Job Description

Lecturer in Craft - Postgraduate Studies

Salary:

Band 7 - 7,226 (FTE 36,130)

Hours:

7.4 hours per week (1 day per week on Wednesdays)

Contract Type:

Fixed Term - 12 month career break absence cover

Closing date:

14th November

Arts University Plymouth is seeking a dynamic and committed

Lecturer

to join our postgraduate teaching team. This role is an exciting opportunity for a creative academic professional who is passionate about innovative teaching, interdisciplinary learning, and student success.
The role is responsible for teaching MA students across multiple design and craft-focused programmes. You'll deliver subject-specific seminars and tutorials within a shared postgraduate curricular framework, supporting student-led projects and interdisciplinary learning. Were looking for a candidate with creative and professional expertise in contemporary craft and material-led practicessuch as ceramics, glass, wood, biomaterials, or other natural/synthetic materialswho can contribute to both practice and critical discourse in the field.

About You:

You will have proven experience in Higher Education teaching, in contemporary craft,, ceramics, glass, biomaterials or a related, materially-led creative practice You will hold in-depth understanding of the creative and craft industries, with the ability to apply theory to practice Youll have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and external partners You will hold a minimum of an MA level qualification. If you have experience with techniques in ceramics, hot glass, or biomaterials this would be advantageous.

About The Role:

Deliver high-quality postgraduate teaching, feedback, and assessment across subject-specific and cross-disciplinary Units/Seminars. Lead assigned Units, including planning, scheduling, delivery, and assessment, while maintaining accurate and timely reporting. Foster innovative and inclusive learning environments that promote student engagement, progression, and achievement. Support students professional development and career preparedness aligned with graduate outcomes

In return youll receive:

7 (1.0 FTE 35) days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, and relevant closure efficiency days Access to a supportive, extensive Employee Assistance Programme including 10 sessions of counselling, menopause support, Life & Leadership coaching, legal advice, and financial coaching Enrolment onto a generous Teachers Pension scheme, subject to scheme eligibility and terms Additional benefits such as a cycle to work scheme, discounted bus tickets, education sector retail offers, local gym discounts, and a staff discount site with average savings of up to 10% on the high street

For more information, including essential criteria please access the role profile using this link https://shorturl.at/elg7t. To find out more about our award-winning independent arts university, what makes us special and why Plymouth provides a spectacular backdrop for our creative community; check out our working here pages www.aup.ac.uk/working-here.

Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 28th November.

The successful candidate will be professionally active in their field and willing to contribute to our research ambitions and international profile as an innovative, sustainable and broadly inclusive arts university.

Safeguarding and Compliance

All appointments are subject to a

DBS check

, and you will be required to provide appropriate documentation as part of the onboarding process.

Right to Work

Applicants must have the legal

right to work in the UK

. We are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. Proof of Right to Work will be required before an offer of employment is made.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the

online application form

. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs in place of a completed application.

We encourage early applications, as the advert may close prior to the listed closing date due to high levels of interest. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

If you are interested in the role and would like to find out more, please feel free to contact- Becky Dodman-Wainwright, Senior Lecturer (Course Leader)-Postgraduate Studies, rdodmanwainwright@aup.ac.uk Arts University Plymouth has a strong commitment to the safeguarding & welfare of young people & vulnerable adults. A satisfactory DBS disclosure will be required from successful candidates as a condition of appointment. We celebrate equality, diversity and difference, and welcome candidates from all communities, including applications from service people and their families as part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant. In the event that the University has employees eligible for redeployment at the time of shortlisting, for example due to the end of a fixed term contract, these candidates may be entitled to a priority interview.