Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Games Design, Development and Concept Art Lecturer at the City of Liverpool College. As part of the Digital Academy, you will be an inspiration to your students and will contribute to achieving excellence in teaching
and learning using innovative and emerging technologies. You will have an excellent up to date skillset which will include, 3D Modelling, Animation, and Game Engine experience. You will deliver a curriculum that is cutting-edge as we prepare our learners for
an ever-growing Digital world. We are looking for motivated individuals who have excellent interpersonal skills and can engage, motivate and inspire our students.
We offer a range of courses within the Digital Academy including L1 Digital and computing technologies, L2 Game Art, L2 and L3 Games Development, BA Hons Games Design and concept Art and T-Levels in digital production and Digital Support services.
Key Responsibilities
To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review
To be aware of national developments in subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis
Plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons in order to achieve effective management of the learning process
Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy
Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued
Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes
To set and mark work in accordance with College and School Assessment policies, to record work carried out and assessment of same
Track all students’ progress and attendance in accordance with agreed College systems and policies
Provide a balance of appropriate teaching styles and learning experiences
To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play and appropriate part in their implementation
Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome barriers
To liaise with Head of School in contributing to the design of programmes and teaching approaches which will enable curriculum areas to achieve high standards and value added
To liaise with Head of School and curriculum teams in contributing to the administration necessary to support the teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area
To work with colleagues with relevant expertise to identify and address additional student English and Maths skills development in subject area
To review own professional development needs and to participate fully in future training and development
To implement innovation into teaching, learning and assessment.
Welcomes NQTs
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential Criteria
Educated to Level 4 e.g. Degree or equivalent in Games Design and concept Art or other Digital subject specialism
Inspire and motivate learners
Knowledge and understanding of Computing and
Digital industries.
Engaged in Continuing Professional Development
Minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy or willingness to complete
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves
Ability to problem solve
Ability collaboratively with industry employers and colleagues
Desirable Criteria
A recognised Teaching qualification or vocational experience
Ability to embed innovation in the curriculum through the use of emerging technologies
Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in Games Design and Concept Art Experience of assessing students’ needs and planning curriculum for their benefit including Innovative learning
Good understanding of quality assurance and improvement processes
Knowledge or experience around T-Level provision
Knowledge or experience in teaching HE
Benefits
We really care about our people. As a member of College staff, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, wellbeing services and opportunities for professional development.These include:
Generous annual leave - We offer the highest holiday entitlement in the City Region
Competitive salary - Our salaries are the highest within FE in the City Region
Access to our Employee Benefits Platform, offering hundreds of discounts and savings
Wellbeing support - Access to a free, independent and confidential 24 hour counselling support, as well as general wellbeing and lifestyle support through our platform and app
Pension Scheme - Excellent pension provision, with memberships of Local Government Scheme, Teachers Pension Scheme and Aviva, depending on the role.