Senior Lecturer in Textile Design - Year 3 Leader BA Textile Design

Job Description

As Year 3 Leader for BA Textile Design, you will assume responsibility for the academic leadership and management of the year/level working alongside the Course Leader. You will take responsibility for the co-design, co-development and co-delivery of theStage 3 curriculum. This role will support the new revalidated BA Textile Design which moves through into Stage 3 this year (2021/22) embedding practice and theory in Units 9 and 10.The role requires that you preside over the day-to-day management of the year/levelincluding all areas of learning, teaching and assessment of students as well as resource allocation whilst observing and implementing the policies and procedures of the University and the College. The successful applicant will play a key role in the recruitmentand ongoing development of this course.Why choose us University of the Arts London is a vibrant world centre for innovation, drawing together six Colleges with international reputations in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. Chelsea Collegeof Arts is a prestigious establishment with a track record of teaching and nurturing impressive talent. Much of its success is down to its dedicated employees, and you will play an important role in shaping future creative professionals, and impact on thefuture of so many creative industries.University of the Arts London offers generous leave, an attractive pension and a commitment to your continuing personal development and training in an environment that encourages excellence, creativity and diversity. Relocationassistance is available.Your profileA postgraduate and /or undergraduate qualification appropriate to the subject area of Textile Design, experience of course administration, pedagogic innovation, assessment processes and procedures are essential for the role.You will have a broad approach to Textile Design education, experience of working in interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary practices and a specialism in two or more of the following: inclusive and social design, sustainability, circular design, print, weave,knit, stitch, mixed media, smart/e-textiles and emerging technologies, critical practice, bio-design.To inspire students and staff alike, you must be a leading practitioner in your field and always up-to-date with the latest developments in the industry. Youwill maintain strong links with design practitioners from a wide range of professions, subjects and disciplines and build collaborative links with a range of institutions and employers. You will have confidence in managing large groups and communicating ina range of learning environments, including teaching via online platforms, on site large and small studio spaces, lecture theatres and seminar spaces.If you have any queries about this role that are not covered in the available documentation, please contact:Christine Crouch, Staffing Administrator, email: jobs.ccw@arts.ac.uk.To apply please click the apply button.Closing date: 1 September 2021 23:55.UAL welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexualorientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility