Lecturer - Fashion & Textiles - Maternity Cover

Bedford College Group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bedford is seeking a Lecturer in Fashion & Textiles for maternity cover. You will deliver high-quality lessons, develop innovative curriculum materials, and provide student support. The ideal candidate has a degree in Fashion & Textiles, recent teaching experience, and strong knowledge of sewing techniques. This role is part-time, fixed-term until February 2027, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Teacher's pension

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent teaching experience in Fashion & Textiles.
• Familiarity with UAL curriculum.
• Strong understanding of current industry developments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons across a range of programmes.
• Research and implement innovative learning materials.
• Monitor learner progress and provide tutorials.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Student Support

Sewing Techniques

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Fashion & Textiles

GCSE English & Maths (A-C)

Certificate in Education or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Role: Lecturer - Fashion & Textiles - Maternity Cover

Location: Bedford College - Cauldwell Street Campus

Hours/Weeks: 14.8 hours per week

Contract Type: Fixed Term - Part Time - Fixed until 19 February 2027

Salary/Benefits: Salary between £33,048 and £38,169 per annum (Pro-Rata) DOE and Qualifications; 45 days annual leave (Pro-Rata) plus Bank holidays; Teacher's pension; Retail and Leisure Discounts; excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses. Note: Salary and Annual Leave entitlement is for that of a Qualified Lecturer.

Right to Work: UK based contract; you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship; any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

About the role

We are seeking a Lecturer in Fashion & Textiles to join our Creative Arts department at The Bedford College Group as Maternity Cover.

Responsibilities

• Teaching & Assessment - Deliver high-quality lessons across a range of programmes, prepare schemes of work, assess student work, and ensure compliance with awarding body standards (UAL).
• Curriculum Development - Research and implement innovative learning materials, contribute to new course development, and create engaging, inclusive learning environments.
• Student Support & Progress - Monitor learner progress, provide tutorials, maintain accurate records, and implement interventions to help students achieve their potential.
• Quality & Compliance - Participate in internal quality assurance, uphold safeguarding, equality, diversity, and health & safety requirements, and complete administrative tasks to deadlines.
• College Engagement - Promote programmes through marketing activities, attend open days and events, liaise with employers for vocational opportunities, and engage in CPD to maintain subject expertise.

About you

• Qualifications - Degree or equivalent in Fashion & Textiles; GCSE English & Maths (A-C); Certificate in Education or equivalent.
• Experience & Knowledge - Recent teaching experience in Fashion & Textiles; familiarity with UAL curriculum; strong understanding of current industry developments and diverse learner needs.
• Technical Expertise - Ability to deliver sewing techniques (appliqué, patchwork, quilting), basic pattern cutting, and textile processes (weaving, batik, tie-dye, lino printing, embroidery).
• Skills & Professional Standards - Strong organisational and interpersonal skills; ability to design schemes of work, manage deadlines, and maintain high-quality learning environments; commitment to safeguarding and college values.
• Flexibility & Development - Willingness to update skills, work across sites, and engage in CPD; ability to promote the college's reputation and create an inclusive, supportive environment for learners.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews

Interviews to be held: 07 January 2026.

Safeguarding

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

Additional notes

We reserve the right to close the advert early if there is sufficient interest. AoC Jobs information and contact: [e-mail].