Lecturer in IT

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for two passionate Lecturers in IT and Games Development to join their dynamic team. The roles involve teaching key skills essential for success in the gaming industry and fostering a collaborative learning environment. Successful candidates will have a unique opportunity to influence the next generation of designers through an engaging curriculum starting in 2024.

Benefits

Generous non-working day entitlement

Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes

Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses

Free on-site parking at all sites

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies to support Work Life Balance

On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Various health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Passion for IT and gaming industry.
• Desire to shape the next generation of game designers.
• Familiarity with multimedia programming and visual effects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum focused on game design and multimedia programming.
• Equip students with vital industry skills.
• Enhance student engagement through effective communication.

Skills

Teamwork

Project Management

Effective Communication

Education

Relevant Degree in IT or Game Development

Job description

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking two full-time, permanent Lecturers, one in IT and another in Games Development, to join our Slough & Langley College team.

Please note the expected start date for this role is Wednesday, 20th August 2025.

Lecturer in IT/ Lecturer in Games Development

The Game Design course is a key part of our Level 3 curriculum, designed for students eager to make their mark in the gaming industry.

Our course is meticulously crafted to equip students with vital skills in game design, multimedia programming, visual effects (VFX) artistry, and software engineering. We aim to provide a thorough understanding of both the creative and technical facets of game development. Starting in 2024, we will introduce a new module to keep pace with the evolving industry standards.

The course emphasizes crucial skills such as teamwork, project management, and effective communication, which are essential for success in the collaborative field of game design.

This position is perfect for individuals who are deeply passionate about IT/the gaming industry and possess a strong desire to shape the next generation of game designers.

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South-East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes-Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture-Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state-of-the-art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description/person specification.

Our Staff Benefit From

• Generous non-working day entitlement
• Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Free on-site parking at all sites
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family friendly policies to support Work Life Balance
• On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at our Langley College site
  
  

Please be advised that the vacancy will close on Friday 20th June 2025.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 25th June 2025.

To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form.

Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

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