Overview
Job Title: Teacher of Esports
Location: Smallbrook School, Shrewsbury, SY4 3HE
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:45 – 16:30
Salary: Up to £35,000 (depending on qualifications and experience) – not pro rata
Start Date: November 2025
At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. We’re part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours) while still receiving your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. This is a great time to join #teamOFG.
Inspire the Next Generation of Esports Talent
Are you passionate about Esports and ready to make a real impact in education? We’re looking for a dynamic, knowledgeable Teacher of Esports to join our team at Smallbrook School. This is a unique opportunity to deliver an innovative, hands-on curriculum that blends digital skills, creativity, team strategy, and business insight.
About The Role
You’ll deliver engaging lessons on Esports topics such as gameplay, coaching, health and wellbeing, team organisation, and event management. Students will gain practical experience by planning and running tournaments, developing communication and strategy skills, and exploring careers in Esports.
Key Responsibilities
* Teach industry-relevant Esports content tailored to diverse learning styles
* Create inclusive, engaging teaching materials
* Support students’ technical, strategic, and professional development
* Organise and run live or virtual tournaments and events
* Stay current with industry trends and tools
* Collaborate with colleagues to continually enhance the course
What We’re Looking For
* A strong foundation in Esports, with at least 2 years' industry or significant personal experience
* Passion for engaging and inspiring young learners
* Knowledge of Esports areas such as event planning, coaching, streaming, and wellbeing
* Confidence using tools like OBS, Discord, Twitch, and gaming hardware
Qualifications (Desirable, But Not Essential)
* PGCE, QTS, QTLS or teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
* GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
About Us
Smallbrook School is increasing capacity from 50 to 80 pupils and is investing in the school site to develop KS2 and sixth form provision. We are a co-educational day school catering for pupils aged 7–18 with a range of complex needs including social, emotional and mental health needs and autism.
You will contribute to making Smallbrook School an outstanding provision for our young people and their families. We provide a therapeutic, supportive and inclusive learning environment and are committed to raising achievement and enabling pupils to recognise their potential through a personalised, engaging curriculum. Our priority is to develop foundation knowledge and skills to support a smooth transition to the next life stage.
Our School is based halfway between Shrewsbury and Wem in Shropshire. We are part of Acorn Education and offer a wealth of opportunities to develop your career. We provide Education and Care across a number of schools and residential homes nationally, delivering a holistic, wraparound care, residential and education service.
In 2024, Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
* Wellbeing support services and health checks
* Flexible benefits via Vista platform, including: health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits; discounts; Cycle to Work; Electric Car Purchase; critical illness cover; family growth support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding checks and DBS where appropriate.
* You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.
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