Freelance Game Development Tutor (Post-16 Education)
Location: Cardiff | Rate: £132–£150/day | Start Date: Immediate
Interviews: Week beginning 27th October 2025
Media Academy Cymru (MAC) is seeking a passionate and experienced Game Development Tutor to join our dynamic education and training team. If you thrive in hands-on teaching environments, love inspiring young people, and have expertise in game development, this could be the perfect role for you.
We deliver BTEC courses at Levels 1-3 to post-16 learners, with a strong emphasis on creativity, wellbeing, and inclusive education. Our learners are diverse, talented, and full of potential - and we’re looking for someone who can help them unlock it.
About the Role
As a freelance tutor, you’ll play a key part in shaping the next generation of creative tech talent. You’ll deliver engaging, practical lessons in game development, support learners through their coursework, and contribute to a culture of inclusion and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver hands-on, creative lessons in game development
- Plan, assess, and internally verify learners' coursework
- Carry out regular wellbeing check-ins with students
- Organise and support extracurricular learning activities
- Deliver and assess Essential Skills Wales qualifications in Communication and Application of Number
- Maintain accurate records and manage administrative tasks related to teaching
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a unique individual: someone who’s not only a creative and tech-savvy game developer, but also deeply committed to student wellbeing and inclusion.
You should have:
- A teaching qualification, relevant experience, or a youth work qualification
- Experience working with young people in educational or mentoring settings
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage admin alongside teaching
- Availability to work term-time only, Monday – WednesdayÂ
- A collaborative mindset and a passion for creative education
Bonus skills:
- Mental Health First Aid
- Experience supporting learners with additional learning needs (ALN)
Whether you’re an experienced tutor or an industry professional ready to share your craft, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Work With MAC?
At MAC, we offer a supportive and rewarding working environment. Our small class sizes allow for meaningful engagement with learners, and each class is co-delivered by two tutors, ensuring collaborative teaching and shared responsibility.
We pride ourselves on our informal, inclusive workplace culture and our commitment to creativity, wellbeing, and professional growth. You’ll be part of a team that genuinely cares about making a difference.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining:
- Your skills and experience in the game development industry
- Your experience working with young people
- Your availability
Send your application to Sarah@mediaacademycymru.wales.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview shortly after.
Help us nurture the next generation of creative thinkers and makers. Apply now and make a meaningful difference.
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