Salary: Band 9-12 - starting salary £35,302 (FTE £44,128) with annual, incremental progression up to £47,310 (FTE £59,138) Hours: 29.6 hours / 4 days per week Contract Type: Permanent Closing date: Sunday 10 May 2026 Arts University Plymouth is seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer to lead its BA (Hons) Fashion, Media & Marketing degree. This is an academic leadership position within the University, contributing to the ongoing development of the subject area and the advancement of innovative, student-centred pedagogy. The role supports the delivery of high-quality learning and teaching across academic, practical, and technical contexts, while maintaining academic standards and an excellent student experience. The role integrates teaching, scholarship, and research to ensure the curriculum is current, industry-relevant, and forward-looking. Alongside academic and operational leadership, the role contributes to curriculum development, quality assurance, and student recruitment. Through collaboration with colleagues and external partners, the role directly supports student outcomes, promotes interdisciplinary and industry engagement, and works towards the achievement of the University’s strategic objectives for growth and graduate progression. About The Role: As Course Leader, you will lead all aspects of the content, organisation, management and development of the course, supporting our academic ambition to deliver innovative research-informed teaching that champions the integration of theory and practice. This will include the fostering of cross-disciplinary and interdisciplinary relationships, a commitment to expanded practices (including new and emergent technologies), and new curriculum initiatives that embrace a breadth of professional contexts. Key to the role will be ensuring that the student experience is positive and is reviewed on an ongoing and annual basis, and that appropriate strategies are implemented in support of maintaining academic quality and standards. You will work closely with the Assistant Dean and Registry in support of quality assurance processes such as the annual monitoring review (AMR) You will actively contribute to University Committees and Boards, Interim and Unit Award Boards, and student feedback meetings as required on a regular basis. In support of maintaining the annual target application and enrolment figures for the course area(s) and university at large, you will proactively develop and undertake recruitment and retention initiatives, both internally and externally. This will involve active outreach such as visits to schools, attendance at open days and UCAS fairs, and related events. You will be: A practising creative professional, with experience in the Fashion/Fashion Business/Marketing industries Able to demonstrate knowledge and expertise in your subject area. A dynamic and progressive educator, with excellent interpersonal skills, able to create a positive course culture and community of professional practice. Educated to postgraduate level You will have: Professional teaching experience at Higher Education level, including curriculum planning, all aspects of teaching and learning, assessment, pastoral support and management of the student experience. Good people management skills, capable of line managing and leading a team of academic lecturers, motivating and supporting individuals and teams to deliver high standards Strong administrative skills, capable of organising and prioritising workload, managing budgets and delivering projects. A good level of digital literacy and the ability to analyse and interpret data to support management reporting and decision making. A good understanding of the creative industries with the ability to build external relationships and partnerships, raising the profile of the University and creating progression opportunities for our graduates In return you’ll receive: Holiday: 28 (FTE 35)days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, and discretionary efficiency closure days Pension: Enrolment onto a generous Teachers Pension scheme subject to scheme eligibility with Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) Enhanced family leave: including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay and paid careers leave Wellbeing resources: Access to the UK’s Leading Employee Assistance Programme including In person or virtual counselling - enhanced to 10 sessions Menopause support Life & Leadership Coaching Legal Advice Financial Coaching Dedicated Quiet Spaces for reflection, prayer, or quiet contemplation Flexible Working Discounts: Additional benefits such as Cycle to work scheme, Discounted bus tickets Education sector retail offers Local gym discounts Staff discount site with savings of up to 10% on the high street For more information, including essential criteria please access the role profile using this link https://shorturl.at/dN7Q5. To find out more about our award-winning independent arts university, what makes us special and why Plymouth provides a spectacular backdrop for our creative community; check out our ‘working here’ pages www.aup.ac.uk/working-here. Interviews are expected to take place on Friday 22nd May 2026 How to Apply To apply, please complete the online application form. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs in place of a completed application. We encourage early applications, as the advert may close prior to the listed closing date due to high levels of interest. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. If you are interested in the role and would like to find out more, please feel free to contact- Tim Gundry, Assistant Dean via [email protected]. The successful candidate will be professionally active in their field and willing to contribute to our research ambitions and international profile as an innovative, sustainable and broadly inclusive arts university. Safeguarding and Compliance Arts University Plymouth has a strong commitment to the safeguarding & welfare of young people & vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory DBS check, and you will be required to provide appropriate documentation as part of the onboarding process. Right to Work Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. Proof of Right to Work will be required before an offer of employment is made. Inclusivity We celebrate equality, diversity and difference, and welcome candidates from all communities, including applications from service people and their families as part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant. Redeployees In the event that the University has employees eligible for redeployment at the time of shortlisting, for example due to the end of a fixed term contract, these candidates may be entitled to a priority interview.