Variable Hours Lecturer (Hair and Barbering)

Your future is here
A place to inspire

In a teaching role at Nottingham College you will play a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential.We are Nottingham’s College and together, we make a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves.Our teachers bring experience, flair, industry connections, passion and care to their roles and in return we invest in them.Here, you have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

Who we need & What you will bring

Are you a passionate and dedicated Hair and Barbering Lecturer looking for a flexible and rewarding opportunity in Further Education? Join our dynamic Hair and Beauty team at Nottingham College, where creativity and professional growth are at the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring educators to teach on our Hair and Barbering programs. Courses are delivered at our Adams Campus and Wheeler gate commercial salons in Nottingham City Centre.

What we’re looking for:

· A confident, responsible teacher with the ability to engage and motivate learners across a wide range of ages and abilities.

· Someone with a creative and imaginative approach to planning and delivering. stimulating, high-quality lessons

· A strong team player who can contribute to the development and sharing of innovative teaching resources.

· A passionate advocate for the Further Education sector, committed to ensuring all learners make excellent progress.

· Adaptable, resilient, with a good sense of humour – able to thrive under pressure and embrace change.

· Knowledge of current trends and innovations in hair and barbering education.

We welcome applications from both experienced lecturers and industry professionals who are looking to transition into teaching. Please refer closely to the Person Specification attached to the Role Profile when completing your application, as this will be used as the basis for shortlisting. Your application should clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the specification, as this is a key part of the selection process.

If you have any queries about the role that are not addressed in the job description or person specification, please contact: Tracey Buxton, Head of Faculty – tracey.buxton@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk

Interviews will take place on Monday August 18th 2025.

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £16.84 – £21.02 per hour, plus 40% top up pay on all teaching hours
• 45 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Teacher\’s Pension Scheme
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities.As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another.Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Apply

If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here. Visit Nottingham College – Current Vacancies to apply.

We shortlist and interview for our roles throughout the duration of the advert. Therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we have a high volume of candidates. Please note that interview dates may be subject to change depending on availability

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