Associate Lecturer in Higher Educaiton

Associate Lecturer in Fashion Communication and Styling

Fashion Retail Academy (part of the Education for Industry Group)

Fixed‑Term | Flexible Contract

FRA Academy: Electra House – London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE

About EFI Group

EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry‑led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence.

About the role

Shape the Future of Fashion Education at the FRA! FRA offers unique, accelerated 2‑year degree programs that combine intensive fashion business education with hands‑on industry placements and mentoring. As we expand, we’re looking for an Associate Lecturer in Fashion Communication and Styling to inspire and guide our students. In this role, you’ll deliver engaging, high‑quality teaching that prepares students for thriving careers in the industry. Please note that we are always on the lookout for talented Lecturers to join the FRA and are continuing to grow as an organisation so this opportunity could lead to a permanent post.

About you

Qualifications

• BA/BSc (Hons) in Fashion Communications or a related field.

Experience

• Industry experience in Fashion Communications, Styling, Art Direction, and experience in teaching or training, preferably in higher education.

Expertise

• Deep knowledge of fashion communications, styling, art direction and the fashion retail landscape.

Passion

• Confident and engaging communicator with excellent presentation skills and genuine enthusiasm for teaching, mentoring, and inspiring others.

If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further.

We actively support those new to teaching and offer guidance and development opportunities for anyone looking to start a career in education. Associate Lecturer roles can often lead to permanent Lecturer positions, making this an excellent first step into education.

Why The EFI?

• Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance and annual CPD.
• Generous and Flexible Leave Options: Including an around‑the‑world trip after five years of service.
• Market‑Leading Family‑Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
• Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customizable monthly wellbeing allowance, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme.

Salary

Hourly rate: £42.00 per teaching hour, inclusive of preparation and associated pedagogic work. Non‑teaching duties across provisions, including course development work, are paid at £23.85 per hour inclusive.

How to apply / Next Steps

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Closing Date

8am on Tuesday 16 December 2025.

Interviews / Recruitment Day

TBC, in‑person at FRA Academy: Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE or LCBT Academy: 3‑5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX.

More Information / Contact us

Click here to download a full job description.

For more information about the EFI Group, visit the EFI and FRA websites and refer to the job description.

Contact recruitment@efigroup.ac.uk for further information.

The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer. Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.