Lecturer: Fashion Retail

FASHION RETAIL ACADEMY; London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution specializing in fashion training in London is seeking a Lecturer - Group Lead for their Level 3 Fashion Retail course. The ideal candidate will have strong industry experience in fashion retail and be passionate about teaching and inspiring students. This full-time position offers a salary between £34,020 and £37,800 per annum, alongside generous benefits including funded professional qualifications and monthly wellbeing allowances.

Benefits

Funded professional qualifications

Generous leave options

Market-leading family-friendly pay

Monthly wellbeing allowance

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification ideal but not essential.
• Experience in Fashion Retail or teaching ideally Post-16.
• Creative and driven with passion for teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative teaching in Fashion Retail.
• Lead and inspire students on the Level 3 Fashion Retail course.
• Develop high standards and support students on their educational journey.

Skills

Teaching qualification or willingness to pursue one

Strong industry experience in Fashion Retail

Outstanding current knowledge of Fashion Retail

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

Lecturer - Group Lead: Level 3 Fashion Retail

Fashion Retail Academy (part of Education for Industry Group)

Permanent

Full-Time: 39 hours, Monday - Friday (1.05 FTE - 5 days per week. 4 days teaching and 1-day admin day)

Electra House, London - Moorgate, EC2M 6SE

About the role

Ready to make an impact or looking for a meaningful career change? Lead and inspire students on our dynamic Level 3 Fashion Retail course at the Fashion Retail Academy!

We're seeking passionate and experienced professionals with expertise in Fashion Retail to inspire and shape the next generation of industry talent.

As Group Lead, you'll deliver innovative teaching, combining practical learning with key theories to drive exceptional student outcomes. You'll lead by example, developing high standards, challenging and supporting our students on their educational journey.

About you:

• Qualifications: Teaching qualification or willingness to pursue one upon appointment (ideal but not essential).
• Experience: Strong industry experience in Fashion Retail or teaching experience in an educational setting (ideally Post-16).
• Expertise: Outstanding current knowledge of Fashion Retail and the Fashion Retail landscape.
• Passion: Creative, enthusiastic, and driven, with excellent communication, and interpersonal skills, dedicated to commencing a career in teaching.

If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further.

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 including teacher training, personal growth allowance and annual CPD.
• Generous and flexible leave options, including an around-the-world trip after five years of service
• Market-leading family-friendly pay, including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Monthly wellbeing allowance and financial loan options to support your financial health.

Salary:

From £34,020 to £37,800 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience

How to apply/Next Steps:

Create an account via our website, click 'Start Application', and submit your completed application form. Please note as we are an education provider, CVs are not accepted. You can find our EFI Application Form here.

Closing Date:

8am on Tuesday 26 August 2025.

Interviews/Recruitment Day:

w/c 1 September in-person at Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE.

More Information/Contact us:

For more information about the FRA, visit our website and refer to the job description.

Please contact for further information.

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.