Cover Tutor (Fashion Design, Retail, and Visual Communications)

Education for Industry Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is looking for a Cover Tutor specializing in Fashion Design, Retail, and Visual Communications. This role involves delivering cover sessions and facilitating learning for students. Ideal candidates will have a degree in fashion or business, experience in educational settings, and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive pay and various professional development opportunities, including a Wellbeing Allowance. Apply by 8am on January 13, 2026.

Benefits

Funded Professional Qualifications

Generous and Flexible Leave Options

Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay

Monthly Wellbeing Allowance

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a teaching assistant, cover tutor, or similar role.
• Relevant vocational or professional experience in education, fashion, business retail, or fashion design.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality cover sessions and facilitate learning.
• Support classes when not covering.

Skills

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage student behaviour

Interest in supporting young people's education

Education

Fashion or business-related degree or equivalent

Job description

Cover Tutor (Fashion Design, Retail, and Visual Communications)

Education for Industry Group

39 hours per week, Term-Time Only

Permanent

Location: FRA Academy: Electra House - London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE

About EFI Group

EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry-led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence.

About the Role

Inspire, Support, and Shape the Future of Fashion – Join the FRA as a Cover Tutor! We're seeking a passionate Cover Tutor to support students studying Fashion Design, Fashion Retail, and Visual Communications qualifications. In this dynamic role, you'll deliver high-quality cover sessions, facilitate learning, and support classes when not covering.

About You

• Qualifications: A fashion or business-related degree or equivalent is beneficial but not essential
• Experience: Previous experience as a teaching assistant, cover tutor, or similar role, along with relevant vocational or professional experience in education, fashion, business retail, or fashion design
• Expertise: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage student behaviour and engage effectively
• Passion: You'll be a collaborative team player with a genuine interest in supporting young people's education

If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further.

Why The EFI?

• Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance and annual CPD.
• Generous and Flexible Leave Options: Including an around-the-world trip after five years of service.
• Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
• Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme.

Salary

£31,600.00 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience

How to Apply / Next Steps

Click 'Apply for this job' to submit your application.

Closing Date

8am on Tuesday 13 January 2026.

Interviews / Recruitment Day

Interview date TBC, in-person at FRA Academy: Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE or LCBT Academy: 3-5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX

More Information / Contact us

For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI and FRA websites and refer to the job description.

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For further information, please contact us.

The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.