Lecturer - Group Lead: Level 3 Visual Communications & Styling, Education for Industry Group

Guardian Jobs; London; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in London seeks a passionate Lecturer to lead the Visual Communications and Styling course. The role involves delivering innovative teaching and inspiring students to achieve exceptional outcomes. Candidates should have strong industry experience and excellent communication skills. Flexible contract options are available, with a commitment to professional development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Funded professional qualifications

Generous and flexible leave options

Market-leading family-friendly pay

Monthly wellbeing allowance

Qualifications

• Strong industry experience in Visual Communications and Styling.
• Teaching experience in an educational setting (ideally Post-16).
• Outstanding current knowledge of Visual Communications and Styling.

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative teaching combining practical learning with key theories.
• Lead and inspire students on the Visual Communications and Styling course.
• Develop high standards and support students on their educational journey.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Creativity

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Lecturer - Group Lead: Level 3 Visual Communications and Styling
Fashion Retail Academy (part of Education for Industry Group)
Permanent
Part-Time of Full-Time Contracts Available:
Part-Time: 19.5 hours (0.525 FTE - 2.525 days per week. 2 days on-site and one-half remote admin day)
Full-Time: 39 hours (1.05 FTE – 5 days per week. 4 days on-site and 1 day remote admin day)
Teaching Days: To be confirmed
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 Visual Communications and Styling course at the Fashion Retail Academy!

We’re seeking passionate and experienced professionals with expertise in Visual Communications and Styling 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 Visual Communications and Styling or teaching experience in an educational setting (ideally Post-16).
• Expertise: Outstanding current knowledge of Visual Communications and Styling 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:

Part-Time FTE 0.525 - From £17,010 to £18,900 per annum
Full-Time FTE 1.05 – 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 ourEFI Application Formhere.

Closing Date:

8am on Tuesday 13 May 2025.

Interviews/Recruitment Day:

19 – 21 May - Interviews to be held 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 [e-mail] 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.