Variable Lecturer - Textiles (ACL)

LSEC; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in London seeks dynamic and creative tutors for its Textiles courses. The role involves delivering engaging lessons in various textile techniques, developing lesson plans, and fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess a qualification in Textiles and a Level 5 teaching qualification, alongside teaching experience with adult learners.

Benefits

Excellent pension schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Gym access and discounts

Qualifications

• Possess a qualification in Textiles or a related subject from an accredited college or university.
• Hold a Level 5 teaching qualification (e.g. DTLLS or equivalent).
• Have at least one year of teaching experience, ideally with adult or community learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver well-planned and engaging lessons in a range of textile techniques.
• Develop and maintain Schemes of Work, Learner Journeys, and Lesson Plans.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment.

Skills

Teaching textiles techniques

Creative upcycling

Health and safety knowledge

Feedback provision

Education

Qualification in Textiles or related subject

Level 5 teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

About the role: We don’t have a fixed closing date; the role will close when we have sufficient applicants to interview, so apply soon to not miss out. Interested in teaching in FE but new to the sector? Check out this webpage to find out more about what it takes and the support on offer.

Adult Community Learning at LSEC is committed to promoting creativity, wellbeing, and lifelong learning through its community general interest programmes. Our Textiles courses are popular and growing in demand, and we are seeking dynamic, inspiring, and creative tutors to join our team. Courses are delivered at our Greenwich Park Skills Centre and may include sewing, embroidery, fashion upcycling, quilting, and other textile-based crafts. Our learners are adults of mixed abilities and backgrounds, and classes may also include parent-and-child sessions.

Responsibilities

1. Deliver well-planned and engaging lessons in a range of textile techniques, including machine and hand sewing, pattern cutting, embroidery, and creative upcycling.
2. Develop and maintain Schemes of Work, Learner Journeys, and Lesson Plans aligned with the course themes and learner outcomes.
3. Promote a safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment that supports creativity and learner progress.
4. Ensure health and safety procedures and risk assessments for the classroom and all activities are in place and reviewed regularly.
5. Provide training and guidance to learners on the safe use of sewing machines, irons, cutting tools, and other equipment.
6. Manage and maintain classroom resources, including fabrics, threads, and consumables, ensuring sufficient stock levels.
7. Support learners in developing individual projects and documenting their progress through Individual Learning Plans
8. Encourage learners to reflect on their learning and showcase their work through exhibitions, fairs, or displays.
9. Provide constructive feedback to learners to support skill development and personal growth.
10. Identify and advise learners on progression opportunities, including higher-level courses, qualifications, or community projects.
11. Ensure the consistent application of college policies and processes, including attendance, safeguarding, equality, and inclusion.
12. Participate in planned CPD activities and maintain professional development in your specialist area.
13. Contribute to the promotion of the textiles provision within the community and support recruitment and enrolment activities.
14. Participates in learner exhibitions, fairs and displays to showcase and celebrate learner work.
15. To encourage and plan progression for learners and to give subject advice on next steps.
16. To be consistent in application of policies and processes in place within provision and to ensure learners are clear on expectations in relation to attendance requirements.
17. To participate in planned CPD activity and maintain CPD in own area of expertise.
18. To attend and complete mandatory and regulatory training: Safeguarding, Prevent, KCSIE, Health Safety, GDPR and other relevant training.
19. To attend regular team meetings, to keep up to date with college and team communications via email, to meet with line manager for reviews.

Key Qualifications

• Possess a qualification in Textiles or a related subject from an accredited college or university.
• Hold a Level 5 teaching qualification (e.g. DTLLS or equivalent).
• Hold a current exhibition record or have demonstrated experience showcasing textile or craft work (desirable).
• Have at least one year of teaching experience, ideally with adult or community learners.
• Ability to teach a wide range of textile techniques to learners of mixed ages and abilities.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices within a creative workshop environment.

About Us

The College London South East Colleges (LSEC) is a leading further and higher education provider, with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, and Lambeth and c1000 staff. The College delivers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships and degree programmes to over 13,000 students, designed to meet employer and industry needs.

Committed to transforming lives through the power of learning, the College plays a vital role in promoting social mobility, creating opportunities for learners of all backgrounds to achieve their potential. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships with employers and universities, the college equips students with the skills, confidence and opportunities needed for success in their careers and their lives.

As part of London & South East Education Group, the College is also the sponsor of London South East Academies Trust. This growing and successful Multi-Academy Trust currently has a network of 13 mainstream, special and alternative provision schools across Bromley, Bexley, Surrey and Lambeth.

The Group has also recently launched a charity – the LASER Education Foundation. This organisation supports disadvantaged children and their families across the region, through a wide range of programmes and initiatives.

With a combined turnover of circa £100m, the Group has ambitious growth plans. There has never been a better time to join this exciting organisation – and really make a difference to people’s lives.

Benefits

Excellent pension schemes are offered, including employer contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Other benefits include:

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work/bike loan scheme
• Annual season ticket loan
• Access to the "Discounts for Teachers" portal
• Free Wifi access in over 10,000 locations worldwide Eduroam
• Access to our onsite gym at Bromley, discounts in our in-house restaurants and on our hair and beauty treatments

Equal Opportunities

London South East Colleges is fully-committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer, and creating a diverse and inclusive workspace, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion/belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status and/or marital/partnership status.

As a Disability Confident-Committed employer, we will offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum job role criteria.

If you have accessibility needs and/or require any adjustments for the application and interview process, please email us at [e-mail]

In line with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education) guidance we conduct social media checks for all candidates who are shortlisted for roles in order to ascertain their suitability to work with children and young adults. We also conduct DBS checks as part of our safeguarding procedures. All staff are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and, where applicable, a Children’s Barred List check. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The College’s DBS policy is available upon request.