"Variable Hours Lecturer - Art"

Nottingham College is seeking an enthusiastic and committed lecturer to join our Further Education team teaching across our 16-18 and 19+ Art and Design programmes. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified teacher or an experienced tutor to join our team. Prior experience within a similar subject area or department is desirable but not essential.

In this role, you will contribute to teaching, learning and assessment across our Further Education programmes, helping students to develop practical skills and confidence in their subject area. This role may be a combination of regular teaching hours and as-required cover teaching.

We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of SEND, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and working with supporting staff such as Learning Support Assistants which may be heavily involved within our courses.

For any specific questions on the role, please contact Rose Tucker, Head of Faculty for Art and Design.

Interviews / Assessments are planned for: w/c 29th September or early October

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £17.48 to £21.86 per hour, plus 40% top up pay on all teaching hours
• 45 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Teacher's Pension Scheme
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood. We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported. Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

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