Charles Tomlin

Graduated in Computer Games Technology & Design with PGCE in Lifelong Learning

Manchester, ManchesterMember since February 24, 2023

Innovative teaching approachesPedagogy practicesActive pedagogy approachTime managementVirtual reality applications

About

Graduated in Computer Games Technology & Design, with a PGCE in Lifelong Learning, looking for a teaching role within Further or Higher Education. I have extensive work experience, including teaching practice in the Art & Performing Arts Department at an FE College and industry roles producing 3D models for in-house VR and AR engines. Including working in other industries, creating promotional materials for conventions, and being creative by devising lesson plans and resources.

I enjoy new challenges and strive to work to the best of my abilities. I am willing to learn new skills and software to develop my skill set.

Experience

Customer service agent - G4S

(2025-06)

Taking calls from customers to support them with their benefits
Rearranging appointments at the Job Centre
Handing customers' data and ensuring that it is always up to date
Solving customers' issues and giving them excellent service

Games Design Lecturer - Axis Recruitment

(2025-03 - 2025-05)

I guarantee that all my lesson content is available and accessible to my learners anytime
Ensured all students were given appropriate support within lessons, checking that they understood the contents of the experience and aiding them in completing tasks
Give learners constant feedback on their work to ensure they get the best possible grade and check to understand the lesson's content
Teaching learner's different areas of game design to enable them to get the best outcomes
Ensured all students were motivated to continue their work and gave them creative criticism

Cover supervisor - Teach195 and Milk Education

(2024-10)

Supervise pupils in completing work left by teaching staff on short-term absences
Ensuring all pupils are on task and their behaviour is always acceptable
Adapting my teaching style to the subject that I will be delivering

Customer Service Advisor - Blue Arrow Capita

(2024-06 - 2024-10)

Taking payments from customers
Updating customer data and ensuring it is kept up to date
Give customers the correct information and give them support when needed

SEND Support Practitioner - Reed-Manchester College

(2022-09 - 2024-03)

Motivating and encouraging learners within the classroom
Ensuring SEND learners complete objectives within and out of the classroom
Making learning accessible for SEND learners by breaking down tasks they need to do
Keeping track of learners' progress and achievements
Preparing SEND learners to become independent and ready for adulthood
Attending EHCP review meetings to review SEND learners' outcomes

Cover supervisor - Tradewind

(2021-06 - 2022-09)

Supporting SEND pupils on a 1-to-1 basis and ensuring their needs are met
Manage pupils' behaviour within the classroom and ensure it is always maintained
Cover lessons and ensure that all tasks are done
Ensuring pupils understand the contact of the lesson by breaking it down and reiterating it to a level they can understand

Learning Resource Coordinator - Oldham College

(2022-01 - 2022-06)

Managing the running of the Learning Resource Centre and ensuring that we are giving the best service possible
Promoting use the development and use of learning and information technologies
Ensuring all learners' behaviour meets the college expectations
Delivering outstanding support to learners and staff within and outside the LRC
Run the student hive web page and update it with new information and design
Collaborating with other staff on new ways to improve the learner experience

I Learn Learning Facilitator - Reed-Hopwood Hall College

(2021-09 - 2021-12)

Responsible for supporting learners in their independent studies
Ensuring that all learners' behaviour is maintained at a good standard
Assisting learners with IT issues they may have and finding a solution to solve the issue

Learning Facilitator - Reed-Manchester College

(2021-05 - 2021-07)

Covering lessons for teachers who may be absent or have cover sub-groups due to COVID-19
Ensuring all learners are completing assignments that have been given to them
While covering work, I must ensure that behaviour is acceptable and maintained
Also, supporting learners with their assignment work

Teacher of Interactive Media and Games - UTC@MediaCityUk

(2020-09 - 2021-03)

I taught years 12 and 13 on Pearson BTEC Level 3 in Interactive Media and Games
Deliver lessons and ensure all learners are engaged within the classroom
Create creative lesson resources for unit work and ensure a good exemplar, ensuring the modelling quality is at a good standard
Experience teaching online due to COVID-19 and being able to create engaging lessons

Games Development Tutor Placement - Hopwood Hall College

(2018-11 - 2020-06)

Taught level 2 and 3 Games Development students
Responsible for creating effective lesson plans and well-time tasks suitable for the student's current level
Developed resources for student's unit/project work, ensuring it was current and assessable towards student's needs

Trainee 3D Artist - EON Reality

(2014-09 - 2015-07)

Trainee 3D artist, virtual reality applications for clients and communicating with them on what they want in their form
Completed by using an in-house engine to develop the app and ensuring any 3D assets work within the in-house engine for the application

Technical Assistant - Dark Cleo Productions

(2014-10 - 2018-12)

In this role, I worked around the country at expos such as Play Expo and Film and Comic Con owned by Show Masters
I created promotional materials for social media, expedition posters, and live streams like Twitch