Lecturer Graphic Design (Maternity Cover)

Background of department/role

The main purpose of the role is to support the academic and professional development of students on BA (Hons) Graphic Design, and other programmes as required. The post holder will design and deliver teaching, engage in research and/or enterprise activities and undertake administrative and pastoral duties as required. We are seeking candidates with expertise and experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Proficiency with industry-standard design software (Adobe Creative Suite, print production software)
• Print production and traditional techniques (silk screen printing, letterpress, risograph, bindery)
• Typography and layout design for both print and digital applications
• Industry experience in graphic design, print production, or creative agencies
• Experience in traditional design methodologies and print production workflows

The post is ideally suited for those with experience in the creative industries and print production who wish to enter Higher Education teaching.

About our course

Our BA Graphic Design course is a popular, student-centred programme with a focus on innovative and inclusive visual communication. We equip students with a broad and adaptable skill set, grounded in both creative practice and critical understanding. Students work with industry-standard facilities including our print studio and digital design labs, utilising both traditional techniques and emerging technologies—including AI-assisted design tools, advanced digital workflows, and comprehensive software suites. They are encouraged to explore diverse specialisations such as digital design, typography, editorial design, and branding, while engaging with various formats from print to digital campaigns. This diversity allows them to develop as versatile designers capable of working across platforms and industries.

Our course seeks to enable students to meet the challenges of employment (including self-employment and freelance practice) by providing an academically rigorous yet practically oriented curriculum. We achieve this by developing students' creative, analytical, research, design, managerial, and communication skills, alongside professional workflows, client relationship management, and business acumen. Students progress through a structured three-year journey: from foundational design theory and technical skills in Year 1, through client projects and critical analysis in Year 2, to professional preparation and specialised practice in Year 3.

Our student community is diverse, with many being first-generation university students, and some entering higher education without prior experience in design software or professional creative practice. We pride ourselves on delivering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where students can grow in confidence and skill through our vibrant studio culture and peer-to-peer learning approach. This role would suit someone who is already building a career in design education, or a professional from the design industry looking to bring their knowledge and experience into an academic setting. We welcome applicants who are passionate about student success and committed to inclusive, forward-thinking teaching practice.

How will you work?

Fixed Term Maternity Cover from Sept 2025 for up to one year. (18.5 hours per week)

We are committed to supporting flexible methods of working wherever possible and this role is Flexible and connected (Academic & Student Facing) which means Campus attendance will vary on a day-to-day basis and across the year but must purposefully align to the service being delivered and to the needs of our students, staff, and stakeholders. It is expected that the majority of your working time will be spent on campus

How to apply

Start date for applications: Monday 21st July 2025
Closing date for applications: Monday 18th August 2025
Interviews are to be held: TBC - August

Please note a full application including a covering letter detailing your experience alongside a CV is required for applications to be considered. Please be advised applications made without providing a cover letter will not be accepted.

Please note, Canterbury Christ Church University reserve the right to bring the closing date of this position forward where a high volume of applications is received. 

Employment Visa Clarification: According to the UK Government Points Based System, this position does not fulfil the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route application.

If you require further information regarding the post please feel free to contact Mr William Hill (william.hill@canterbury.ac.uk) (strictly no agencies, thank you) quoting reference number REQ05621.

Additional Information

Canterbury Christ Church University truly welcomes fresh perspectives and new voices. We want you to bring the real you to work, so we are committed to building a genuinely inclusive working environment where everyone is welcomed and where everyone can have a true sense of belonging. Our spirit of community will help us to eliminate discrimination and will enable us all to thrive in a culture that is underpinned by fairness and justice. We therefore seek people to join us who will proactively support and shape this aim and contribute in their own unique way. If this is you, then we are waiting to hear from you. #yourCCCU

Our University is deeply committed to shaping sustainable futures as a key part of its mission and values. If you share this passion, we encourage you to join us in making CCCU a more socially and environmentally conscious, sustainable place to study and work

Please ensure you include contact details of two employment referees in your application, one of which must be your current/ most recent line manager.

Please note applications must be made online via the University website; details sent directly via email cannot be considered.

No agencies, thank you.