Lecturer in Fashion & Textiles

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At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and strengthen communities. As one of the region’s leading providers of education and skills training, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive and forward-thinking working environment where staff can thrive.

We are looking for creative, knowledgeable, and inspiring Hourly Paid Lecturers to join our Fashion & Textiles and Design teams. In this role, you will deliver high-quality, engaging teaching that supports learners in developing strong technical skills, creative confidence and clear personal direction within their projects. You will play a key part in shaping the student experience and contributing to the success of our growing programmes.

Job Title:

Hourly Paid Lecturer in Fashion & Textiles

12-15 hours a week, Term Time Only

We welcome applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Printed Textiles
• Fashion Construction
• Digital Editing & Manipulation
• Fashion Illustration

We are ideally seeking candidates available to teach full days on Wednesdays and Thursdays
, though applicants who can commit to only one of these days will also be considered.

• Plan and deliver structured, challenging and inspiring teaching sessions across Fashion & Textiles and Design.
• Support learners in developing critical thinking, literacy and specialist terminology.
• Monitor student progress and engagement, providing constructive, targeted feedback to help learners improve and refine their work.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet identified learner needs, ensuring every student can fully engage and make meaningful progress.
• Contribute to the creation of high‑quality learning resources and online learning materials.
• Use student feedback to reflect on and further develop your teaching practice.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support colleagues to ensure lessons are well planned, resourced and aligned with curriculum expectations.
• Maintain up‑to‑date professional and subject expertise relevant to your specialism.
• Uphold and promote the College’s Safeguarding, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, College Values and Health & Safety practices.
• Undertake any additional reasonable duties as required by the College.

At Colchester Institute, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team committed to enhancing the experience of every student and staff member. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a role that offers variety, responsibility and room for professional growth.