Lecturer in Graphic Design

Where appropriate we will consider flexible working options, such as part time or job share. Please include details of any requests in your supporting statement, and we would be happy to discuss this further at interview. In October 2019 the college was officially commended as 'Good' by Ofsted, and we celebrated some of the highest pass rates in England, ranking us in the top 10 nationally for the third consecutive year. Our mission is 'Realising potential, transforming lives'. Our environment is inclusive, friendly and supportive, with high expectations for both staff and students. To thrive in our environment, you will need to be resilient, positive, able to work autonomously, have a strong work ethic, and put our learners at the heart of everything you do. The college is proud to hold the Gold accreditation in the Investors in People framework. We have been assessed against the criteria of Leading, Supporting and Improving, and the Gold award means that the college has the right principles in place, and our people and leaders demonstrate a commitment to best practice, people management and personal development. Sustainability is a key priority for Warrington & Vale Royal College, and we are committed to raising awareness and the implementation of sustainable practices in all aspects of college life. Sustainability principles are embedded across the college, and our sustainability action plan and committee are led by senior leaders to ensure that this remains a key focus.

Warrington & Vale Royal College is seeking to appoint a full-time, fixed term Lecturer in Graphic Design. We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and professional individual who can teach across our Level 2 to Level 5 courses in Graphic Design. You will guide students through a variety of teaching and learning strategies. This will include specialist software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and After Effects., Suitable candidates will have a degree in Graphic Design or a related subject and have a high degree of industry experience. Candidates should also hold a recognised teaching qualification or be working towards this. In addition to this, applicants should possess excellent teamwork and organisational skills with an 'excellence' mindset, and ideally be an experienced FE lecturer.

`Warrington and Vale Royal College is committed to Equal Opportunities and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our learners'

We would be looking for successful candidate to be in place to start the role at the end January 2025. We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, which includes:

• A competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement (58 days for Lecturers, inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure days, pro rata for part time)
• Occupational pension scheme
• Employee benefits package
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site parking
• Full programme of training and mentoring
• Induction programme and buddy scheme
• Flexible working, where appropriate
• Menopause friendly