Games Design Lecturer - Part Time

Education Matters Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational organization in London is seeking a Part-Time Games Design Lead Tutor to inspire young creatives. This role involves delivering engaging lessons in games design, tracking student progress, and organizing enrichment activities. Essential qualifications include a degree in the subject area and teaching skills. Benefits include healthcare plans and career development opportunities. The position may lead to full-time in August 2026.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Healthcare cashback plan

Free on-site lunches during term-time

35 days annual leave + UK bank holidays

Bike-to-work scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Highly organised and committed to supporting young people.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Willingness to complete a recognised teacher training qualification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons.
• Support and track student progression.
• Organise enrichment activities and guest speaker events.

Skills

Teaching skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Organisational skills

Empathy

Education

Degree or relevant qualification in Games Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe After Effects

Autodesk Maya

Unity

Job description

Overview

Part-Time Games Design Lead Tutor – Location: London (E17). Hours: 16.9 per week (across 3.5 days). Salary: £13,524 - £20,286 (depending on experience & qualifications). Start Date: ASAP.

Are you passionate about games design and ready to inspire the next generation of creatives? We are seeking a Games Design Lead Tutor (Part-Time) to deliver engaging, industry-relevant teaching to young learners who are preparing for careers in the games and creative industries.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons tailored to learners\' needs and interests
• Support and track student progression, providing constructive feedback
• Promote safeguarding, safety, and wellbeing at all times
• Develop exciting opportunities for project collaboration across departments
• Organise enrichment activities, trips, and guest speaker events
• Engage in professional development, including a teacher training qualification if new to teaching

What We\'re Looking For

Essential qualities:

• Highly organised, motivated, and committed to supporting young people
• Excellent teaching, communication, and classroom management skills
• Empathy and understanding of the challenges learners may face
• A degree or relevant qualification in the subject area
• Willingness to complete a recognised teacher training qualification (funded)

Desirable experience:

• Professional background in the games or wider creative industries
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere
• Skills in Autodesk Maya/Blender (modelling, rigging, texturing, animation)
• Experience with Unity or Unreal Engine
• Strong art, animation, or programming ability

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Healthcare cashback plan
• Free on-site lunches during term-time
• 35 days annual leave + UK bank holidays
• Bike-to-work scheme
• Staff social events & wellbeing support
• Career development opportunities
• Interest-free loans for emergencies or training

This position is part-time for one year, with the potential to become full-time in August 2026 as the programme expands.