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Norwich University of the Arts is committed to being an inclusive community that offers equality of opportunity and enables our staff and students to flourish and succeed, regardless of their background or personal circumstances. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is embedded in everything that we do. We celebrate the diversity of our backgrounds, cultures and actions, promoting art and design as a catalyst of social change. As such, we are champions for the creative arts; empowering all of our students to be valued and productive members of society, with ambitions to change the world.
This post will contribute to the future direction and curriculum of BA (Hons) Textile Design and will have a role in developing and delivering innovative teaching. The role involves working closely with the Course Leader and Programme Director to strengthen the collaborative links with other courses and with industry.
The successful candidate will have a broad knowledge of the practice and theory of textiles with specific skills and industry experience in one or more of the following: embroidery & embellishment, weave or print. Ideally, they will have experience of supporting research and academic writing at Higher Education level.
You will be an advocate for responsible and inclusive practices with an ability to foster a climate of success through debate and co-creation of learning. You will be a champion for promoting diversity and equality across industry and academia. You will have the ability to be an engaging, supportive and inclusive teacher who can deliver innovative and engaging on-campus and digital teaching sessions. You will be a strong team player able to demonstrate excellent skills in team-working, organisation and management.
We welcome applications from those currently working in education as well as industry-based professionals whom we can support in the development of their academic career.
Essential Person Specific Criteria:
- Broad knowledge of the practice and theory of textile design
- Proven skills and experience in one or more of the following: embroidery & embellishment, weave or print
Desirable Person Specific Criteria
- Teaching experience within the Higher Education sector
- Experience of supporting research and academic writing at Higher Education level
Closing Date: 30/01/2025 9:00 am
Interview Date: 17/02/2025
£37,999 to £45,163 per annum
