Please note this is not a Bath & North East Somerset Council Vacancy.
Hours: 11 hours per week (Tuesday half day and Thursday 8.30am 5.00pm), 52 weeks per year.
Application Details
Salary (Full-Time Equivalent):
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Unqualified Lecturer Salary: P25P27 (£30,348.15 £32,186.70)
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Qualified Lecturer Salary (L5 and above): P27P35 (£32,186.70 £40,015.50)
Interview Date: 19 August 2026
About the Role
We are seeking a Lecturer in Hair and Media Makeup to plan, deliver and evaluate creative, innovative teaching and learning for students studying Levels 13 programmes. The successful candidate will act as a Course/Subject Leader where required and contribute to the planning and effective delivery of the curriculum within the department.
The role also involves ensuring compliance with Health and Safety policies and procedures, supporting student recruitment, enrolment and induction activities, and contributing to the overall success of the department.
Additional specialist skills that would be advantageous include:
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Wig knotting and weft weaving
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Dressing and maintaining a range of hairpiece structures
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Prosthetic design, creation and casting for both small and large pieces
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Bald cap preparation and application
Bath College is an inclusive education and training community, providing learning opportunities for students with a wide range of abilities, from Entry Level through to Level 5 programmes. We are committed to meeting the needs of all learners, making this an exciting opportunity to join our thriving College.
If you believe you can make a positive contribution, please complete the application form, ensuring you clearly demonstrate how your qualifications, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.
Please note: This vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment in line with awarding body and examination requirements.
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Teach, assess and internally verify across a range of Hair and Media Makeup programmes, using a variety of teaching methods, including online delivery.
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Deliver both core and additional departmental programmes.
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Produce schemes of work, lesson plans, assessment plans, learning materials and associated resources to support effective learning.
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Coordinate and maintain records of formative and summative student assessments undertaken by the course team.
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Communicate examination entry requirements and timetable arrangements to both students and colleagues.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for full details.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Essential requirements include:
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Level 3 Hair, Beauty or Makeup qualification
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Minimum of five years' industry/salon experience
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Teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards one
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TAQA, A1 Assessor Award, or equivalent
Please refer to the attached Person Specification for further information.
Staff Benefits
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Generous annual leave entitlement of 40 days, plus College closure days and public holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)
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One Selfie Day per year
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Teachers' Pension Scheme
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Continuing Professional Development opportunities for all staff
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Laptop Salary Sacrifice Scheme
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Cycle to Work Scheme
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Private Healthcare Scheme
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£500 Refer-a-Friend reward
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Subsidised cafés on both campuses
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Employee Assistance Programme, providing free and confidential counselling and support services
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Free eyesight tests for eligible staff in line with Display Screen Equipment Regulations
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Progressive family-friendly policies that exceed statutory requirements, including the right to request flexible working
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Discounted treatments at The Academy, Bath Campus
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Free parking at the Somer Valley Campus, Radstock
About Bath College
Bath College is a vibrant and successful further education college with two campuses: one in the heart of Bath and one in the rural setting of Radstock.
We are proud to support the region's future workforce by offering a wide range of vocational and academic courses to students from Bath, Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire and beyond.
Please visit the website link to complete our application form: Lecturer in Hair and Media Makeup - Bath, England | Bath College Careers
Please email [email protected] or call us on 01225 312191 for any questions.
Safeguarding
Bath College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We follow safer recruitment practices, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
