Lecturer (Teaching) In Fashion, Fashion Brand and Communications

CU London; Coventry; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CU London seeks a dynamic Lecturer (Teaching) in Fashion with an innovative approach to education. The role involves teaching critical design skills and utilizing digital tools within the Fashion department, aiming to enhance student achievement and industry relevance. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree and experience within the fashion sector.

Benefits

Excellent Employers Pension Contribution

30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Holiday Purchase Scheme for up to 5 additional days

Life Assurance (4x Salary)

BUPA Cash Plan

50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants

CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across various retailers

Cycle To Work scheme

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant subject or equivalent professional qualification.
• A teaching qualification or acceptance to acquire one.
• Experience in fashion design, marketing, or communication.

Responsibilities

• Teach key design development and product realization techniques.
• Engage with physical and online teaching methods.
• Enhance student satisfaction and achievement.

Skills

Digital fluency

Innovative teaching approaches

Industry awareness

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree

PhD (advantageous)

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

AR, VR, AI technologies

Job description

Job Title

Lecturer (Teaching) In Fashion, Fashion Brand and Communications

Job Reference

2866

Application Closing Date

03/08/2025

Division, Department

PeoplesFuture Limited (PFL), PFL School of Arts & Creative Industries

Salary

Competitive starting salary range from £38,781 up to £44,093 per annum (dependent upon experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered.

Mode

Permanent, Full Time

Our Mission

Peoples Future Ltd (a sister company of Coventry University) provides a sector leading, dedicated inclusive service to Coventry University Group students supporting their successful global education experience and graduate employment outcomes. Tailoring our service to each students’ individual needs and career aspirations, we are an integral part of the student journey that starts at enrolment and continues beyond graduation.

Our dedicated Lecturer team are subject specialists focused on delivering student education, which is active, social, applied, and inclusive within our vibrant and varied education environment.

The College of Arts & Society is a vibrant community of scholars, researchers, and practitioners with profile across the globe and a heritage of quality built up over 180 years. Located in the new state-of-the-art Delia Derbyshire Building, we work in a dynamic environment which embraces innovation in teaching, research and professional practice and offers exciting undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

One of four schools in the College, the School of Art & Design is home to subject disciplines including Animation, Architecture, Automotive & Transport Design, Design Management, Fashion, Fine Art, Games, Graphic Design, Illustration, Interior Architecture and Design, and Product Design.

The Role

We are looking to appoint an ambitious and enthusiastic Lecturer (Teaching) to our Fashion team.

With an enviable reputation for leading design education in this field, our Fashion programmes are distinctive for links with industry and a nineteen-year track record for producing successful graduates who have progressed to leading positions in fashion design studios all over the world.

Central to this role is teaching industry practices and imparting key design development and product realisation techniques as well as industry-specific, and transferable skills. As a Lecturer (Teaching), you will be proactive in the use of both traditional and digital tools, introducing innovative and exciting communication approaches based on a good understanding of current and emerging fashion industry practices. Experience using the Adobe Creative Suite is essential, focusing on image production and editing, and film editing. A good understanding of AR, VR, and AI technologies from a fashion perspective would be advantageous.

Candidates must have a strong and up-to-date awareness of developments within the fashion industry and be enthusiastic to work in innovative and experimental ways across our suite of fashion courses, developing directional and globally competitive portfolios of work with our students, and enhancing the visibility of the courses through promotional contributions.

Candidates must be confident to engage with physical and online teaching methods, practices, tools, and an integrated and sometimes cross-disciplinary approach to studio teaching and learning. The achievement and satisfaction of our students is our top priority; candidates must be qualified (or willing to become qualified) to teach and assess at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Qualifications Required

• Master’s degree in an appropriate subject or Honours Degree with appropriate professional qualification and/or membership
• A teaching qualification or acceptance of the requirement to acquire one if not already held
• PhD or active membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous

Our Successful Candidate

Our successful candidate will be dynamic, eager to build an academic profile in creative arts education, and experienced in the field of fashion. You will be actively engaged in fashion design, marketing, promotion, and/or communication, with a proven track record of applying specialist fashion skills within the creative sector.

Applicants should be qualified at least to Master’s level (or with equivalent professional experience) and have a good understanding of the fashion industry, innovative practice, and the role of fashion in contemporary culture and UK Higher Education. Experience of education innovation would be advantageous. You will need high digital fluency and ongoing engagement with professional, scholarly, and pedagogic development; those without a teaching qualification will be required to undertake Coventry University’s PGCHE or secure a HEA fellowship.

Within our global education context, you should bring a high level of cultural awareness, with experience of diverse learner backgrounds. Conscientiousness and agility in your teaching style are essential, along with effective communication skills across diverse audiences.

Innovation and collaboration are key; the ability to generate and implement innovative ideas, work independently, and engage flexibly within a team are crucial skills. Coventry University offers extensive development and training opportunities, with benefits including generous holiday allowances, pensions, and flexible working options.

For informal inquiries, contact Craig Ashley, Head of School, at [e-mail].

The Benefits

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Holiday Purchase Scheme for up to 5 additional days
• Life Assurance (4x Salary)
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across various retailers
• Cycle To Work scheme

Our Culture

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, harnessing the power of diverse cultures and backgrounds to create opportunities for all.

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