Job Role: Art & Design Lecturer
Location: Paddington, Westminster, London
Employment Basis: Temporary, Full-Time/Part-Time
Hourly Pay: £35
We are seeking a creative and passionate Art & Design Lecturer to join our team in Paddington, Westminster. This exciting role offers the opportunity to teach and inspire students across a variety of art disciplines, including fine art, graphic design, sculpture, and photography. As an Art & Design Lecturer, you will encourage students to explore their creativity, develop technical skills, and prepare them for careers in the arts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lesson Planning & Delivery: Design, prepare, and deliver dynamic lessons in a variety of art and design subjects, ensuring content is engaging and relevant to the current curriculum.
- Assessment & Feedback: Create and administer assessments to monitor student progress, offering constructive and supportive feedback to enhance their skills and academic growth.
- Student Support: Provide tailored support to students, helping them to refine their artistic abilities and navigate their personal artistic journey.
- Curriculum Development: Contribute to the development and enhancement of the art & design curriculum, ensuring it reflects both current trends in the art world and industry standards.
- Practical Sessions: Supervise and guide students through practical sessions, encouraging creativity while ensuring proper techniques and safety measures are adhered to.
- Classroom Management: Maintain an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment, fostering student participation, critical thinking, and artistic expression.
Qualifications and Experience Required:
- A degree in Art & Design or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- A relevant teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
- Proven experience teaching art & design, ideally within Further Education or higher education settings.
- Strong technical knowledge of various art & design media and methods, including but not limited to painting, drawing, graphic design, photography, and sculpture.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students.
- A passion for art & design and the ability to inspire students to pursue their artistic passions.
Desirable Skills & Attributes:
- Experience working with industry-standard software and tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite.
- Ability to integrate real-world examples, exhibitions, and contemporary art practices into lessons.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and student needs.
- A proactive, student-centred approach to teaching and academic support.
- Knowledge of current developments and trends in the art & design industry.
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
