Floristry Tutor | Flexible Hours & PD

The Methodist Church in Britain; Kingswood; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site gyms

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Professional development and CPD

Job summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a floristry lecturer to plan, deliver and assess practical floristry sessions across college sites. You will teach hand-tied bouquets, seasonal displays and wedding designs, while preparing lessons and resources for short courses.

The role requires Level 3+ floristry or significant industry experience and strong communication, safety and inclusive teaching skills.

Qualifications

• Level 3+ in floristry, floral design, horticulture or related subject, and/or significant industry experience.
• Experience creating floral arrangements, hand-tied bouquets, wedding flowers or other decorative designs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess floristry sessions across college sites.
• Teach practical skills including hand-tied bouquets, arrangements, table centrepieces, seasonal displays and decorative designs.
• Introduce learners to floral design techniques, flower varieties, foliage, materials and tools.
• Prepare lesson plans, demonstrations and resources for short courses.
• Demonstrate the safe and effective use of tools, equipment and materials.
• Teach colour theory, composition, balance, texture and the principles of floral design.
• Encourage creativity, experimentation and individual design styles.
• Monitor learner progress and give constructive feedback.
• Adapt teaching to workshop facilities, resources and learner needs.
• Create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for learners of all abilities.
• Promote sustainable practice, including material selection, flower care and waste reduction.
• Maintain health and safety, safeguarding and professional standards, and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Floral design

Flower care

Teaching ability

Colour theory

Safety awareness

Education

Level 3+ floristry

Job description

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a floristry lecturer to plan, deliver and assess practical floristry sessions across college sites. You will teach hand-tied bouquets, seasonal displays and wedding designs, while preparing lessons and resources for short courses.

The role requires Level 3+ floristry or significant industry experience and strong communication, safety and inclusive teaching skills.