Lecturer (Craft)

Lecturer (Craft)

Arts University Plymouth - HE Arts and Media

Location:	Plymouth
Salary:	From £21,678 starting salary £21,678 (FTE £36,130) with annual, incremental progression up to £25,729 (FTE £42,882). Band 7-8
Hours:	Part Time
Contract Type:	Permanent
Placed On:	1st April 2026
Closes:	19th April 2026

Arts University Plymouth is seeking to appoint a Craft Lecturer to join our BA (Hons) Crafts & Material Practices course and the developing CertHE Ceramics and Glass course. This is an exciting opportunity to join the signature course for the University and to contribute to an ambitious and collaborative team, committed to delivering high quality learning and teaching and outstanding student experiences.

As a Lecturer on the course you will support the development and delivery of an innovative curriculum that integrates practical skills, theory, and industry engagement. Working closely with the Course Leader and the wider team, you will lead assigned units, support students’ academic and creative development and contribute to the ongoing success of the course. You will also play a role in the University’s research culture and student recruitment activities.

About You:

• A BA (Hons) in Crafts or related crafts discipline and ideally an MA in a Crafts-related discipline
• Proven teaching experience in Higher Education, this would ideally include assessment, curriculum planning and pastoral support.
• With core subject knowledge in ceramics and glass practices, you will be able to deliver excellent teaching across the craft disciplines, professional practice, industry engagement and relevant theoretical and contextual frameworks.
• Demonstrable research, scholarship, and/or professional practice.
• An understanding of pedagogic models that integrate theory and practice.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and support diverse learners.

About The Role:

• Teach, assess, and provide academic support to undergraduate students, and contribute to postgraduate delivery where required.
• Act as Unit Leader for designated units, managing all aspects of planning, resourcing, delivery, formative review, and assessment.
• Support academic planning, curriculum development, and the Annual Monitoring Review process alongside the Course Leader.
• Engage in research, scholarship, and/or professional practice that supports the University’s research culture.
• Develop and maintain external networks that enhance industry engagement and learning opportunities.

In return you’ll receive:

• 21 (FTE 35) days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, and 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
• 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 savings of up to 10% on the high street

For more information, including essential criteria please access the role profile. 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 on w/c 11 May 2026