Associate Lecturer in Silversmithing and Jewellery Making


Company:	Chichester College Group
Salary:	£26.85 - £41.87 per hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Brighton, BN1 4FA
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	17 Aug 2026
Closing date:	31 Aug 2026

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Summary

Brighton MET College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Lecturer in Silversmithing and Jewellery Making to teach adult evening classes.

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire adult learners and support them in developing creative and practical jewellery-making skills in a workshop environment.

As our Associate Lecturer in Silversmithing and Jewellery Making, you will:

- Plan and deliver engaging adult education classes.

- Teach silversmithing and jewellery-making techniques to learners of varying abilities.

- Support students in the design and creation of individual projects

- Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback

What we can offer you in this role:

- A diverse student body, positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences.

- An environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

- Opportunity to work as part of an amazing creative teaching team.

What you will bring to the role:

- Working knowledge of silversmithing and jewellery making.

- Relevant industrial and commercial experience

- An understanding of safeguarding vulnerable groups

- Time management skills, organisational skills and the ability to meet targets and deadlines

Our Staff Benefits - see attached job pack for further information.

- Teachers’ Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay.

- 40 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement.

- Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities.

- Employee Assistance Programme.

- Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

- Continuous professional development opportunities.

Looking to get into teaching?

– We are always looking for people from industry to share their knowledge and expertise.

- We offer a fully funded Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher Apprenticeship, plus other alternative options.

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