Lecturer in Esports

Lecturer – Esports

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).

Salary: £,067 - £42,848 depending on experience and qualifications.

Location: Newcastle under Lyme Site.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, suitably qualified individual with relevant experience to teach on our exciting new Esports course, in our purpose built Esports hub, equipped with state‑of‑the‑art gaming resources.

• To deliver high quality teaching on Esports across the full range of the department's provision, including remote teaching, learning and assessment via appropriate platforms when required.
• Play an active role in the marketing of the College and the Department through activities such as open days and liaison with local employers and schools.
• Engage in core duties including preparation, marking, monitoring student progress, preparing reports, setting and marking of examination papers, and developing and preparing flexible learning materials.

• Holds a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Has an appropriate teaching qualification; support given if required.
• Ideally has relevant teaching experience at Esports Level 3 Extended Diploma within the FE sector.
• Is an effective communicator and has good organisational skills.

• Employer Pension contributions.
• 52 days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays & Christmas Closure).
• Cycle to Work Scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Subsidised Gym Membership.
• Health‑related benefits, a subsidised Health Scheme.
• Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget).
• Dedicated Teaching & Learning Coaches for New Staff.
• Remission provided for your first year in post.
• Free Parking.
• On site restaurant and free early morning tea/coffee and toast.

To apply for the role of Lecturer in Esports, please click “Apply Now” to complete an online application form.

If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an email and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website.

The closing date for completed applications is 18th January 2026.

Interviews will be held on 29th January 2026.

This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.