Creative Pattern Cutting Technician (0.4 FTE)

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Job summary

A leading art institution in Glasgow is seeking a Creative Pattern Cutting Technician to assist students in a dynamic educational setting. The role involves supporting students in workshops, ensuring safety compliance, and fostering an inclusive environment. Candidates should have a qualification in a related area and experience with pattern cutting techniques. This is a part-time position offering a competitive salary.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualification at QCF Level 5 or equivalent in a related area.
• Significant relevant work experience in the fashion industry or educational setting.
• Knowledge of traditional pattern cutting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support students in fashion workshops with technical challenges.
• Promote a welcoming and inclusive community.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Knowledge of contemporary pattern cutting

Experience with industrial sewing machines

Creative flat pattern cutting

Understanding of various fabric types

Education

QCF Level 5 qualification or equivalent

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Overlockers

Steam irons

Job description

Creative Pattern Cutting Technician (0.4 FTE)
Technical Support Department
Location: Glasgow, G3 6RQ
Grade 5, £31,637 - £36,130 per annum pro rata
14 hours (Wednesday/Thursday preferred)
Fixed Term September 2025 - End of May 2026

Are you passionate about creating original garments and supporting others in their creative journeys?

The Fashion Technical Team at the Glasgow School of Art (GSA) is seeking a Creative Pattern Cutting Technician to help students bring their ideas to life.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a creative, dynamic, and supportive educational environment where your skills and enthusiasm will be valued.

About the Role

As a Creative Pattern Cutting Technician you will:

• Support and Advise: Supervise and guide students in our fashion workshops, helping them with both creative and technical challenges.
• Foster Inclusion: Help create a welcoming, accessible, and inclusive community resource that is responsive to student needs.
• Promote Safety: Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines and best practices.
• Become part of a supportive and creative team.

About You

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Whether you’re starting your technical career or bringing experience from another field, we encourage you to apply.

You may have:

• A qualification at QCF Level 5 (or equivalent) in a related area, or
• Significant relevant work experience in the fashion industry or an educational setting
• Significant knowledge of contemporary and traditional pattern cutting, using specialist draping/bias techniques, creative flat pattern cutting, hand-crafted tailoring and three-dimensional realisation methods
• Experience in using, maintaining, and managing the safety of Fashion workshop equipment such as industrial sewing machines, overlockers, steam irons, etc.
• Be able to understand a wide range of unorthodox and student-designed woven, non-woven, knitted, printed and embellished fabrics and how best to cut for these;

You do not need previous experience working in education to apply. If you are passionate about sharing your skills and supporting others, we encourage you to apply—even if you do not meet every requirement listed.

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Benefits of working at GSA

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At GSA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive community where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. We particularly welcome applications from groups underrepresented in technical fields, including women, people with disabilities, and individuals from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds.

If you are interested in this role but are unsure whether you meet all the criteria, please get in touch or apply—we value potential and are committed to supporting your growth.

GSA is proud to be part of the Technician Commitment.

How to Apply

For informal enquiries, please contact:
Ashleigh Miller, Fashion Team Leader [e-mail]

Closing date for submission of completed applications: 23:59 (BST) Sunday 17th August 2025

Interviews and technical test are expected to be on Wednesday 10th September.

For full details and to apply online, please visit: https://gsa.engageats.co.uk/V2/Vacancy

If you don’t currently have the right to work and live in the UK, we are unable to offer sponsorship for skilled worker visa for this role as it does not meet the Home Office eligibility requirements. Details can be found on the Home Office website - https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact [e-mail]

The Glasgow School of Art is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity in work and study. We strive to create and maintain an inclusive environment where all students and employees feel safe, understood and valued. Applications are welcomed from candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, ethnic or religious background, gender identity or sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, caring responsibilities or care experience.

We recognise we do not have the diversity of staff that we want and we particularly welcome and encourage applications from candidates who identify as being from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at The Glasgow School of Art.

To view our Fair Work statement, please click here and to view our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion documents here.

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