Lecturer – Art & Design 0.5 FTE

About the role

Chelsea Centre for Creative Industries has an amazing opportunity for an Art & Design lecturer on the UAL Level 3 / 4 Foundation in Art & Design, passionate about supporting and challenging students to realise their full potential.  

The successful applicant will contribute to the effective delivery of the Art and Design study programmes across various levels, providing academic leadership for students and co-developing curriculum that is engaging, relevant and in line with local and national priorities.  

As a Lecturer in Art and Design, you will develop and maintain up to date industry knowledge, bringing in industry professionals, where possible, that are relevant to the curriculum and the employability and skills needs of students. You will support and motivate learners to meet their individual aspiration and goals and will coordinate the tracking of learners' achievements. In your role you will assist in leading of Foundation study programme to attain outstanding achievement and student retention and progression. 

You will have a relevant undergraduate degree and teaching qualification and have confidence of teaching in further education including 16-19 study programmes. You will have the ability to deliver a high-quality learner experience and contemporary industry relevant practice. You will be excited by the opportunity to collaborate with our creative learning community and to be a part of an exciting future for the centre. 

About Morley College

Established in 1889, and with our roots stretching back even further, Morley College London is one of the country's oldest and largest specialist providers of adult education. We provide long-term, sustainable and affordable programmes of lifelong learning across three centres – North Kensington, Chelsea and Waterloo – including 16-19 provision at North Kensington and Chelsea.

As one of only nine Specialist Designated Institutions (SDIs) in the UK, we serve more than 17,000 students through a coherent, student-centred course offer, underpinned by our mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities through education in Arts, Culture and Applied Sciences. Whether studying for personal development and well-being, to gain essential skills (English, Maths, IT), to access higher education, or for career development or change, our vision is for ambitions to be inspired and achieved through learning.

Morley College London aims to have a workforce that is as reflective of the diverse population that it serves. The College particularly encourages applications from ethnic minorities and disabled people who are currently under-represented within the College at this level.

As well as joining a creative, innovative leading London College focused on social justice and providing excellent teaching and learning opportunities for all, there are plenty of other rewards for working at Morley College London:

• Generous annual leave allowance (38 days) plus Bank Holidays
• Christmas closure period
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Access to an employee retail savings platform, offering significant discounts at most major retailers
• 100% discount on the cost of undertaking a Morley course of your choice
• Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme
• On site cafeterias
• A busy events calendar, offering you the chance to attend regular Morley creative exhibitions, student awards, dances, concerts and more
• A lovely work environment, surrounded by creative arts, music and friendly, helpful colleagues

Important information 

Morley College London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times. As such we undertake safeguarding checks on the suitability of all prospective staff, including their online presence and social media accounts. It is a requirement that all successful candidates disclose all social media platform accounts that they hold.

Morley College London is an Equal Opportunities employer. The College aims to reflect the diverse community it serves and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.