Lecturer in Hairdressing [Ref: BRTN3814] in Brighton

Brighton MET College is seeking a Lecturer in Hairdressing to join our fantastic team and help shape our students’ future careers in this exciting industry. As a Lecturer in Hairdressing, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning to our engaged students. Your expertise and enthusiasm will ignite their passion for the hairdressing sector, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to excel. You will have creative and innovative ideas to ensure teaching, learning, and assessment is at a very high standard. Our classes combine an exciting commercial salon environment with theory classes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning to students in hairdressing.
• Contribute to the planning, delivery and assessment of sessions that combine practical salon work with theory.
• Foster an engaging and inclusive learning environment, and support students to achieve their academic and career goals.
• Collaborate with colleagues to continually enhance the curriculum and learning experience in line with the college’s standards.

Staff benefits

• Teachers Pension Scheme - the Group contributes 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 40 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement and a wellbeing day. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Discount schemes - including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies - including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities - including ‘back to industry’ days, the Learning & Skills Teacher Apprenticeship for unqualified teaching staff and access to a range of other courses and activities.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you will encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It’s an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning. We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you’re balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we’re here to support you. Our roles are designed with adaptability in mind and at the heart of our people strategy is a commitment to an inclusive environment where different ways of working are not only accommodated but celebrated. If flexibility matters to you, you’ll find a welcoming home here at CCG. The working pattern for this role will be discussed at interview.

Application timeline

• Closing date: 2 March 2026
• Interview date: 11 March 2026

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For further information about applying for a role at Chichester College Group, please visit Information For Applicants | Chichester College Group. Follow ‘Chichester College Group Careers’ on Facebook for updates on the latest career opportunities. The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. We are an equal opportunities employer.