Games Design Lecturer (Software Development)
Temporary – Full Time, Monday to Friday – Circa 24 hours per week – Ware – £28.58-£30.71 per hour.
About HRC
HRC are a vibrant, dynamic further education college, recently graded a Good College by Ofsted, with students across two campuses, with ambitious growth and development targets.
HRC put people first – students, staff, the organisations that they partner with, and the local communities that they serve.
The HRC goal is to create a supportive environment for all staff in which they can develop their skills, progress their career and make a real difference in their local community. HRC ethos is evident in everything that they do and are always looking for new colleagues who share the HRC vision and values.
As part of the HRC team, you will benefit from fantastic on-site facilities, exciting opportunities for career progression and relevant training opportunities to help you gain the additional skills that you need to reach your full potential.
About the Role
This role involves teaching 16-19-year-old learners across Level 2 and Level 3 Games Design and Software Development programmes within a Further Education environment.
Teaching and Learning
* Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons for Level 2 Games Design and T Level Digital Production programmes.
* Teach practical games software development skills using Unity and Unreal Engine.
* Support learners in developing core competencies such as game mechanics, programming concepts, prototyping, and testing.
* Differentiate teaching to meet the needs of diverse learners and support learner progression.
* Embed English, maths, digital skills, and employability skills within the curriculum.
Assessment and Progress
* Assess learner work in line with awarding body and college requirements.
* Track, monitor, and report on learner progress, attendance, and achievement.
* Provide timely, constructive feedback to support learner development.
* Prepare learners for internal and external assessments, projects, and synoptic work.
Curriculum and Quality
* Contribute to curriculum development to ensure programmes remain current and industry-relevant.
* Maintain accurate course documentation, schemes of work, and lesson plans.
* Participate in quality assurance processes, including standardisation and internal verification.
* Support continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment.
Learner Support and Pastoral Care
* Act as a personal tutor where required, supporting learners' academic and personal development.
* Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
* Contribute to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion responsibilities.
Industry and Professional Practice
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of games design and software development practices.
* Support employer engagement activities, live briefs, and industry-informed projects (particularly for T Levels).
* Engage in continuous professional development to enhance teaching and subject knowledge.
Health, Safety, and Compliance
* Comply with college policies and procedures, including health and safety, safeguarding, and data protection.
* Ensure safe use of specialist equipment and software within teaching environments.
Other Duties
* Participate in team meetings, open events, and curriculum planning activities.
* Undertake additional duties consistent with the role as required by the college.
About You
Why Apply?
* Fantastic opportunity to teach at a respected FE college.
* Supportive department and professional working environment.
* Ideal for experienced lecturers or industry professionals with teaching experience.
Here’s what we are looking for in a candidate…
Qualifications
Essential
* Degree or relevant Level 6 qualification in Games Design, Games Development, Software Development, Computing, or a related subject.
* English and Maths at Level 2 (GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent).
Desirable
* Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DET, or equivalent).
* Assessor/Internal Verifier qualifications (or willingness to work towards).
Teaching and FE Experience
Essential
* Experience teaching in a Further Education setting.
* Experience delivering Level 2 Games Design or similar creative digital programmes.
* Experience teaching or contributing to T Level Digital Production.
* Understanding of T Level structures, including core components, occupational specialism, and employer-set projects.
Desirable
* Experience delivering both Software Development and Digital Content pathways within T Levels.
* Experience of curriculum planning and scheme of work development in FE.
* Experience working with 16-19 learners.
Technical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
* Strong practical experience using Unity and Unreal Engine.
* Knowledge of software development principles relevant to games (e.g., programming logic, debugging, version control).
* Understanding of game mechanics, interactivity, and user experience.
* Ability to teach industry-standard development workflows.
Desirable
* Experience with programming languages such as C#, C++, or visual scripting (Blueprints).
* Experience with digital content tools (e.g., Blender, Maya, Adobe Creative Suite).
* Awareness of industry pipelines for games and interactive media.
Assessment and Quality
Essential
* Experience assessing learner work in line with awarding body requirements.
* Ability to track learner progress and maintain accurate assessment records.
* Understanding of quality assurance processes in FE.
Desirable
* Experience with standardisation and internal verification.
* Familiarity with employer-set projects and synoptic assessment (T Levels).
Learner Support and Professional Skills
Essential
* Ability to motivate, engage, and support learners with varying abilities.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
* Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities in an FE environment.
Desirable
* Experience in a personal tutor or pastoral role.
* Experience supporting learners with additional needs.
Industry Engagement and Professional Development
Essential
* Commitment to maintaining up-to-date industry knowledge.
* Willingness to engage in continuous professional development.
Desirable
* Industry experience in games design or software development.
* Experience supporting employer engagement, live briefs, or industry projects.
* Links with local or national games/digital employers.
Additional Requirements
Essential
* Willingness to work flexibly to meet curriculum needs.
* Ability to use digital systems for teaching, assessment, and communication.
Desirable
* Willingness to contribute to open events, recruitment, and curriculum promotion.
Want to make a difference and help influence the future of students by providing them with an exceptional learning experience? Please apply today and/or contact Kelly at Herts Resourcing Group.
All applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to close the vacancy early before the closing date.
The successful candidates will have to complete the HRG Compliance Process, which is in person ID and Proof of Address verification appointment at Ware/Broxbourne Campus.
Enhanced DBS application – administered by HRG but at a cost of £65.20 (unless you already hold an enhanced DBS on the update service).
2 years of professional/character references taken and verified.
Several Online Training Modules sent out to you as stipulated by HRC.
References and Training
For further information please call (phone number removed).
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