Programme Tutor in Esports

Oldham College; Oldham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Oldham College seeks a Programme Tutor of Esports to lead and inspire students in a growing field. The role involves teaching, curriculum development, and fostering strong relationships with learners, supported by unique partnerships with industry leaders. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence in education.

Benefits

Generous Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity provisions

Staff Development days

Confidential counselling

Recognition awards

Subsidised parking

On-site Nursery

Hair & Beauty salon

Qualifications

• Delivering teaching, learning, and assessment in Esports.
• Leading and expanding college provision for HNC, HND, and Degree Top-Up options.

Responsibilities

• Support development of Esports curriculum and provide pastoral care.
• Build strong relationships with learners and parents.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Education

Qualified Teacher

Job description

We are looking for:

• Programme Tutor of Esports
• Qualified Teacher: £32,304 to £40,050

The Role:

The job involves delivering teaching, learning, and assessment within Sport and Academies, specifically in Esports. We have partnerships with the British Esports Federation, Manchester City in the Community, Manchester City Esports, and Williams F1, aiming to be a market leader in this field. These partnerships offer unique experiences from international placements to recreational and professional competitions. We seek an individual capable of leading and inspiring the next generation of Esports talent through planning and delivering the level 1, 2, and 3 Esports curriculum.

The primary responsibility is leading and expanding a new college provision, supporting the development of HNC, HND, and Degree Top-Up options to ensure market leadership. Additionally, you will provide pastoral care to at least two cohorts of learners, building strong relationships with learners and parents to promote excellent attendance and outcomes.

Further details and a Person Specification are included in the attached Job Description.

The role requires embedding the college’s values: working with Integrity, Ambition to help learners succeed, and being Inclusive to all.

This is a crucial role. John Pietrzak, Head of Sport, states, "We are excited to advertise this post as we seek a dynamic and ambitious tutor to join our team and support our journey toward outstanding. We are investing heavily in our Esports provision, including a new Manchester City Esports Academy arena, performance zone, and Williams F1 simulation suite. We have exclusive partnerships with Manchester City in the Community and Williams F1, delivering academic and community programs. If you can add value and support this journey, we look forward to your application."

Oldham College is a medium-sized general further education college with a nearly £25m turnover. It has a main campus undergoing continuous redevelopment, with over £40m spent since 2012 to provide innovative learning environments. Higher education is offered on a separate campus. The college offers a full range of work-related education, including 16-18 programs, T levels, apprenticeships, adult learning, and higher education, serving over 5,000 full-time students and 600 undergraduates.

The college ranks in the top quartile for 16-18 programs and English GCSE resits, and is the second-highest performing provider in Greater Manchester. Its higher education provision surpasses many established universities.

Joining our Journey:

Colleagues enjoy numerous benefits, including:

• Generous Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity provisions
• Staff Development days in January, July, August
• Confidential counselling
• Recognition awards
• Subsidised parking
• On-site Nursery and Hair & Beauty salon

Oldham College is a great career choice for ambitious professionals, with excellent apprenticeship programs, strong 16-18 results, and outstanding GCSE English results. Our ambition is to be “The Best Place to Learn and Work,” supported by a strategic plan focusing on continuous improvement, innovation, and investment in new facilities and technology, including a state-of-the-art clinical simulation suite.

We seek ambitious, open-minded candidates ready to give their best. In return, we offer comprehensive training, pensions, benefits, and a supportive team environment.

The role requires embedding the college’s values: working with Integrity, having Ambition to help learners succeed, and being Inclusive to all.

Oldham College values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds. We monitor responses to our diversity questions to ensure a representative workforce. Flexible working options are available, including flexible hours, part-time, term-time, or hybrid roles, where applicable.

We support applicants through the process and accommodate any adjustments needed during recruitment. Successful applicants may undergo pre-employment screening, including employment history, education verification, and other checks as per legal requirements.

Oldham College is committed to safeguarding children and young people, requiring all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and a check of the DfE Barred List.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation Act 1974. It is an offence to apply if barred from engaging in regulated activity related to children and vulnerable adults.