Lecturer in Esports (Onsite)

Suffolk New College; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Ipswich seeks a Lecturer in Esports for maternity cover. The role offers a salary range of £27,027 to £40,872, and requires a relevant degree, teaching qualification, and professional industry experience. The position is onsite at the Ipswich campus, with potential travel to other campuses. This role is part of an exciting growth phase for the college's new Tech Campus.

Qualifications

• Good standard of education including Maths and English to Level 2 or above.
• Essential experience in competing within the professional industry.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Esports and digital qualifications.
• Work at and travel between campuses as required.

Skills

Knowledge in broadcasting experience

Competing in the professional industry

Education

Degree (or equivalent professional qualification) in a related subject

Teaching qualification or commitment to obtain one

Job description

Lecturer in Esports (Maternity Cover) (Onsite)
Within the range of £27,027 to £40,872 per annum pro rata*
*Starting salary subject to College salary assessment process
35 hours per week, up to 1 year or the return of the permanent post holder (whichever is sooner)
Fixed-Term Maternity Cover

This is an exciting period of growth and development for the Directorate with a brand-new Tech Campus, which opened in 2021. We are seeking a professional to join our team delivering Esports and digital qualifications.

You should have a Degree (or equivalent professional qualification) in a related subject and a teaching qualification or a commitment to obtaining one within a specified period of time after commencement and a good standard of education including Maths and English to Level 2 or above. Knowledge in broadcasting experience is desirable but experience in competing within the professional industry is essential.

This post is based at Suffolk New College Ipswich campus (onsite). However, Suffolk New College is a multi-campus site therefore you may be required to work at and travel between campuses.


For further information, please visit www.suffolk.ac.uk

Closing date: Sunday 3rd August at 12:00 Midnight

Interview date: Week commencing Monday 11th August 2025

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

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