Subject Tutors - Interior Design

Location: Bloomsbury, London
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £35,000–£40,000 per annum, pro rata for part-time hours
Hours: Part time hours available and will be discussed with the successful candidate.

West Dean is a unique place to work and study, combining an internationally recognised centre for arts, design, craft and conservation with a rich cultural heritage.

Our London campus is home to the prestigious KLC School of Design, where students benefit from inspiring studio spaces and access to the creative opportunities of London.

At West Dean, we value creativity, craftsmanship, sustainability and inclusivity. Our aim is to provide an inspiring environment where students can develop their skills, confidence and professional potential.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Subject Tutor to join our School of Design.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver an engaging, contemporary design curriculum across our BA, Diploma and Certificate programmes, both on-site and online.

Working closely with the Programme Leader and wider academic team, you will deliver high-quality teaching, practical demonstrations, tutorials and assessments, helping students develop the technical expertise, creative confidence and professional knowledge needed to succeed in the design industry.

Alongside teaching, you will contribute to curriculum development, student recruitment, industry engagement and the wider student experience. You will also help maintain the quality and relevance of our programmes, ensuring they reflect current professional practice and industry developments.

We welcome applications from creative practitioners and experienced educators who are passionate about design education and committed to nurturing emerging talent.

• Plan, develop and deliver innovative and relevant design curricula in collaboration with the Programme Leader and fellow Subject Tutors.
• Deliver high-quality teaching, practical demonstrations and assessments, providing clear and timely feedback to students.
• Contribute to programme development, annual monitoring and continuous improvement, responding to student and External Examiner feedback.
• Support student recruitment through open days, portfolio reviews and other recruitment activities.
• Provide academic tutorials and guidance to support student progression, engagement and wellbeing.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, timetabling and the effective delivery of programmes.
• Support the appointment, induction and management of Visiting Lecturers as required.
• Work collaboratively with academic, technical and student support colleagues to maintain a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment.
• Maintain professional networks and engage with current design practice to ensure teaching reflects industry standards and innovation.
• Contribute to budgets for teaching materials and equipment, monitoring expenditure within agreed limits.
• Represent West Dean at selected external events and conferences, promoting our design programmes and reputation.

You will have a strong background in design, combining professional knowledge with a passion for teaching and supporting students to achieve their potential.

You will be confident delivering engaging learning experiences, developing curriculum content and providing constructive feedback. You will also be able to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the ongoing development and promotion of our programmes.

• An undergraduate degree and a postgraduate degree in design or a related subject.
• At least three years’ experience in teaching and learning within design or a related subject.
• Professional experience in the…