Reference: MAY20262521
Expiry date: 22:59, Mon, 22nd Jun 2026
Location: West Durrington
Salary: Competitive
Lecturer in Textile Design [Ref: NBK1459]
18.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary lecturer to lead the continued evolution of our BA (Hons) Textiles for Art, Fashion & Interiors programme. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative practitioner and educator to shape the future of Textiles education.
As Course Lead, you will be responsible for the strategic direction, development, and delivery of our HE Textiles programme. You will ensure that our curriculum remains dynamic, industry-engaged, and aligned with contemporary textile practices and critical discourse, inspiring students and staff to experiment, collaborate, and redefine the boundaries of textiles across art, fashion, and interiors.
Qualifications
* A strong background in Textile practice, education, and research.
* A proven track record of innovation in Higher Education curriculum design and delivery.
* Extensive experience in professional practice within the arts sector, with knowledge of contemporary creative industries.
* Experience in leading and inspiring teams within an academic or creative environment.
* A keen professional interest in contemporary and future-facing art and design practices including new and emerging technologies, materials, and critical perspectives.
* The ability to forge strong links with external partners, artists, designers and cultural organisations.
* A commitment to student success, employability, and professional development.
* Significant experience in Higher Education teaching, course development, and academic leadership.
Benefits
* Teachers Pension Scheme – the Group contributes 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay.
* 40 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
* Discount schemes – including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
* Family friendly policies – including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave (dependent on continuous service).
* Continuous professional development opportunities – including ‘back to industry’ days, the Learning & Skills Teacher Apprenticeship for unqualified teaching staff and access to a range of other courses and activities.
* And much more – check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.
The working pattern for this role will be discussed at interview.
We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
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