Lecturer Photography (Sessional/ ad hoc) in King's Lynn

Location: King's Lynn

Job Type: Permanent / Sessional

Are you passionate about photography? Do you want to share your love and knowledge with the next generation of professionals? Are you looking to get into teaching or simply looking for a change? Then this could be the role for you.

Due to continued growth in student numbers and interest, we are widening our curriculum offer and growing our team. This is a rare opportunity to join our Creative Arts team to deliver Photography at level 2 and level 3 at our Kings Lynn campus.

Here at CWA, we are proud to boast high-quality facilities to allow our students to flourish creatively and academically. We have a Photography studio, darkroom, and dedicated learning spaces giving students the space and tools they need to thrive. Each year we showcase our students’ success with an end-of-year exhibition.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring new and fresh ideas to the strong and supportive Creative Arts team. We take great pride in the work our students achieve and exhibit their work throughout the year, with a special celebration at an end-of-year exhibition which is open to members of the public to enjoy.

We pride ourselves on our approach to the work-life balance of our team and actively support job share and flexible working opportunities.

Please note that your point on the salary scale will be determined based on both experience and teaching qualifications. Appointments will not be made at point 12 or above (£37,454 FTE) without a level 5 teaching qualification and experience.

We are a successful, community-focused FE College based in the East of England. We have a thriving Creative Arts team and in recent years, the department has grown from strength to strength. We offer an incredible training package and a chance to work within tight-knit and supportive teams.

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave allowance of 37 days per year for curriculum staff, plus five College closure days, plus Bank Holidays (pro-rated for part-time)
• Fee waivers on some College courses
• Contributory pension scheme with the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (current employer contribution is 23.68%)
• Discounts with local businesses
• Access to a cycle-to-work scheme

CWA focuses on staff well-being and utilises both internal and external resources, such as a well-being committee and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as comprehensive training and development. Job share opportunities are available for the right candidates.

CWA are a Disability Confident employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria for a role. We would encourage you to disclose any disabilities and whether or not you wish to be considered under this scheme.

CWA is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check as well as a barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply. Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk).

CWA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient suitably qualified applications be received prior to the closing date. No agencies please.