E-Sports Vocational Trainer
Added 6 Oct · still live
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
Only if it's SOC 3573
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
Ineligible
Going rate
Occupation not currently eligible
This role may qualify, but only under another code
Our best guess, SOC 3574, is not on the eligible-occupation list. The job could also be SOC 3573, which is on it, so we rate it Possible at most. Ask Activate Learning what the duties are.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Ineligible 3574 (Other vocational and industrial trainers) · 58% match
- Possible 3573 (Information technology trainers) · 24% match
- Possible 2319 (Teaching professionals not elsewhere classified) · 8% match
About the role
About the role: Vocational Trainer in Esports
We are looking for a passionate and technically skilled Vocational Trainer to join our CreaTech Faculty at Reading College, supporting the delivery of our Esports programmes.
Working alongside curriculum and technical colleagues, you will support students to develop the practical skills, knowledge and professional behaviours needed to succeed within the Esports industry.
Key Responsibilities Include
This is a fixed-term, part-time role working 23 hours per week during term time (0.53 FTE) based at Reading College. The contract will run until July 2027.
What do you need to be successful as a Vocational Trainer in Esports with Activate Learning?
You will have a Level 3 qualification or above, or equivalent industry experience, within Esports, gaming, digital technology or a related field.
Experience working with gaming PCs, consoles and digital technologies is essential, along with the ability to provide technical support and troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
You will also have experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro and Photoshop. Experience with OBS Studio, streaming or broadcast technologies, content creation, networking, PC hardware maintenance or 3D modelling software would be highly desirable.
Most importantly, you'll be passionate about supporting learners, developing their confidence and helping them achieve their potential.
What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?
We are looking for a passionate and technically skilled Vocational Trainer to join our CreaTech Faculty at Reading College, supporting the delivery of our Esports programmes.
Working alongside curriculum and technical colleagues, you will support students to develop the practical skills, knowledge and professional behaviours needed to succeed within the Esports industry.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Delivering learner-facing practical sessions and workshops.
- Supporting students with technical skills development and project-based learning.
- Demonstrating the safe use of Esports equipment, software and technologies.
- Maintaining and troubleshooting gaming PCs, consoles and associated equipment.
- Supporting Esports competitions, tournaments and live-streamed events.
- Promoting a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
This is a fixed-term, part-time role working 23 hours per week during term time (0.53 FTE) based at Reading College. The contract will run until July 2027.
What do you need to be successful as a Vocational Trainer in Esports with Activate Learning?
You will have a Level 3 qualification or above, or equivalent industry experience, within Esports, gaming, digital technology or a related field.
Experience working with gaming PCs, consoles and digital technologies is essential, along with the ability to provide technical support and troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
You will also have experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro and Photoshop. Experience with OBS Studio, streaming or broadcast technologies, content creation, networking, PC hardware maintenance or 3D modelling software would be highly desirable.
Most importantly, you'll be passionate about supporting learners, developing their confidence and helping them achieve their potential.
What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?
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Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learning's mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.
In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.
Who We Are
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Why work with the Activate Learning Group?
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits
In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.
Who We Are
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Why work with the Activate Learning Group?
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits
- Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards:Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
- Wellbeing & Resources Groups:Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
- Company benefits:Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.
Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Other vocational and industrial trainers (SOC 3574) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~116k in sampleSOC 3574
- Middle half £29,848–45,292
- Median £36,868
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