Games Lecturer

RNN Group; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

RNN Group is seeking a passionate Games Lecturer at Rotherham College to deliver Level 3 and Higher Education programmes in games development, focusing on games programming, AI for games, and interactive software development.

The role requires a teaching qualification or progress toward one, plus hands-on experience with game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage academic administration are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold a teaching qualification or be actively working towards one.
• Hold an appropriate level professional or academic qualification in games development, computer science, or a relevant computing discipline.
• Have hands-on experience with game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Be well organised and able to manage your own workload including academic administration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver dynamic Level 3 and Higher Education programmes in games development.
• Inspire students to develop critical skills in games programming and AI for games.
• Support learners and mentor them to achieve academic excellence.

Skills

Game engines

Teaching

Project management

Education

Games development/CS degree

Teaching qualification in progress

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

Games Lecturer

Location: Rotherham College, Rotherham

Salary: £19.62 - £20.59 per hour, plus holiday pay (dependant on Teaching Qualification)

Vacancy Type: Temporary Contract Starting Nov 2026 (Part Time, 24.5 hours per week)

Closing Date: 12th of October 2026

Shape the game developers and tech leaders of tomorrow. We are seeking passionate Gaming Educators to deliver dynamic Level 3 and Higher Education programmes, specifically targeting critical skills in games programming, AI for games, and interactive software development.

• Inspire Innovation: Turn your industry expertise into high-quality courses that launch student careers in the games industry.
• Be a Mentor: Empower learners to smash through technical barriers and unlock their true creative potential.
• Make an Impact: Drive academic excellence and leave a lasting legacy on the local creative and tech community.

You will:

• Hold a teaching qualification or be actively working towards one.
• Hold an appropriate level professional or academic qualification in games development, computer science, or a relevant computing discipline.
• Have hands‑on experience with game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity), and software development methodologies.
• Be well organised and able to efficiently manage your own workload, including essential academic administrative functions.

Why register with us?

• Full & part time hours available
• Holiday Pay (Hourly paid assignments)
• Dedicated co‑ordinator to help you through the process of applying and whilst you are engaged with us
• Access to NEST Pension Scheme
• Access to RNN gyms, restaurants and salons
• Dedicated training programmes accessible throughout the year

What is the RNN Group?

RNN Group s main goal is to be an outstanding education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too