Technical Instructor- Digital

Your future is here

A place to inspire

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll work in a vibrant environment, in a rewarding role and for a college that values your contribution. Here, you will belong.

What you'll bring

We’re excited to offer an opportunity to join our Digital team at City Hub, supporting our innovative Esports provision. This role gives you the chance play a key role in helping our students access cutting-edge digital and gaming technologies, in a creative, fast-moving environment.

You’ll contribute directly to high-quality teaching and learning experiences, guiding our students in using specialist digital technologies. You’ll support your teaching colleagues in delivering workshops, demonstrations and practical learning activities, playing an active role in creating a safe, inclusive learning environment and engaging learning environment.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Take responsibility for all specialist equipment within your designated digital learning suites and prepare learning spaces and resources so lessons and activities run smoothly.
• Prepare and manage a range of risk assessments, in liaison with the Health & Safety Manager, within designated suites or relating to specialist equipment to ensure the safe operation of all assigned spaces and resources.
• To lead on planning and delivering specialist workshops for students in designated suites to facilitate student knowledge of processes, procedures and safe use of the digital equipment. Provide direct teaching to students when Lecturers are off ill as cover.
• Maintain visibility within the learning environments to ensure the safe and effective management of resources and enable students to book in to use digital suites under supervision.

Who we're looking for

We’re looking for someone who has experience of working in a digital environment and is curious, proactive and passionate about digital technology or gaming, with an eye for detail. You’ll be just as comfortable working collaboratively with colleagues and students as you are taking initiative, acting independently, to solve problems in a busy and demanding environment.

You’ll possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to demonstrate good organisational skills, contributing to an engaging learning environment where all students can thrive.

You’ll hold a Level 3 teaching qualification or be committed to work towards one within an agreed timeframe. Experience within an education setting is desirable.

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact wendy.walker-graham@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk  

Interviews / Assessments are planned for: 03 July 2026

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £25,256 to £26,348 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for term time only or part time posts)
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave 
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App  
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme 
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme 

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need. 

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here.

To apply, click ‘Apply for this job’ on the Nottingham College website, or visit Nottingham College – Current Vacancies  if viewing externally.

We value accessibility and inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you need help or information in another format, contact Peopleservices@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk or call us on 0115 884 2222.  

We review applications as they are received, so please apply early. We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, and interview dates may change.

Please note that this role does not meet the standard salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. However, Home Office exemptions may apply depending on individual circumstances. Candidates are advised to review the Skilled Worker visa criteria on GOV.UK before applying.