Associate Lecturer for Sewing and Dressmaking (Bank)


Company:	Chichester College Group
Salary:	£27.12 - £42.28
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Brighton, BN1 4FA
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	10 Sept 2026
Closing date:	21 Sept 2026

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Summary

Brighton MET College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Lecturer in Sewing and Dressmaking to teach adult evening classes.

As our Associate Lecturer in Sewing and Dressmaking, you will:

- Plan and deliver engaging adult education classes in line with Tailored Learning directive.

- Teach Sewing and Dressmaking techniques to learners of varying abilities.

- Support students in the design and creation of individual projects.

- Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback.

- Promote and model sustainability-based solutions in the creative industries.

Why join our bank team?

- This flexible role is perfect for existing professionals who want to teach around their current schedule and earn additional income whilst inspiring the next generation.

- Choose assignments that fit your availability.

- Share your industry experience with enthusiastic learners.

- Enjoy the freedom to balance teaching with your professional commitments.

What we can offer you in this role:

- A diverse student body, positive atmosphere, 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.

- We actively encourage applications from those willing to work evenings, seeking flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we’re here to support you.

What you will bring to the role:

- Working knowledge of sewing and dressmaking.

- Relevant subject experience.

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

- Enthusiasm to promote sustainability-based solutions.

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

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

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

- Employee Assistance Programme.

- Continuous professional development opportunities.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Iwona Flanc (Teaching and Learning Manager) at IWONA.FLANC@GBMC.ac.uk

There are no guaranteed minimum hours of work for this post. Please refer to the terms and conditions page within the job description, for further details.

Closing date: 21 September 2026

Interview date: w/c 28 September 2026

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