Fashion Teacher in Manchester

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Job details

Job title Fashion Teacher Job reference REQ012822 Date posted 07/09/2026 Application closing date 04/11/2026 Location Manchester Salary £32,931 - £47,339 per annum Package Competitive Benefits plus Techers Pension Contractual hours 35 Basis Full time Job category/type Teaching and Assessment Attachments Teacher FE.pdf Job description

We have an exciting opportunity at our City Campus Manchester to join our Creative Industries Department as a Fashion Teacher on a fixed-term (Maternity Cover), full-time (35 hours per week) basis.

This role is ideal for a qualified fashion educator looking to teach across level 2 and level 3 provision. The candidate will also ideally have UAL awarding body experience.

You will deliver high-quality teaching across Fashion and Textiles programmes, supporting learners to develop both creative and technical skills while ensuring standards are met in line with awarding body requirements.

Site Information

Our City Centre campus is a flagship site in the heart of Manchester, offering cutting-edge facilities and a buzzing, creative atmosphere. Home to our Centre of Excellence for Creative and Digital Industries, it provides an inspiring setting for both staff and learners, with specialist studios, workshops, and collaborative spaces. With its central location and strong industry links, the campus is a hub for innovation, talent development, and real-world learning.

Who are TMC?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Benefits

• 45 days annual leave bookable plus 8 bank holidays (FTE).
• 3 well-being days per year (FTE).
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Start your teaching journey with us!

We welcome applications from aspiring teachers who are passionate about sharing their industry skills. At The Manchester College, you will be supported by our Teaching Academy to work towards qualified teacher status for post 16 compulsory education, through a Cert Ed/PGCE. This includes 3-4 hours delivery per week and engagement with a mentor to support your progress in the profession while you work. The starting salary for an unqualified teacher is between £30,750 – £32,931*. It’s a great way to kick-start a rewarding career with full training and support. Once you’ve successfully qualified and demonstrated your teaching competence, you’ll progress to the qualified teacher salary banding.

*Consideration will be given to relevant industry experience and skills with the flexibility to offer increased starting salaries in some circumstances*.

Levelling Up Payment

Check to see if you are eligible to receive a Government Levelling up payment once you have made your application.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging teaching, learning, and assessment in Fashion and Textiles.
• Support course and curriculum development activities.
• Prepare learners for assessments and projects aligned to awarding body specifications.
• Assess student work and provide constructive feedback.
• Work collaboratively with the wider department to maintain high-quality provision.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Certificate of education or PGCE.
• Current and valid industry specialism.
• Assessor qualifications (if required by Awarding Organisation).
• Minimum Level 3 occupational qualification.
• English and maths minimum level 2 Grade C or grade 4 and above.
• Proven experience teaching Fashion and Textiles.
• Experience delivering programmes with UAL and Pearson exam boards.
• Strong subject knowledge in fashion design, garment construction, textiles, and related practices.
• Experience assessing student work and supporting learner achievement.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and classroom management skills.
• Significant Experience of delivering outstanding teaching and learning.
• Proven track record of high-quality teaching in delivering subject specialism or current valid industry specialism.
• Working as a team.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Meet delivery targets and plans.
• Accurate and timely reports and records.
• Positive contribution to planning processes.

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 04/11/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!

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