Lecturer - Fashion & Textiles; Mat Cover

Jole: Lecturer – Fashion & Textiles (Mat Cover)

Location: Bedford College – Cauldwell Street Campus

Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £26,651 and £38,169 per annum DOE, Qualifications, 45-53 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, Teacher’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses. – The salary and annual leave entitlement advertised reflects progression from Unqualified Lecturer to Qualified Lecturer status. As this is a part-time position, the salary as well as the annual leave stated will be based on the contracted hours worked.

Hours/Weeks: 22.2 hours per week/ 52 Weeks

Contract Type: Fixed Term– Part Time (

Start Date:

Jan 2027, FT for 12 months)

This is a UK based contract
, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK
. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

We are currently seeking a Lecturer in Art & Design (Fashion & Textiles) to join our Creative Arts department at The Bedford College Group as Maternity Cover.

As a Lecturer, you play an important role in the success of our students through:

• Teaching & Assessment – Deliver high-quality lessons across a range of programmes, prepare schemes of work, assess student work, and ensure compliance with awarding body standards (UAL).
• Curriculum Development – Research and implement innovative learning materials, contribute to new course development, and create engaging, inclusive learning environments.
• Student Support & Progress – Monitor learner progress, provide tutorials, maintain accurate records, and implement interventions to help students achieve their potential.
• Quality & Compliance – Participate in internal quality assurance, uphold safeguarding, equality, diversity, and health & safety requirements, and complete administrative tasks to deadlines.
• College Engagement – Promote programmes through marketing activities, attend open days and events, liaise with employers for vocational opportunities, and engage in CPD to maintain subject expertise.

• Qualifications – Degree or equivalent in Fashion & Textiles; GCSE English & Maths (A–C);
  Certificate in Education or equivalent.
• Experience & Knowledge – Recent teaching experience in Fashion & Textiles; familiarity with UAL curriculum; strong understanding of current industry developments and diverse learner needs.
• Technical Expertise – Ability to deliver sewing techniques (appliqué, patchwork, quilting), basic pattern cutting, and textile processes (weaving, batik, tie-dye, lino printing, embroidery).
• Skills & Professional Standards – Strong organisational and interpersonal skills; ability to design schemes of work, manage deadlines, and maintain high-quality learning environments; commitment to safeguarding and college values.
• Flexibility & Development – Willingness to update skills, work across sites, and engage in CPD; ability to promote the college’s reputation and create an inclusive, supportive environment for learners.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

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