Lecturer/Senior Lecturer: Textile Design (maternity fixed term)

This post will contribute to the future direction and curriculum of BA (Hons) Textile Design and will have a role in developing and delivering innovative teaching. The role involves working closely with the Course Leader and Programme Director to strengthen the collaborative links with other courses and with industry.

The successful candidate will have a broad knowledge of the practice and theory of textiles with specific skills and industry experience in one or more of the following: embroidery & embellishment, weave or print. Ideally, they will have experience of supporting research and academic writing at Higher Education level.

You will be an advocate for responsible and inclusive practices with an ability to foster a climate of success through debate and co-creation of learning. You will be a champion for promoting diversity and equality across industry and academia. You will have the ability to be an engaging, supportive and inclusive teacher who can deliver innovative and engaging on-campus and digital teaching sessions. You will be a strong team player able to demonstrate excellent skills in team-working, organisation and management.

We welcome applications from those currently working in education as well as industry-based professionals whom we can support in the development of their academic career.

Fixed-term

This position is fixed-term, and the duration of your employment will be subject to the return of the post holder on maternity leave, which is currently anticipated to be in March 2026

Full-time

35 hours per week for 52 weeks per year

Salary:

Lecturer:

£37,999 to £45,163 per annum, increasing to between £38,249 and £45,413 per annum from 1st March 2025

Senior Lecturer:

£46,485 to £55,295 per annum, increasing to between £46,735 and £55,755 per annum from 1st March 2025