Fine Art Lecturer

MidKent College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

MidKent College is seeking Art and Design lecturers for their Medway Campus. The role involves teaching across various UAL qualifications, focusing on inspiring students through high-quality creative study programmes. Candidates should possess industry experience or a relevant degree and be passionate about teaching. Responsibilities include delivering lessons, managing course activities, and supporting student progress. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a college rated 'Good' by Ofsted and contribute to a vibrant learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Fine Art and ability to teach various UAL qualifications.
• Passionate about developing students’ English, Maths, and employability skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and prepare teaching materials.
• Manage day-to-day course activities and support student recruitment.
• Monitor attendance and results, implementing action plans.

Skills

Teaching

Creative Design

Student Engagement

Education

Degree in Fine Art

Job description

Description

Due to growth in applications at MidKent College Medway Campus and Medway School of Arts in The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, we are looking to recruit several Art and Design lecturers to teach across a range of courses from L1 to L5 on Foundation Degree / HND Programmes. We require a diverse range of skills to facilitate our growing number of courses in fine art, fashion design, graphics, and digital media.

We are seeking a candidate from a Fine Art background with the ability to design, deliver, and assess high-quality creative study programmes across various UAL qualifications, including Level 1 Diploma in Art, Design and Media; Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design; and Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication. The focus should be on art and design applications such as drawing, painting, printmaking, 3D, and photography. The candidate should be eager to inspire and motivate students through outstanding teaching strategies that challenge and encourage excellence.

Candidates should possess industry experience or a degree in their subject area and be passionate about teaching. An enthusiasm for developing and promoting students’ English, Maths, and employability skills within the subject area is essential. The role also requires the ability to set targets and monitor students' progress to ensure successful outcomes.

Main Responsibilities and Duties

The following outlines the main priorities as directed by the Deputy Principal, Assistant Principal, Executive Director, or Director of Service, and is not an exhaustive list:

• Deliver high-quality teaching according to College standards, prepare teaching materials, schemes of work, and lesson plans, develop curricula, undertake quality assurance, assess student work, monitor progress, and report on student outcomes, including maintaining statutory safeguarding, equal opportunities, and health and safety standards.
• Manage day-to-day course activities, including communication, problem-solving, timetable management, arranging cover, coordinating work experience and enrichment activities, liaising with departments, and ensuring compliance and consistency across sites.
• Assist with recruitment, manage enrolments, and facilitate induction programmes for students.
• Conduct regular meetings with students, set and review SMART targets, support UCAS applications, and address pastoral needs, liaising with college services as needed.
• Monitor attendance and results, report on performance, and implement action plans to improve retention and achievement.
• Support English and Maths provision, including monitoring attendance and progress.
• Participate in meetings, parent evenings, marketing events, and college committees, and coordinate parent consultations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop courses and training materials, attend CPD events, and participate in peer observations and mentoring.
• Contribute to departmental administration, including record-keeping, reporting, and updating the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
• Engage in quality assurance activities such as verification, moderation, and course reviews.

Lecturers on SPS points 5–8 will additionally undertake internal verification, coordinate action plans, support curriculum development, monitor UCAS references, and liaise with higher education institutions.

Application Requirements

Applicants must complete the application form fully, providing employment history from the end of full-time education, explanations for gaps, and details of relevant education and qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Benefits

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A Good Local College for Maidstone and Medway

Every year, over 6000 students choose MidKent College for their studies. Our campuses in Maidstone and Medway feature top vocational facilities, social zones, and higher education centres, including the new Medway School of Arts in Chatham's Historic Dockyard, opened in September 2024. We are committed to providing excellent learning environments and high-quality training and apprenticeships.

In October 2024, Ofsted rated the College as 'Good'.

Commitment to Safeguarding

We are dedicated to safeguarding students and staff. All staff undergo background checks, including enhanced DBS checks, and applicants must demonstrate their safeguarding commitment in their application. The College complies with DBS guidelines and the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and it is an offence to apply if barred from working with vulnerable groups. Disclosure details must be provided if offered the role.

Commitment to Equal Opportunities

The College is committed to diversity and equal opportunities, guaranteeing interviews to all disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria. We welcome flexible working and those returning from career breaks.