Pre-Degree Lecturer: Graphics, Illustration and Game Arts

Pre-Degree Lecturer:
Graphics, Illustration and Game Arts

Salary:
Band 4-6
- Pro-Rata starting salary £29,354 FTE with annual, incremental progression up to £36,320 FTE

Contract Type:
Permanent

Arts University Plymouth is seeking to appoint two Lecturers for the ED Graphics, Illustration and Game Arts course to its Pre-Degree team.
The two contracts are available at either 0.5 or 0.6 FTE, please ensure you are stating your preference within your application.

Pre-Degree in Arts University Plymouth is a dynamic, creative and holistic Further Education learning environment. An independent university with a dedicated Pre-Degree campus for 16 to 19-year-olds, Arts University Plymouth is a significant provider for the arts in the South West of the UK. The University consistently exceeds national benchmarks for vocational education & English and Maths GCSEs.

Ensuring a strong and high quality delivery of the University’s ‘UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Practice’ qualifications, you will work closely as part of a highly experienced group of professional educators under the line management of the Subject Leader for Graphics, Illustration and Game Arts.

This role will require a dynamic individual who is excited by creative education and can demonstrate kindness, inclusive practices and experience of supporting learners with a wide range of needs and abilities.

About You:

Successful applicants will have:

(or be working towards) a full teaching qualification and a degree in a creative subject

a wealth of demonstrable experience of excellent teaching in an FE context, developing and delivering creative learning for diverse learners

demonstrable skills and/or evidence of teaching game arts and/or graphic design including relevant software

strong abilities in time management with a highly organised and efficient approach, proficient in clear communication

motivation to support the development of young people in a creative setting and passionate about the value of the arts

About The Role:

Successful candidate will:

Be an active member of the teaching team in all aspects of course delivery, including recruitment, progression, assessment and tutorial guidance, as directed by your line manager.

Develop and deliver outstanding arts teaching that promotes deep learning and student progression.

Ensure that course delivery engenders a learning environment where a diversity of ideas and contributions are welcomed.

Contribute to student experience, wellbeing, recruitment, and progression as part of the Pre-Degree team.

Take responsibility for students' academic and pastoral support within the subject area.

In return you’ll receive:

Holiday: FTE 35 days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, and discretionary efficiency closure days

Pension:
Enrolment onto a generous Teachers Pension scheme (subject to scheme eligibility) with Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs)

Enhanced family leave: including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay and paid carer’s leave

Access to the UK’s Leading Employee Assistance Programme including

In person or virtual counselling - enhanced to 10+ sessions

Life & Leadership Coaching

Legal Advice

Financial Coaching

Dedicated Quiet Spaces for reflection, prayer, or quiet contemplation

Flexible Working

Discounts:
Additional benefits such as

Cycle to work scheme,

Discounted bus tickets

Education sector retail offers

Local gym discounts

Staff discount site with savings of up to 10% on the high street

Interviews are expected to take place on the 13th November 2026.

If you are interested in the role and would like to find out more, please feel free to contact-Jake Howell, Subject Leader - Graphics, Illustration and Game Arts on

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