Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Fashion Knitwear and Knitted Textiles

Location: City Campus

About the Role

We are currently seeking one part-time Lecturer/Senior Lecturer to contribute to our teaching provision in Fashion Knitwear and Knitted Textiles at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Our current knit specialist courses BA (Hons) Fashion Knitwear Design and Knitted Textiles and MA Fashion Knitwear attract a diverse mix of UK and International students, we are looking for a visionary and critically engaged Fashion Knitwear Design and Knitted Textiles Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to join our newly reimagined Department of Fashion.

This role sits at the intersection of digital craft, critical sustainability and emerging technologies, complementing our department’s wider focus on fashion communication, brand strategy and Ai-driven futures. From Shima Seiki programming to CLO3D prototyping / pattern-making to ethical material thinking, we want someone who will guide students to develop fashion knitwear and knitted textile practices that are not only innovative but strategically and culturally attuned to global shifts.

You should be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and mentor a diverse cohort of students and know how to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively using a variety of teaching methods. A willingness to engage with specialist subject research, industry developments, maintain strong industry links and incorporate real-world insights into your teaching practice is required. 

About Us

Nottingham School of Art & Design is one of the world’s leading art and design schools; we have been influencing, inspiring and innovating for over 175 years. Constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, we’re a diverse community of artists, designers, and creatives at the heart of one of the UK’s most innovative cities.

Catalysts of change and new thinking, we nurture the best creative and digital talent. We give our students the freedom to take risks and express their creativity and individuality. We carry out bold, original and daring research. We believe in the power of connectivity, collaborating with creative minds around the globe and working with the creative sector to develop highly employable graduates. We bring different disciplines together to inspire our students to think beyond their passion and make a bigger impact, from sustainability to enterprise and social justice.

For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Melanie Robertson (Head of Department of Fashion) at melanie.robertson@ntu.ac.uk or Sean Prince (Principal Lecturer for BA (Hons) Fashion Knitwear and Knitted Textiles) at sean.prince@ntu.ac.uk.

Join Us

Find out more about our academic community at NTU, including the support we offer to academics at all stages of their careers.

We also offer:

• 30 - 35 days annual leave per year plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata
• Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
• Opportunity to receive a bonus for exceptional performance and contribution
• Range of health and wellbeing services, including a Health Cash Plan, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.

Safe and Inclusive

Depending on your individual circumstances this role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you review your individual circumstances before applying, or for more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page.

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