Games, Animation and VFX Lecturer FXT

We are looking for a Games, Animation and VFX Lecturer to join our team. This is a 35 hours per week, fixed term role from September 2026 to June 2027 offering a salary starting at  £31,410 per annum.

Why Join Us?

At Wirral Metropolitan College our purpose is to provide inclusive, highest – quality education and training opportunities to meet the aspirations of students and the need of the local community.

To achieve our purpose, we live our values; We are Ambitious, We are Resilient, We are Inclusive, We are Empowering, We are Accountable.

Job Purpose/Key Responsibilities:

• To carry out formal scheduled teaching on the Level 2 Games (BTEC) and the Level 3 Extended Diploma(AIM) in Games, Animation and VFX Skills programmes.
• To engage with Next Gen Skills Academy as a linked business partner.
• To prepare learning materials/resources and student assignments.
• Marking of students’ work and assignments.
• To operate as part of a team in the monitoring, reviewing, standardisation and evaluation of all aspects of the programme(s).

Skills and Qualifications:

• Games or creative subject BA Hons/Bsc
• Teaching qualification (Cert Ed or PGCE)
• Minimum level 2 English and Maths qualifications
• Teaching of Games, Animation and VFX or Games Design within FE (ideally Level 3 and Level 2)
• Working knowledge of 3D modelling and animation principles (Blender preferred, but Maya is an alternative)
• 3D Coat/Substance Painter
• Games design principles
• Games engines (Unity or Godot)
• Experience of assessment and internal/external verification processes

Benefits:

• Outstanding facilities in state of-the-art environments
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement
• Enhanced family friendly policies and leave  
• DBS checks completed and paid for by the employer
• Company is committed to CPD
• Flexible approach to work
• Employer Pension contribution rates currently at 28.6%
• Access to free car parking (subject to availability)

If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV.

Wirral Metropolitan College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a record check from the Disclosure and Barring Services before the appointment is confirmed.

It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Wirral Metropolitan College is actively committed to maintaining an environment which promotes and embeds equality, diversity and inclusion as a core value and welcome applications from all sections of the community.  The College ensures the principles of the Equality Act 2010 are adhered to and all job applicants and employees are treated equitably and fairly.