Job Description
Teacher of Games DesignSalford, Greater Manchester£28,328 - £46,914 Pro RataPermanent | 0.8 FTEAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and innovative Teacher of Games Design to join a thriving Digital department within a leading creative and digital education provider in Salford.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified educator or industry professional with experience in games design, 3D art, animation, or digital media to inspire the next generation of creative talent. You will be joining a forward-thinking environment with industry-standard facilities, modern technology, and strong links with employers across the creative and gaming sectors.The Role You will deliver engaging and inspiring Games Design lessons across Levels 1-3, supporting students to develop both technical and creative skills for progression into higher education or employment within the gaming and digital industries.The successful candidate will have experience teaching or working within games design and a strong understanding of awarding bodies such as BTEC and OCR.Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality teaching across Games Design programmesPlan, assess, and provide effective feedback to studentsSupport curriculum development within the Digital departmentInspire and motivate students through innovative teaching methods and new technologiesContribute to departmental moderation and quality assurance processesMaintain strong organisational and professional standardsRequirements The ideal candidate will have:A relevant teaching qualification (PGCE / Cert Ed)A relevant honours degree or substantial industry experience within Games DesignExperience with 3D modelling and animation software such as Maya or BlenderExperience using game engines including Unreal Engine or Construct 3Knowledge of creative software such as Adobe Creative Suite or Davinci ResolveUnderstanding of games design pipelines, 3D art workflows, and project managementExcellent organisational and communication skillsA genuine passion for games design and the wider gaming industryWhats on Offer Generous annual leave package with approximately 13 weeks holiday per yearEarly finish on FridaysFree on-site parkingTeachers Pension SchemeFamily-friendly and flexible working policiesOngoing training and career development opportunitiesStaff wellbeing initiatives and wellbeing daysExcellent employee benefits and retail discountsSupportive and inclusive working environment with strong staff engagementSafeguarding & Equality This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check in line with safeguarding requirements.Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds. The organisation is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and values the unique perspectives and experiences candidates can bring.Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.TPBN1_UKTJ