Job Description:

Job information Digital Arts Lecturer (Concept Arts for Games) from the Company Kendal College, this latest Digital Arts Lecturer (Concept Arts for Games) job vacancy is located in the city Kendal located in the country United Kingdom . This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate GCSE . Job Vacancies in this Digital field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Responsibility:

The successful candidates will have experience with delivering teaching and learning of the highest quality.

Key facts

• Part-time, permanent25.9 hours per week (0.7 FTE)
• Salary£21,232 to £25,339, depending upon qualifications and experience
• Closing dateSunday 9th June 2024
• Interview dateThursday 20th June 2024

Unlocking Potential - Transforming Lives - Creating Bright Futures

We are looking for a dynamic and inspirational individual to support the delivery of our Games Design and Concept Art course.

The successful candidate will have contemporary experience of working as a digital game's designer. They will plan, prepare, teach/deliver modules, and support learning across various digital and games programs. They would also provide learner groups guidance, feedback, support, and tutorship. The aim will be to deliver and assess technical skills in Graphics and lens, text, experience, sound, moving image, and character and environment.

As well as qualified teachers, this role would suit a new graduate of Games Development, Games Art, or Games Design, or someone who is working in industry and perhaps looking to give back and change direction - we would give you all the support and professional development to enable you to excel.

Although the successful candidate will primarily focus on the coordination and teaching of the programme, they will also have a secondary focus on fostering external links with employers and the Games industry to make sure that what we do is current and cutting edge.

The successful candidate(s) will have experience with delivering teaching and learning of the highest quality. They will embrace a teaching environment that values creativity, technology, and forward-thinking methodologies. They will build strong, positive working relationships with a supportive and collaborative team of educators and professional services who share the common goal of providing a meaningful educational experience.

They will have excellent organisational and time-management skills and be able to prioritise work effectively to meet objectives and deadlines. They will be comfortable with and proactively adapt to rapid changes in educational trends within the sector. They will be able to plan and prioritise their own schedule of work to achieve objectives, have strong IT skills and be happy to be part of a close-knit team with shared objectives.

The successful candidates will themselves be educated to at least Level 4 and capable of sharing their knowledge with our students in an engaging and informative manner that benefits their passion for the subject.

Job Overview

• Teaching: Deliver engaging and effective lessons across a variety of curriculum disciplines.
• Curriculum Development: Lead the development of specific subjects within the curriculum, ensuring content is current and industry-relevant.
• Research & Consultancy: Engage in significant research and consultancy activities to enhance the academic and practical learning experience.
• Course Verification & Leadership: Oversee course verification processes, coordinate course teams, and provide leadership to ensure high education standards.
• Impactful Role: Play a crucial role in shaping the future of the related industry by mentoring and educating the next generation of skilled professionals.
• Classroom Management: To ensure student retention and achievement targets are met. Provide a safe and healthy environment in which to work and learn. Ensure that adequate resources and materials are provided to enhance learning, thereby enriching the opportunity and experience of learners.

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Why choose us?

Set within the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage site of the Lake District, we are an FE college that consistently punches above its weight on the national stage. Under the leadership of our Principal, Kelvin Nash, we are embarking on a series of bold steps to grow the college and remain an excellent education provider for Cumbria and the Northwest region. Our students are focused on their learning, achieve high levels of attainment, and consistently give us high satisfaction ratings. The college recognises the wellbeing of its staff as a priority, as well as ensuring that excellent work is appropriately recognised and that a healthy work-life balance is maintained.

What we offer

• A friendly and supportive environment
• Rewarding jobs, working with talented students
• Great career progression opportunities
• A generous holiday entitlement
• Excellent pension schemes for all staff
• 7 efficiency days per year (pro rata) in addition to your hard-earned holiday allocation
• A college that is committed to developing every student to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability
• Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop
• A college that promotes and supports flexible working
• On-site canteens with locally sourced ingredients
• Employee Assistant Program
• Electric car and Cycle to Work scheme
• A comprehensive staff awards, rewards, and Wellbeing scheme
• Membership options are available to other discounting/saving providers
• A full range of hairdressing and beauty therapy treatments
• Discounts in the college Restaurant
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Enhance absence Pay

Our vision

Wee will provide outstanding education and training opportunities that are responsive to the needs of our students and our community. All our actions will help develop our students to deliver positive economic and sustainable environmental change both now and in the future.

Our values

• Excellence & Ambition
• Respect & Honesty
• Diversity & Inclusion
• Loyalty & Commitment
• A Positive Environment

What we're looking for

Qualifications

EssentialDesirable A recognised teaching qualification or be willing to obtain within 2 years of appointment A Bachelor/Master's degree in an digital design discipline Level 4 qualification (BTEC HNC, NVQ) in in an appropriate discipline or be willing to work towards it Assessor or IQA qualifications to support curriculum and apprenticeship programmes or be willing to obtain within 2 years English, Maths, and Science at Level 2 (GCSE A* to C or equivalent)

Experience

EssentialDesirable Understanding of Digital games industry and potential specialisms that you can inspire students to progress into Recent experience of teaching in an FE/HE environment Recent experience with some industry specialisms Experience of working in an industrial/commercial Gamming environment Experience in Blender or Unreal engines RPG Maker Adobe or alternatives

Knowledge & Skills

EssentialDesirable Effective communication and presentation skills Capable use of IT to promote teaching and monitor learning Effective work management skills that can be translated into a classroom Ability to provide high quality pastoral care to learners Good general knowledge of health and safety at work in an educational and the relevant vocational environment Comprehensive current technical knowledge and skills commensurate with the required vocational delivery

Applications without the essential requirements will not usually be considered for appointment.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expect all staff to share this commitment. Employment at the college is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service, and any post in regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education(KCSIE) guidance, we will conduct online searches about any shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal obligation to meet safeguarding duties in accordance with KCSIE.

Right to work

You may need to obtain permission to work in the UK if you don't already have the unrestricted right to work in any role. There are various types of visas, which include the right to work. You can check if you need a UK visa using the Government's online tool and find information about UK visa routes and the eligibility criteria that must be met for each route Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). All staff are required to prove their right to work in the UK before they attend an interview.

Equality & diversity

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We strive to ensure that no employee or job applicant receives less favourable facilities or treatment (either directly or indirectly) in recruitment or employment on grounds of age, disability, gender/gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation (the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010).

GDPR

All adults employed by the college have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations

Armed Forces Covenant

We are committed to supporting veterans' integration into civilian life after their loyal service to the Armed Forces. We welcome applications from veterans, and those who meet the essential criteria will be automatically invited for an interview.

Please note CVs cannot be accepted without a completed application form.

Keywords : Kendal jobs

Closed Date : 2024-12-13