Lecturer in Art and Design Warrington, North West England, England
Job description
Warrington & Vale Royal College is seeking to appoint a full time permanent Lecturer and Course Leader in Art and Design. We are looking to recruit a highly creative, dynamic and digitally capable individual, who will lead on the planning and delivery of general Art and Design on our 16-19 programme of study courses, whilst also delivering employer responsive programmes to meet the needs of employers and adults within the Cheshire and Warrington area as part of the college’s Advanced Creative and Digital Skills Business Centre.
We are seeking an individual with a proven track record in course leadership, and experience with intent, implementation, and impact of learning, course design and delivery. The individual will be responsible for the planning, delivery and assessment of high quality teaching and learning on Art and Design courses from level 1 to level 5, whilst also supporting the department with broader responsibilities, such as interviewing of new applicants, open evenings, parents evenings, taster events, development of live partnership opportunities with industry professionals, supporting learners with industry placement, internal and external moderation and maintenance of course/ learner records throughout the academic year.
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, which includes:
- A competitive salary
- Generous annual leave entitlement (42 days for Lecturers, plus bank holidays and Christmas closure days, pro rata for part time)
- Occupational pension scheme
- Employee benefits package
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free, on-site parking
- Full programme of training and mentoring
- Induction programme and buddy scheme
- Flexible working, where appropriate
In October 2019 the College was officially commended as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, and we celebrated some of the highest pass rates in England, ranking us in the top 10 nationally for the third consecutive year. Our mission is ‘Realising potential, transforming lives’. Our environment is inclusive, friendly and supportive, with high expectations for both staff and students. To thrive in our environment, you will need to be resilient, positive, able to work autonomously, have a strong work ethic, and put our learners at the heart of everything you do.
The college is proud to hold the Gold accreditation in the Investors in People framework. We have been assessed against the criteria of Leading, Supporting and Improving, and the Gold award means that the college has the right principles in place, and our people and leaders demonstrate a commitment to best practice, people management and personal development.
Sustainability is a key priority for Warrington & Vale Royal College, and we are committed to raising awareness, and the implementation of sustainable practices in all aspects of college life. Sustainability principles are embedded across the college, and our sustainability action plan and committee are led by senior leaders to ensure that this remains a key focus.
Suitable candidates should have a degree in a related creative or digital subject, and ideally a teaching qualification. A Master’s degree in a creative subject would be advantageous but is not essential.
A strong knowledge of both traditional and contemporary approaches to creative practice is important within the role. Traditional skills and knowledge will include drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, textiles, photography and contextual studies. Contemporary approaches will include the use of digital innovation to solve complex problems and enhance creative collaboration between departments. You will have strong skills across the Adobe suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign and the ability and passion to deliver digital based outcomes across a range of Art and Design programmes.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and a Prohibition check.
Please note that it is college policy that referees of short-listed candidates will automatically be approached prior to interview. One reference should be from your current or most recent employer. In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance online searches will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates.
The College operates on 2 campuses – Warrington and Winsford, although this post holder will be based predominantly at the Warrington campus.
Please note, our Lecturer main and upper pay scale is £24,913 to £38,732, with further incremental points for subject leader/additional responsibility.
Lecturer Job DescriptionWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you are interested in this post please submit your application as soon as possible.
