Lecturer in Art and Design

Application Deadline: 31 August 2025Department: ART - ARTLocation: Bath, EnglandCompensation: £30,654 - £38,110 / yearDescriptionPermanent contract, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per yearYou will join the Art and Design team in the delivery of Level 1, 2 and 3 against the UAL framework. This will include areas that will be focused on Fashion and Textiles, photography, Art and Design and Graphic Design and the use of digital equipment and software being prominent within the teaching demand. Bath College is an inclusive education and training community, providing learning for people with a wide range of abilities from a far-reaching area, from entry level to Level 5 programmes.

We are committed to meeting the needs of all our students. This is a very exciting time to join the College. If you feel you can make a positive contribution, please complete the application form, making sure you detailing how your qualifications, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role. The job posting can close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Key ResponsibilitiesTo deliver departmental requirements of core modules in line with the UAL specification. To Support the delivery across level’s 1, 2 and 3 across a range of disciplines within Art and Design against the UAL specifications.

Be ready to delivery via a blended learning approach i. e. face-to-face and online (remote delivery via Microsoft Teams)To have the skillset and experience to lead lessons using the Adobe suite, as well as creative techniques across the disciplines of fine art, fashion and textiles, graphic design and photography. Producing sequenced schemes of work, lesson plans, assessment plans, learning materials and any other related activities that impact on the effectiveness of learning ensuring Ofsted Readiness. To co-ordinate and maintain records of formative and summative assessments of students’ learning carried out by the course team.

To communicate external examination entry and timetable arrangements to the course team and students. Ensure that all students are well prepared for final major projectsTo work pro-actively to forward the success and vision of the department and the College. Please see attached for the full Job DescriptionSkills, Knowledge and ExpertiseRelevant Degree in Art and Design. A range of industry standard Art and Design qualifications and experiences. Teaching Qualification (or willingness to work towards a teaching qualification). GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English at Grade C or above.

Please see attached for the full Person SpecificationStaff BenefitsGenerous paid holiday entitlement of 40 days, exclusive of College closure days and public holidays. Pro rata for part time roles. One Selfie Day per yearContributory salary pension scheme (Teachers Pension)Continuing Professional Development for all staffLaptop Salary Sacrifice SchemeCycle to Work SchemePrivate Healthcare Scheme£500 Refer a friend and earn a rewardSubsidised cafes - at both campusesEmployee Assistance Programme – Staff have access to this programme.

It is a free and strictly confidential short-term counselling and support service (up to six meetings after an initial assessment session with a qualified counselor)The College offers an eye sight test for anyone who meets the criteria as described within the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations. Progressive family friendly policies (exceeding statutory requirements) that supports a health work/life balance, all staff are entitled to request flexible working. Discounted treatments at the Academy, Bath CampusFree parking at the Somer Valley Campus in Radstock