Lecturer In Interior Design in Kingston upon Thames

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.

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).