Please note, this an hourly paid contract which means that specific days and hours cannot be guaranteed - they are offered on a casual, ad hoc basis to fit the needs of the service and so may vary.
Unqualified: £26,386 - £31,139 per annum (pro rata, hourly paid)
Qualified: £33,596 - £51,932 per annum (pro rata, hourly paid)
Are you passionate about fashion, business, and retail? Do you have the innovation, industry insight, and enthusiasm to inspire the next generation of creative and commercial professionals? We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Hourly Paid Lecturer in Fashion, Business and Retail, working to support in delivering our dynamic and industry-focused Level 3 programme.
In this role, you will plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging curriculum content, supporting learners to bridge the gap between creative visual execution and commercial business strategy. You will guide students through core industry concepts, including fashion communication, buying and merchandising, trend forecasting, and digital branding. Practical experience using Adobe Suite (particularly Photoshop and InDesign) to create digital assets is essential, alongside a robust understanding of contemporary retail practices, consumer trends, and sustainability within the global fashion landscape.
You should have relevant experience within the fashion or retail sector, along with experience of working with young people and/or holding a PGCE (or being willing to obtain one). Knowledge of the UAL Awarding Body framework and project-based portfolio assessment is highly desirable. You should also have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to a wide and diverse student population, being passionate about motivating all learners to nurture their business acumen, technical skills, and commercial creativity.
For further information, please view the job information pack.
Bridgend College recognises its responsibility to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students. We apply a rigorous process of checking the suitability of staff and volunteers to work with children and vulnerable adults. The above post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure for child and adult workforce and registration as a FE Teacher with the Education Workforce Council.
Bridgend College understands the value of providing services in Welsh and the need to grow its bilingual workforce. We therefore encourage applications from candidates who are able to demonstrate good Welsh language skills. Please specify in your personal statement whether you would prefer to have your assessment/interview conducted in Welsh.
We are actively seeking to improve representation from all sections of the community and promoting equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from everyone, including people from different backgrounds and communities, and of different ages.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and we guarantee to interview anyone with a disability if their application meets the essential criteria for the post, and consider them on their abilities. We can also offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.
The College does not participate in the UK Visa Sponsorship Scheme therefore, candidates will have to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK if offered a role with us.
Please note there may be a requirement for a second stage interview or assessment.
