This is an exciting opportunity to join the vibrant and highly respected 3D Design Department, a creative home to BA Interior Design, BA Product and Furniture Design, BA 3D Design Innovation, MA Sustainable Design, MA Product and Furniture Design and MA Interior Design, and a thriving postgraduate research community. You'll be part of a dynamic and ambitious team of students and staff, contributing to a culture of learning, teaching, and critical making at the forefront of the discipline.
We are looking for a Lecturer to teach students on our nationally recognised undergraduate Interior Design programme, focusing on, but not limited to, first-year (level 4) students to build fundamental design skills while developing spatial understanding and conceptual thinking. The successful candidate will be highly organised and proactive, with excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively both within a team environment and with external stakeholders. They will deliver engaging teaching through workshops, tutorials, study tours, reviews and assessments.
We seek candidates with a passion for design education and knowledge sharing, who can positively inspire and motivate students as they begin their creative journey. This role requires someone with an all-rounded skillset encompassing both traditional analogue techniques such as hand drawing and physical model making, through to competency with contemporary digital tools including digital 3D modelling and visualisation technologies. The ideal candidate will have some experience in delivering active learning methodologies that encourage student participation, collaboration and hands-on experimentation.
The successful candidate will also take on pastoral responsibilities, supporting students from a range of linguistic and cultural backgrounds as they transition into higher education. A commitment to equitable, student-centred learning and an enthusiasm for curriculum development are essential. You will play an active role in shaping how students develop their initial understanding and approach to interior design, ensuring they evolve capabilities in both creative confidence and technical competency.
We're looking for an innovative and enthusiastic individual with a passion for interior design and a commitment to excellence in learning and teaching. You will hold an undergraduate degree in Interior Design or a related subject; a Higher Degree or Research Degree is desirable.
You will bring expertise in fundamental design skills, spatial understanding and conceptual thinking, including proficiency across hand-drawing, model-making, visualisation and presentation techniques. An enthusiastic, forward-thinking approach to creative practice and student engagement is essential.
We are seeking someone keen to establish a profile in research, knowledge exchange, or higher education pedagogy. You should have experience of working in industry and in delivering high-quality teaching, assessment, feedback, and academic support to a diverse student body in higher education.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills are essential, along with the ability to contribute meaningfully to interdisciplinary teams and a wider academic community.
Applicants will be required to demonstrate that they meet the Kingston University standards in learning and teaching, and research. By the end of the probation period, you must have achieved the relevant level of UKPSF recognition (if this has not already been obtained). For those new to teaching, this will be through our accredited Introduction to Learning and Teaching and for those experienced in teaching, through our Kingston Academic Practice Standards Framework.
Kingston School of Art (KSA) has a strong heritage. Since its origins in the late 19th century it has established an exceptional reputation and become one of the UK’s leading art and design educational institutions.
The Faculty combines a dedication to creative risk-taking, innovation and experimentation with a commitment to working with numerous local, national and global partners and collaborators to lead and shape the future of the creative, cultural and communications industries. As an Art School within a university, KSA fuses the benefits of an art and design-based identity with the ability to be at the forefront of exciting cross-disciplinary developments in diverse areas such as health, business, engineering and the humanities and social sciences.
Ranked in the top five per cent of the world for art and design education by QS Top Universities, KSA produces globally celebrated alumni, high performing courses, impactful research performance and regularly achieves industry and student awards while engaging with the latest thinking from industry practitioners.
With a wide variety of disciplines taught within the Faculty, KSA offers opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration in research and teaching providing both exceptional choice for students and a stimulating environment for academics in the creative fields.
This is a part-time 0.8 FTE (29.60 hours per week), fixed term position for 10 months. This position has a starting salary of £36,020 per annum (80% pro rata to £45,025 per annum).
Please note - the hiring manager is also open to considering applicants that are available for a minimum of 22.2 hours per week (0.6 FTE), in which case would be a starting salary of £27, 015 (60% pro rata to £45,025 per annum).
Interviews are expected to be held on Tuesday 18 August 2026.
For informal enquiries, please contact Mr Mark Gower, Head of Department of 3D Design.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
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