Esports & Computing/IT Lecturer
Application Deadline: 7 May 2026
Department: A Level's
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Wigan & Leigh College
Compensation: £31,699 - £42,540 / year
Description
Esports & Computing/IT Lecturer
Lecturer A
Full Time
Permanent
At Wigan & Leigh College, our lecturers help students reach their full potential. We know Great People. Change Lives.
You’ll teach across a dynamic mix of Vocational IT, Computing, Esports, and the T Level Digital programme, helping students develop industry-relevant technical skills, digital literacy, and an understanding of the fast-evolving tech and esports sectors. You may also contribute to Higher Education (HE) computing provision, supporting learners progressing to advanced study and careers in the digital industry.
You’ll plan and deliver engaging, practical lessons, assess progress, and contribute to a forward-thinking department where innovation, employability, and real-world application are central to teaching and learning.
What you'll do
- Teach across Vocational IT, Computing, and Esports programmes
- Deliver content within the T Level Digital qualification
- Contribute to HE computing provision where required
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons that develop students’ technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Assess student progress and provide timely, targeted feedback
- Support students to achieve strong outcomes and progress to higher education or employment in digital industries
- Contribute to curriculum development, keeping content aligned with industry trends and technologies
- Act as a personal tutor, supporting students’ academic progress, wellbeing, and progression
- Contribute to recruitment and marketing activities, including open evenings, taster sessions, and school liaison
What you'll bring
- Strong subject knowledge in Computing, IT, Esports, or a related field
- Experience of teaching post-16 or a willingness to develop in this area
- Understanding of current digital technologies, software, and industry practices
- Ability to motivate and engage a diverse range of learners
- Commitment to high standards of teaching and learning
What you're like
- Passionate about digital technology, computing, and esports, and their real-world applications
- Organised, proactive, and reflective in your practice
- A clear communicator who builds positive relationships with students
- Resilient and adaptable in a fast-moving teaching environment
- Committed to continuous professional development
Essentials
- Degree in Computing, IT, Digital Technologies, Esports, or a related subject
- Teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent), or willingness to work towards one
- GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent)
- Right to work in the UK
Why work with us?
Time to recharge
- Generous annual leave entitlement, including bank holidays (depending on your role)
- Family-friendly leave policies
Wellbeing as well as work
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Medicash healthcare plan
- Occupational health support
- Confidential counselling
- Specsavers eye test vouchers
- A culture where people look out for each other
Financial peace of mind
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, buy tech)
- Railcard & Tusker Green car scheme
- Local and national discount schemes
Clear progression routes
- Opportunities to step up, specialise, or move across departments
- Leadership pathways
- Support to gain teaching qualifications
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our benefits.If you take pride in delivering great service and enjoy variety in your work, then this is the role for you.
Please complete our application form in full. We can’t accept CVs.
Attention FE teachers: You could be eligible for a government levelling-up payment of £2,000–£6,000 if you teach subjects like construction, engineering, maths, computing or early years. This applies if you're in your first 5 years of FE teaching and spend at least 50% of your time teaching eligible level 3 (or below) courses.
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