Lecturer in Hair, Make-up and Prosthetics for Stage and Screen

About the Job

Interview Date: 17th September 2025

The University of Northampton is seeking an inspirational Lecturer in Hair, Make Up and Prosthetics for Stage and Screen with an emphasis on student-focused teaching. You should have an extensive contact’s book having worked in the industry, and an enthusiasm to pass on your subject knowledge to students whether this be from a background of working in theatre, film, and/or TV. The successful applicant will teach some of the practical modules in purpose-built studio spaces based within the University’s Creative Hub on the Waterside Campus. You will be able to evidence how you can deploy specialist expertise to develop pedagogy and the curriculum in an innovative way to meet the demands of the sector, as well as providing proactive personal academic tuition. The successful applicant will be expected to help market the degree which may include occasional weekend and evening cover for recruitment events.

We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.

About You

You will be ICT literate and have an evidencable background in the SFX, Hair and Make-up industries and can produce and deliver a high-quality industry informed teaching and learning experience across the Hair, Make-up and Prosthetics for Stage and Screen field. A related first degree is essential and higher degree highly desirable.

Essential skills include the ability to work independently, collegiately and effectively within a team and you must be able to communicate professionally and effectively with learners and colleagues. The successful applicant will use initiative to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines and have an adaptable, positive and proactive approach to supporting the general life of the course, school, faculty and wider University.  

A track record of effective partnership working (internal and external), to develop entrepreneurial and employability opportunities in related Media, Hair, Make Up and SFX industry settings would be strongly advantageous. As an academic, you will be expected to contribute to the research and scholarly output of the subject area and work with other researchers within the School, Faculty and wider University. Research and scholarship are supported through our research centres, mentor scheme, and 25 days of leave for scholarly activity. 

Qualifications

Essential;

• Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject
• Professional Recognition as HEA Fellowship (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timescale

Desirable;

• Masters degree in relevant subject
• Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion (Senior Lecturer) 
• Relevant professional qualification

Right to Work

All candidates will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK during the interview process.

The University is open to considering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided that the eligibility criteria of the points-based immigration system are met.

Equality

We welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical, and sustainable environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion.

For more details, visit: Equality and Diversity at UON

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