Programme Lead: Decorative Metiers in Watchmaking

The King's Foundation

Dumfries House Mains

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

The King’s Foundation seeks an experienced Programme Manager to lead Decoratieve Metiers d’Art in Watchmaking, a fully funded, postgraduate-level training developed with Cartier. Based at Dumfries House, the role focuses on delivering an industry-led curriculum, leading workshops, and mentoring a cohort of 6 learners to develop high-level technical skills.

You will coordinate content, engage with guest tutors and industry partners, and ensure the programme remains innovative and impactful while

Qualifications

  • Degree-level qualification in jewellery design / manufacturing / silversmithing / applied arts, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Proven project management skills with experience overseeing educational or apprenticeship programmes.
  • Strong knowledge of jewellery and watch sectors, with enamel techniques understanding.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality technical tuition in decorative watchmaking with enamel work.
  • Lead on recruitment, pastoral care and post-course progression processes.
  • Plan and deliver timetabled workshops, studio activities and exhibitions.
  • Ensure activity aligns with The King’s Foundation ethos of craftsmanship and excellence.
  • Travel within the UK as required.

Skills

Programme management
Jewellery design
Enamelling techniques
Workshop delivery
Mentoring

Education

Bachelor-level/jewellery related degree

Job description

The King’s Foundation seeks an experienced Programme Manager to lead Decoratieve Metiers d’Art in Watchmaking, a fully funded, postgraduate-level training developed with Cartier. Based at Dumfries House, the role focuses on delivering an industry-led curriculum, leading workshops, and mentoring a cohort of 6 learners to develop high-level technical skills.

You will coordinate content, engage with guest tutors and industry partners, and ensure the programme remains innovative and impactful while

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