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Job details
Job title University Teacher - Fashion Design and Technology Job reference REQ260310 Date posted 14/05/2026 Application closing date 05/06/2026 Location Loughborough Package Specialist and Supporting Academic grade 7 from £47389 to £56535 per annum. Subject to annual pay award.
Job description
0.6 FTE, Openended.
Annualised hours, term-time only
Loughborough University is one of the UK’s leading universities, consistently ranked within the top ten nationally and internationally recognised for its outstanding academic environment and vibrant campus community. Renowned for excellence, innovation and impact, the University offers an inspiring place to build an academic career.
Art and Design at Loughborough is internationally acclaimed, with Fashion and Textiles ranked 4th in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2026 ). This reputation is built on a long-standing commitment to world-leading research, creative practice and exceptional teaching, supported by collaborative, ambitious and highly respected academic teams. Working at Loughborough means being part of a dynamic, forward-thinking institution that values creativity, interdisciplinarity and excellence at every level.
Here’smore about the role and whatwe’relookingfor:
We areseekingan inspiring and committedfashion design tutorto join the School of Design and Creative Arts in a dedicated teaching-focused role on the BA (Hons) Fashion Design andTechnology programme. This role offers an opportunity to play a key part in shaping contemporary fashion education,engaging withindustrycollaborations,sustainabilityand digital innovation.
You will bring a strong, applied background in fashion design and technology, with high-level industry experience. Yourexpertisemay include pattern cutting, draping, creative concept development, garmentdevelopmentand ergonomics, across a range of product types. We are looking for a versatile and collegiate colleague with a broad and adaptable skill set who can contribute meaningfully to curriculum delivery and development.
Working collaboratively with academic and technical colleagues, you will help to deliver innovative, high-quality teaching and ensure excellent student outcomes. You will contribute to curriculum development and pedagogic innovation, supporting a learning experience that combines traditionalfashion designskills with emerging technologies and contemporary practice.
The Fashion Design and Technology programme is rooted in collaborative, forward-looking approaches to fashion education, and we welcome applications from individuals who are keen to contribute across both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Key Requirements
* Strong appliedexpertisein fashion design and technology, grounded in industry ‑ informed practice
* Experience of delivering engaging, hands ‑ on teaching in fashion design and/or fashion technology
* High ‑ level skills in pattern cutting, draping and/orgarment development, with an understanding of ergonomics and functionality
* A contemporary outlook on fashion practice, including sustainability, productionmethodsand emerging technologies
* The ability to work collaboratively across academic, technical and industry contexts
* A professional approach that aligns with a term ‑ time ‑ only role, supporting a flexible and focused teaching ‑ led working pattern
* A genuine commitment to excellent student outcomes, innovativepedagogyand inclusive practice
For more information, refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Queriesshould be directed toJenny Prendergast,Programme Leader BA Fashion Design &Technology via email to j.d.prendergast@lboro.ac.uk.
OurBenefits
At Loughborough, ourbenefitsare designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of ourbenefitsinclude:
Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with theoptionto buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme
Where you work – access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Finincial wellbeing – competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities
Support for you and your family – on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options, and a range of family-friendly policies
Health and wellbeing – discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support
Travel and sustainability -access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting
Discover more about the full range of rewards andbenefitsat Loughborough University.
The closing date will beFriday5 th June 2026 at midnight. Interviews will be conducted the weekcommencing22 nd June 2026.
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