Vocational Trainer in Visual Arts in Guildford

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Vocational Trainer in Visual Arts within the Createch Faculty, based at Guildford College. Createch is where creativity meets technology, bringing together creative skills and emerging technologies.

As a Vocational Trainer, you will play a vital role in guiding students as they develop a wide range of practical skills, including fine art techniques (e.g., printmaking, life-drawing, 3D, textiles). You will also be responsible for maintaining safe and inspiring learning environments, including studios, workshops, and digital labs, and supporting students as they explore interdisciplinary projects at the intersection of art and design. This role includes delivering lessons, supervising practical workshops, and supporting students as they develop their practical skills.

You will work closely with teaching staff to plan projects, contribute to the design of schemes of learning, and provide students with constructive feedback to help them progress. This is a permanent, part-time role working 22.2 hours per week (FTE 0.60) based at Guildford College.

What do you need to be a successful Vocational Trainer in Visual Arts?

• Successful candidates will have an appropriate professional qualification and/or a degree in a relevant field, such as Art & Design.
• Knowledge of UAL and T-Level specifications is desirable but not essential.
• While we welcome applications from those without formal teaching qualifications, you should be able to inspire learners and be committed to developing your teaching practice.
• Candidates should demonstrate a flexible approach, excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, and a passion for supporting students as they build a wide range of creative skills.
• Experience in managing studio spaces, booking systems, and maintaining equipment would be an advantage, as would a generalist background that allows you to support both traditional art and digital media practices.
• Finally, you should have a desire to engage with the wider community, building links with local businesses and industry partners to enhance students' work experience and project-based learning opportunities.

This role sits within the wider Creative Industries and Createch Faculty, which includes Media, Art & Design, Performing & Production Arts, Games Development, IT and E-Sports, so an ability to offer an additional specialism would be desirable.

Who we are

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning. We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you're working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone. Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staff.
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits & wellbeing offering, please visit our work-with-us/wellbeing.

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission. Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions. Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

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