Group Lead – Lecturer: Fashion Design

Fashion Retail Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded professional qualifications

Flexible leave options

Maternity/paternity leave

Wellbeing allowance

Employer pension 5%

Job summary

Fashion Retail Academy in London is seeking a Group Lead - Lecturer in Fashion Design to lead and teach on our Level 3 Fashion Design course. You will deliver high-quality teaching, assessment and feedback, ensuring students are challenged and prepared for the fashion industry.

We expect a candidate with strong industry knowledge, excellent communication and mentoring skills, and a willingness to pursue a teaching qualification.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or professional experience.
• Teaching qualification or willingness to pursue one upon appointment.
• Extensive industry experience in fashion.
• Ability to deliver engaging, industry-relevant learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching, assessment and feedback.
• Lead and teach on Level 3 Fashion Design module.
• Contribute to module delivery and continuous improvement.
• Support student progression and engagement.

Skills

Industry experience

Teaching potential

Education

Relevant degree

Teaching qualification ideal

Job description

Further Education

Fashion Retail Academy (part of Education for Industry Group)

Contract Details

Permanent Contract

Part-Time: 19.5 Hours, 2.525 days (0.525FTE)

Working Pattern: Teaching on Thursday and Friday each week, with one half-day administration day per week (on a day to be agreed).

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

We're looking for an enthusiastic and supportive professional to join our team as a Group Lead - Lecturer in Fashion Design to lead and teach on our Level 3 Fashion Design course.

As a Group Lead - Lecturer you will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, assessment, and feedback, ensuring students are both academically challenged and fully prepared for the fashion industry. Your work will support student progression, drive engagement, and help learners build the confidence and skills needed to succeed.

As a subject specialist, you will contribute to module delivery, model excellent teaching practice, and play an active role in a collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement.

We are looking for a multi-disciplinary professional with strong industry knowledge and a passion for education. The ideal candidate will be a confident and engaging communicator with excellent presentation skills, and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching, mentoring, and inspiring others.

We welcome applications from passionate industry professionals looking to begin or develop their teaching career, as well as experienced lecturers ready to take the next step in their professional journey.

About you

Qualifications:

Relevant degree or professional experience. Teaching qualification or willingness to pursue one upon appointment is ideal but not essential.

Experience:

You'll bring extensive industry experience in your subject area. While previous teaching experience is desirable, it's not essential and we welcome professionals looking to transition into education and share their expertise.

Expertise:

Outstanding current knowledge of subject specialism and the fashion industry and landscape.

Skills:

You will have the ability to deliver engaging, industry-relevant learning activities and assessments. You will also demonstrate excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills in a fast-paced academic environment.

Values:

A strong commitment to supporting all learners to achieve their full potential and to contributing positively to an inclusive, student-centred learning community.

Why The EFI?

We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance of £400 annually, paid for professional qualifications, LinkedIn Learning access and annual CPD.
• Generous and Flexible Leave Options: A range of enhanced leave options, including birthday and celebration leave.
• 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 of £50, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme.
• Pension: We offer a 5% employer pension contribution, supporting you in planning for your future.

Salary:

Part-Time FTE 0.525 - From £17,010 to £18,900 (pro rata £34,020 to £37,800) per annum, subject to qualifications and experience

Closing Date:

8am on Tuesday, 1 December 2026.

Interviews/Recruitment Day:

Interviews held on Friday, 11 December 2026 in-person at FRA Academy: Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE

More Information:

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

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.