About us:
The Sheffield College is a large, vibrant and diverse further education college and we are proud of how the college contributes to transforming lives through learning by meeting local skills needs.
The Role:
Working for our subsidiary companySparks Teaching Services, as an Associate Lecturer in Games Design, you will provide support ona specified module or modules, including the preparation and delivery of Lectures, Workshops and Practical Sessions.
This is a zero hour contract covering long term sickness with working hours to be confirmed at interview stage.
Main Responsibilities:
* Formal scheduled delivery of learning and teaching
* Preparation of teaching materials
* Assessment and moderation
* Curriculum and assessment design as appropriate
* Responsibility for administration relevant to the post
* Student Support
* Independent Studies supervision
* Attendance at Meetings e.g. Programme Committees and Subject/Team Meetings
* Participation in Continuous Professional Development
* Participation in student monitoring and reporting, course review and evaluation process.
* Participation in quality assurance and controls procedure
From time-to-time these responsibilities may be reviewed so that they evolve as part of the colleges strategic growth and success. You may also be required to take on other tasks related to the job to support the College in the delivery of its strategic aims, without changing the role's main purpose.
Cross-college Responsibilities
You may be required to participate in cross-college teams and working groups on key projects.
You may need to attend relevant internal committees and groups. This could include preparing and presenting papers as required.
You will act as a role model to colleagues, ensuring that the responsibilities of the post are carried out in line with the Colleges FREDIE+ values and behaviours.
Student Related Responsibilities
* Anyone who has regular contact with children and young people in their day-to-day responsibilities must ensure they are safe. You will work with the Safeguarding Team, ensuring concerns regarding students/apprentices are shared in a timely, accurate manner
* You will be involved in supporting college open days, supporting during the exam season, student enrolment and any other required events
Other Responsibilities
All staff have a responsibility to ensure that the college provides a safe and sustainable environment for students, staff and visitors. You will support this by:
* Understanding and undertaking the specific responsibilities for their role as documented within the Health and Safety Policy and procedures.
* Ensure compliance with Data Protection Regulations.
* Ensure that environmental sustainability is a key consideration in the actions we take, working towards the colleges environmental strategy and net zero ambition.
If you want to find out more about the role please contact us.
What we can offer you
As the successful candidate, you will be offered an hourly rate of £13.92 - £23 per hour, depending on the duties performed.
Our benefits
* Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with Nest - 3%
* Annual leave -20 Days(148 hours)+ 8 Bank Holidays(59.2 hours)
* Health and wellbeing, we offer
o Employee assistance programme through Bupa
o Occupational Health through PAM
o Free eye tests for VDU users
* Free Parking is available at the majority of our campuses
Further informationcan be foundon ourBenefitsandCareer Developmentpages.
Disability Confident
We are aDisability Confidentemployer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact us.
Armed Forces Covenant
As part of our commitment through theArmed Forces Covenant,were pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.
Safeguarding
We are an employer who is?committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here -Safeguarding
Next Steps:
To apply:Click apply online and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team.CVs are currently not accepted.
As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Closing date: 29th March 2026
Please be aware If we have a high number of applications, we may decide to close the vacancy earlier
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