Job Title: Lecturer in Adult Education (Art)
Location: Highbury Campus, Portsmouth
Salary: £29,074.42 - £42,579.53- Full Time Equivalent
Hours of work: 35 hours per week (inclusive of teaching and prep time), 52 weeks per year, Permanent
Please note this vacancy is Maternity Cover and will be offered on a fixed term basis covering the period April 25- 16th Feb 2026.
About us:
At City of Portsmouth College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will personally be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. Everyone at the College is part of the bigger picture and together, each role makes an impact and in turn a difference to our students learning journey.
We have an unrivalled curriculum of courses on offer for students of all ages and stages covering A-levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Technical courses. We also offer Higher Education, Online learning and Community courses that appeal to the needs of the local community.
We aspire to become the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, promoting a progressive, supportive and rewarding workplace culture. Here at COPC, we offer ongoing support, professional development / training and guidance alongside competitive benefits to all staff. By joining us you can be a part of the journey to shape the next generations educational journey and you will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators.
What we offer:
- Annual Leave: 42 days total and closure for winter shutdown period in line with Hampshire County Council school holidays & statutory bank holidays
- Pension: Generous Teachers' pension with employer contributions of 26.68%. Further information can be found at Teachers' Pensions (teacherspensions.co.uk)
- Learning & Development: Programmes by The Community Adult Education Department
- Staff Development: Access to the College staff development programmes and CPD
- Onsite Discounts: City of Portsmouth College Hair Salon & 50% off at the City of Portsmouth College Sports Centre
- Online Discounts: Unidays, Student Beans, and Totum with a City of Portsmouth College email address
- Parking: Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel)
- Blue Light Card: providing several discounts for clothing, electrical goods, food and days out, even concert tickets!
About the role:
The Lecturer in Adult Education (Photography) will deliver engaging and innovative photography courses to adult learners. This role involves planning, preparing, and delivering high-quality lessons, as well as assessing and supporting students in their learning journey. While a teaching qualification is beneficial, we can provide the necessary training and support for applicants to achieve their teaching qualifications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver high-quality lessons to adult learners
- Develop and adapt curriculum materials to meet the needs of learners
- Assess and provide feedback on student progress
- Support learners in achieving their educational goals
- Ensure compliance with all college policies and procedures
- Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall learning experience
To be successful in this role, below is what we would need from you:
- A strong background in art
- Good understanding of working with hard to reach groups
- Evidence of commitment to professional development
- A good standard of maths and English
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Diversity and Inclusion
Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of City of Portsmouth College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training.
The College’s commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in the continued successful promotion of these strands through the curriculum, enrichment activities, and the range of direct and indirect student support services.
Pre-Employment Checks
The City of Portsmouth College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our college. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and two references.
We reserve the right to close the job advert when we have had successful applications, and it may not run for the full duration of the advert. We do not accept CVs from agencies for these roles.
