Job Description

Are you interested in a career in teaching Hairdressing? Are you committed to ensuring that the hair professionals of the future have access to the best possible learning experience? Are you looking for a role where you can top up your income? Then this could be the role for you.

JOB TITLE: LECTURER - HAIRDRESSING

LOCATION: WISBECH (POTENTIAL FOR SOME HOURS AT KINGS LYNN BY AGREEMENT)

HOURS: SESSIONAL/ AD HOC

SALARY: 25.69 - 32.40 PER HOUR (INCLUSIVE OF LEAVE, PLANNING AND PREPARATION ENHANCEMENT) (30,529 - 38,500 FTE)

Due to continued growth in student numbers we are expanding our Lecturing team. We offer industry standard facilities, including the use of affinage products. We offer classes and support, both with practical and theoretical elements, to learners ranging from the age of 14 right through to adult learners.


The successful postholder will hold a level 3 qualification in a related area, teaching experience is an advantage but not essential.


We pride ourselves on our approach to the work life balance of our team and actively support job share and flexible working opportunities


We pride ourselves on our approach to the work life balance of our team and actively support job share and flexible working opportunities.


Please note that your point on the salary scale will be determined based on both experience and teaching qualifications. Appointments will not normally be made at point 12 or above (35,831 FTE) without a level 5 teaching qualification and experience.


We are a successful, community-focused FE College based in the East of England. We have a thriving Hair and Beauty team and in recent years, the department has grown from strength to strength. We offer an incredible training package and a chance to work within tight knit and supportive teams.

BENEFITS

We offer an excellent package including a generous annual leave allowance of 37 days per year for curriculum staff,

plus

five College closure days,

plus

Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time), fee waivers on some College courses, a contributory pension scheme with the Teachers' Pension Scheme (current employer contribution is 23.68%), discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle to work scheme. CWA focusses on staff well-being and utilises both internal and external resources, such as a well-being committee and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as comprehensive training and development.


Job share opportunities are available for the right candidates.


To apply online or to view all our current vacancies please visit www.cwa.ac.uk.


For further information specific to the role, or to arrange a visit please contact Lisa Pepper on lisa.pepper@cwa.ac.uk


Closing date for receipt of all applications: midnight, Sunday 3 August 2025


Interviews are provisionally planned for 19 August 2025 at our Wisbech campus

Applicants are expected to ensure their applications are written in their own words.

We reserve the right to use an AI checker on any application.

Please note that all interviews are conducted face to face, we are unable to facilitate online interviews.

CWA are a Disability Confident employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria for a role. We would encourage you to disclose any disabilities and whether or not you wish to be considered under this scheme.


CWA is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check as well as a barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search.


This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply.


Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk).


CWA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient suitably qualified applications be received prior to the closing date.

No agencies please