Lecturer in Fashion; Pattern Cutting and Manufacture

Responsibilities

• The candidate will be able to teach two lessons a week on Thursday afternoon and Wednesday evening.
• The candidate will need specialist knowledge in Pattern Cutting & Manufacture skills.
• Experience of teaching adult students from diverse backgrounds would be desirable.
• The candidate will be passionate about teaching and keen to develop the adult part‑time curriculum.

• Specialist knowledge in Pattern Cutting & Manufacture skills.
• Ability to use industrial & domestic sewing machines.
• Fashion Design Knowledge.
• Teamwork & Organisation.
• Inclusive teacher skills.
• Teaching qualification is desirable.

• Competitive salary – £17.48 – £21.86 per hour, plus 40% top‑up pay on all teaching hours.
• 45 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.
• Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave.
• Access to Teacher's Pension Scheme.
• Discounts at various stores and services via the Vivup App.
• Travel schemes: cycle to work, local transport season tickets, car salary sacrifice.
• Opportunities for professional development: 8 dedicated CPD days and the Request to Invest Programme.

Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are a Carer Confident Employer, Endometriosis Friendly, and Menopause Friendly employer, and we have an accredited Mental Health First Aider network.