Hourly Paid Lecturer in Photography

Bridgend College; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridgend College seeks an enthusiastic Lecturer in Photography to join the Creative Arts department. You will plan, prepare, and deliver practical and theoretical lessons across FE programmes, specialising in photography techniques from digital workflows to traditional darkroom processes.

The role requires a degree-level qualification in Photography or related field, and a recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to achieve one). A DBS check and Welsh language willingness are noted.

Qualifications

• A degree in Photography or related field is essential.
• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent) or willingness to obtain one.
• Proven ability to plan, deliver and assess practical and theoretical photography sessions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality photography lessons across FE programmes.
• Assess student work and provide constructive feedback aligned with industry standards.
• Incorporate digital workflows and studio lighting into teaching practice.

Skills

Teaching

Digital workflows

Studio lighting

Education

Degree in Photography or related field

PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Studio lighting equipment

Job description

Our recruitment pages are available in Welsh by clicking on the Welsh button and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. It would be really helpful if you could indicate if you would prefer correspondence from the HR team in the medium of Welsh or English, by completing the language correspondence question on the declaration page when applying for a role with the College.

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Job search

Our recruitment pages are available in Welsh by clicking on the Welsh button and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. It would be really helpful if you could indicate if you would prefer correspondence from the HR team in the medium of Welsh or English, by completing the language correspondence question on the declaration page when applying for a role with the College.

If you experience any difficulties logging in to your recruitment account when applying for a role, please click on the forgotten password link where you will be asked to enter your first and last name, your username and also the email address that you registered with. The system will email you a link that will allow you to reset your password, or email the team at [e-mail].

Please enter your search criteria below and select Search. To search for more than one item in a list, select the multiple criteria required using the keyboard keys 'Ctrl' or 'Shift'.

If you don't see any vacancies that best fit what you are currently looking for then do not forget you can sign up for Email Alerts to receive details on any future opportunities. Either way, thank you for your interest in Bridgend College.

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Hourly Paid Lecturer in Photography

location_on Bridgend 18/10/2026

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Job details

Salary Unqualified: £26,386 - £31,139 per annum (pro rata, hourly paid)
Qualified: £33,596 - £51,932 per annum (pro rata, hourly paid)

Contractual hours 0 Basis Casual Date posted 05/10/2026 Job reference REQ01243

Job description

Hourly Paid Lecturer in Photography

Please note, this an hourly paid contract which means that specific days and hours cannot be guaranteed - they are offered on a casual, ad hoc basis to fit the needs of the service and so may vary.

Unqualified: £26,386 - £31,139 per annum (pro rata, hourly paid) Qualified: £33,596 - £51,932 per annum (pro rata, hourly paid)

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Lecturer in Photography to join the creative arts department at Bridgend College. This role involves planning, preparing, and delivering high-quality practical and theoretical lessons across a range of our FE programmes.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching all facets of photography, encompassing expertise in digital workflows (Adobe Creative Suite, digital capture), traditional analogue darkroom processes, and professional studio lighting and practice.

You'll be tasked with assessing student work, providing constructive feedback, and ensuring all curriculum content is relevant and aligned with current industry standards.

To excel in this role, you must possess a degree-level qualification in Photography or a related field, alongside significant, proven industry experience. You will need a recognised teaching qualification, such as a PGCE or equivalent or be willing to achieve one. We are looking for someone who can not only manage technical instruction but also motivate and inspire diverse groups of students, fostering a creative and inclusive learning environment.

For further information, please view the job information pack .

Bridgend College recognises its responsibility to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students. We apply a rigorous process of checking the suitability of staff and volunteers to work with children and vulnerable adults. The above post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure for child and adult workforce and registration as a FE Teacher with the Education Workforce Council.

Bridgend College understands the value of providing services in Welsh and the need to grow its bilingual workforce. We therefore encourage applications from candidates who are able to demonstrate good Welsh language skills. Please specify in your personal statement whether you would prefer to have your assessment/interview conducted in Welsh.

We are actively seeking to improve representation from all sections of the community and promoting equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from everyone, including people from different backgrounds and communities, and of different ages.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and we guarantee to interview anyone with a disability if their application meets the essential criteria for the post, and consider them on their abilities. We can also offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.

The College does not participate in the UK Visa Sponsorship Scheme therefore, candidates will have to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK if offered a role with us.

Please note there may be a requirement for a second stage interview or assessment.

If you are a people-centered, inspirational team player with a passion for innovation, and you are ready to make a difference and transform lives, we would love to hear from you.