Lecturer in Art & Design Fine Art Practice (0.6 Maternity Cover) at Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion

Carmarthen, Wales, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Feb, 26

Salary

49934.0

Posted On

23 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Art, Design, Fine Art Practice, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Numeracy Skills, Literacy Skills, Professional Development, Curriculum Development, Marketing, Team Leadership, Digital Literacy, Pastoral Care, Innovative Teaching

Industry

Education Management

Description

Lecturer in Art & Design Fine Art Practice (0.6 Maternity Cover) Application Deadline: 2 December 2025 Department: Art and Design Employment Type: Temporary Location: Jobs Well Campus Reporting To: Faculty Management Team Compensation: £25,372 - £49,934 / year Description The Corporate Board is committed to appointing staff that will display initiative and enthusiasm, and further enhance the reputation of the College through a commitment to working as a member of a team and producing work of high quality. In particular, staff who are able to further our mission: To be Excellent – The College of Choice. The post provides an exciting and challenging opportunity for pro-active and innovative person. The School is a friendly, dynamic and creative community with a real ‘Art School’ atmosphere; renowned for its inclusive culture and open door policy across departments. Carmarthen School of Art has a national reputation for skill based teaching & learning underpinned by academic rigour and an emphasis on employability; developing knowledgeable, highly skilled creative practitioners for the future. This post provides an exciting and challenging opportunity for a pro-active and innovative person with a broad knowledge of Fine Art Practice. The post holder will act as Course Leader for the Fine Art Practice degree based on the Jobs Well Campus in Carmarthen. The post holder will join a team of Art & Design staff within the School. The post provides an excellent opportunity to combine exceptional skills in teaching and learning within a creative environment with rigorous co-ordination. The post holder will teach across a range of Levels from Level 3 up to Degree Level 6. Key Responsibilities You will be required to: Undertake the teaching, learning and assessment of Art, Design and Fine Art Practice. Teach into the portfolio of BA Hons. Programmes and Further Education courses within the curriculum area as requested by the curriculum area management team; Have an in-depth knowledge and experience of Fine Art Practice; Have a good working knowledge of historical developments and contemporary practice within the field; Lead the BA Hons Fine Art Practice team; Contribute to the marketing of the curriculum area courses within local schools, feeder FE colleges and other institutions throughout the country; Skills Knowledge and Expertise Essential Criteria: Relevant degree or equivalent qualification Teaching qualification (If you are not in possession of a teaching qualification as at the date of employment, you will be required to obtain a PGCE within 2 years of this date) GCSE English and Mathematics at minimum Grade C or O Level equivalent Documented evidence of appropriate Professional Development Relevant teaching experience Good literacy and numeracy skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels both orally and in writing Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills Ability to work harmoniously with learners and colleagues Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Excellent punctuality and ability to work flexibly Willingness to represent the college and curriculum area at external events and exhibitions Willingness to accompany students on study visits Willingness to represent the course on open evenings/days and other marketing events Desirable Criteria: A good understanding of relevant issues in post 16 education A proven track record of high levels of learner attainment Awareness of key performance indicators Evidence of innovative teaching and learning activities Evidence of effective tracking and monitoring of learner performance Experience of actively participating in the pastoral care of young people Sound understanding of digital literacy Willingness to drive a college minibus Willingness to contribute to develop extra-curricular activities Welsh Language Requirements: Welsh Oracy (Listening/Speaking) - Level 0/1 Desirable Welsh Literacy (Writing/Reading) - Level 0/1 Desirable (See detailed language descriptions attached) Persons are welcome to apply for posts in Welsh and applications made in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. Benefits You will receive 46 days holiday, plus bank holidays and five closure days which totals at 59 days holiday per year. Extremely generous pension scheme with employer contributions of 23.68%. Award-winning professional learning and development programme. Cycle to work scheme Free on-site car parking Online and instore retail discounts

Responsibilities

The post holder will undertake the teaching, learning, and assessment of Art, Design, and Fine Art Practice. They will lead the BA Hons Fine Art Practice team and contribute to the marketing of the curriculum area courses.