation or a related discipline.
• A minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant Games Design or Games Art subject.
• At least one year of teaching experience in Higher Education or a similar learning environment, or relevant industry experience alongside the ability to transition into teaching.
• Knowledge and practical experience of industry software, including Maya, Substance Painter and Unreal Engine.
• A recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.

Desirable

• Recent or current industry experience in Games Design, Games Art or a related creative digital field.
• Experience teaching games development, 3D design, animation, digital graphics or interactive media.
• Experience developing modules, assessments and learning materials.
• An understanding of emerging technologies and their impact on the creative industries.

You'll also bring

• Confidence and presence in the classroom, with strong communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and time management.
• A student-first approach, balancing encouragement with high expectations.
• A creative, practical and solutions-focused mindset.
• The ability to work collaboratively in a growing and fast-paced environment.

Don't come from a traditional teaching background? That's okay. We welcome applications from experienced Games Design professionals who are ready to bring their industry expertise into education and develop their teaching skills.

• Competitive salary of £38,000–£43,000, depending on experience.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to help shape a growing Higher Education provision.
• Company and social events.
• Retail discounts through Bright Exchange.

Why join us?

At School of Coding & AI, you'll have the opportunity to do more than deliver lessons. You'll help shape a developing course, influence the student experience and support learners as they take their first steps towards careers in the games and creative technology industries.

If you're passionate about Games Design and want to make a real difference to the next generation of creative talent, we'd love to hear from you.

Student first, always