Specialist Technician (Learning and Teaching) - Specialist Machinery (SMR)

The Opportunity
Do you have the expertise to share your specialised knowledge in Garment Technology within an innovative and technically focused educational environment? Join the team at London College of Fashion as a Specialist Technician, where you will play a key role in advancing the technical skills of the next generation of fashion professionals.

As a Specialist Technician, you will provide expert guidance and contribute to teaching and learning activities across the College. You will provide students with invaluable technical instruction in garment construction, and the application of specialist machinery, ensuring that industry standards and innovative methods are upheld.

Your extensive experience in garment construction processes and specialist machinery technology will enable you to deliver highly specialised workshops. You will demonstrate and teach technical skills in garment construction and the use of specialist machinery, preparing students to thrive in a fast-paced industry.

You will adapt your communication and teaching style to meet the diverse needs of the student body, ensuring that every individual gains the education and skills required to succeed in a rapidly evolving fashion industry.

This position includes working evenings and weekends.

About you
To excel in this role, you should hold a relevant degree or equivalent qualification in fashion technology, or possess substantial industry experience in garment construction, production and specialist machinery across fashion and garment technology.

We are looking for candidates with a strong track record of applying effective teaching methods or professional practices that support excellence in teaching, learning, and inclusivity.

As part of your application, please submit an anonymous CV detailing your relevant industry experience, positions and duration.

We are UAL
University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

For further details and to apply please click the 'Apply' button.

Closing date: 25th June 2026, 23:55.

Interview Dates:

• Monday, 6th July 2026: Practical Skills Test - East Bank.
• Thursday, 9th July 2026: Interview Online.

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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