Overview
Lecturer - Group Lead: Level 4 Fashion Buying & Merchandising
Fashion Retail Academy (part of Education for Industry Group)
Fixed-Term Maternity Contract
Part-Time: 19.5 hours (0.525 FTE - 2.525 days per week, 2 days on-site and one-half admin day on a day to be agreed)
Teaching Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Electra House, London – Moorgate, EC2M 6SE
About the role
Ready to make an impact or looking for a meaningful career change? Lead and inspire students on our dynamic Level 4 Fashion Buying & Merchandising course at the Fashion Retail Academy!
We’re seeking passionate and experienced professionals with expertise in Fashion Buying & Merchandising to inspire and shape the next generation of industry talent. As Group Lead, you’ll deliver innovative teaching, combining practical learning with key theories to drive exceptional student outcomes. You’ll lead by example, developing high standards, challenging and supporting our students on their educational journey.
About you
* Qualifications: Teaching qualification or willingness to pursue one upon appointment (ideal but not essential).
* Experience: Strong industry experience in Fashion Buying & Merchandising or teaching experience in an educational setting (ideally Post-16).
* Expertise: Outstanding current knowledge of Fashion Buying & Merchandising and the Fashion Retail landscape.
* Passion: Creative, enthusiastic, and driven, with excellent communication, and interpersonal skills, dedicated to commencing a career in teaching.
If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further.
Why The EFI?
We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:
* Funded professional qualifications including teacher training, personal growth allowance and annual CPD.
* Generous and flexible leave options, including an around-the-world trip after five years of service
* Market-leading family-friendly pay, including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
* Monthly wellbeing allowance and financial loan options to support your financial health
Salary:
From £17,010 to £18,900 per annum (0.525FTE), subject to qualifications and experience
How to apply/Next Steps
Create an account via our website, click 'Start Application', and submit your completed application form. Please note as we are an education provider, CVs are not accepted. You can find our EFI Application Form here.
Closing Date:
8am on Tuesday 28 October 2025.
Interviews/Recruitment Day: 4 - 6 November 2025 - Interviews to be held in-person at Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE
More Information/Contact us
For more information about the FRA, visit our website and refer to the job description.
Please contact recruitment@efigroup.ac.uk for further information.
The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.
Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.
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