Subject Lead Foundation - Business Pathway 49598

Company Description

London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA) | Tower Hill & Aldgate, London

Salary: £42,000 – £50,000 + up to £5,000 pro-rata weekend teaching premium

Hours: Full Time (40 hours per week) | Contract Type: Permanent 

London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA) offers accredited programmes in the creative arts and contemporary business fields. 

Through our strong industry connections, partnership with the University for the Creative Arts (UCA), and collaborations with leading brands, we provide students with hands-on experience across fashion, graphic design, and business. 

Our teaching is enriched by workshops, lectures, seminars, field trips, and guest speakers, ensuring that every student benefits from both academic and real-world learning. At the heart of our vision is a student-centred, progressive, and modern teaching approach designed to prepare learners for future success.

Position

The Role

The Foundation Year supports progression to Level 4 as part of LCCA’s 4-year degree programmes. It equips students with essential academic and subject-specific skills in Business, Hospitality, and Fashion Management & Marketing, ensuring readiness for undergraduate study. 

As Subject Lead – Foundation, you will provide academic leadership and ensure the delivery of an outstanding student experience.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Leading curriculum design, delivery, and assessment at Level 3 (with teaching across Levels 4–6, and Level 7 desirable).
• Ensuring consistently high standards in teaching and student outcomes.
• Supporting and guiding academic staff, overseeing quality assurance, and resource planning.
• Building and maintaining strong industry links to enhance student learning.
• Managing all aspects of course delivery including planning, admissions, assessments, and moderation.
• Contributing to curriculum development, reviews, cross-disciplinary teaching strategies, and examination boards.
• Supporting staff and student development through professional practice, research, and scholarship.
• Promoting equality, diversity, and inclusive teaching practices in line with LCCA policies.

Requirements

• Relevant BA and postgraduate qualification (or equivalent professional experience).
• Teaching qualification (PG Cert or equivalent).
• Expertise in developing and delivering course materials in Business, Art, or Design at Foundation level.
• Experience preparing students for progression to undergraduate study.
• An innovative and reflective approach to teaching.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive learning practices.
• Ability to inspire students and work collaboratively with colleagues.

Why Join LCCA?

• Competitive salary: £42,000 – £50,000
• Up to £5,000 pro-rata weekend teaching premium, paid in addition to your salary
• Join a creative, diverse, and supportive teaching environment.
• Help shape the curriculum and guide students through a transformative year of learning.
• Flexible delivery: weekday, evening, and weekend teaching opportunities.
• Professional development and research opportunities within a global education network.

• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
• LCCA and Global University Systems (GUS) are equal opportunities employers. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. 

We look forward to receiving your application.

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