Position: Course Director in Foundation Programmes

Contract Type: Permanent, Full time

Location: London (multiple campuses)

Reporting into: Academic Dean of Foundation Programmes

Direct Reports: Subject Leads, Lecturers & HPLs

Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)

Who we are

London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA)offers our students a wide range of accredited programmes within the creative arts and contemporary business fields. With a broad network of industry connections, aided by our partnership with University of the Creative Arts and various other industry leading brands, we allow our students to get a real feel for working within the fashion, graphic design and the business space by embarking on a journey which is designed to meet our students’ academic and personal demands.

LCCA offers students a unique industry-centred exposure to get students ready for their next step by adopting blended learning approaches delivered via workshops, lectures, fieldtrips, seminars, hosting sector leading subject-matter renowned experts from around the world and various other networking opportunities - therefore adopting a practical approach in the delivery of our programmes.

At the very heart of our vision is a student-centred learning and teaching methodology which is progressive, forward-thinking, modern, and designed to meet our learners’ needs.

Why join us:

LCCA is part of Global University Systems (GUS), which is an international network of higher education institutions, brought together by a shared passion for accessible, industry-relevant qualifications. At GUS, we’re focused on becoming one of the world’s most dynamic, inclusive and diverse education organisations! Our ambition is to engender a belief in learning for life and to stimulate growth through education. We foster in our students the spirit and the will, to advance themselves and to thrive in their communities.

We are bounded by our shared values – student focus, communication, collaboration, respect, competence, entrepreneurship, and integrity – are more than aspiration. We display and expect these beliefs and behaviours from our colleagues equally. Some of the benefits on offer are:

What we offer our colleagues:

A flexible working model – we encourage flexible working to aid productivity and a healthy work-life balance.

My Rewards Hub – handpicked discounts and deals from a wide and ever-growing list of providers

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – a dedicated 24/7 access platform

We support and promote our colleagues in achieving various academic and CPD opportunities via PGCertHE and Advanced HE followships.

Training & Development opportunities on offer – this ranges from digital badges, in-house workshops and seminars hosted by world renowned subject matter experts.

A great Refer-A-Friend (RAF) scheme in operation.

Socials via ‘GOSH’: We love to celebrate events, our successes, recognise our colleagues for their contribution.

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The Role

The Course Director’s role is central to create the engagement and retentions of new cohorts entering LCCA. The experiential approach to teaching and learning at LCCA is part of the DNA of the College and the Foundation Course Director will lead a varied team to create holistic learning experiences, that will ensure the progression of students onto the different programmes that the College offers. The candidate must have an impeccable track record in successfully progressing students, as well strong industry links that will enhance and enrich the blended nature of delivery foundation courses. The successful candidate will have a strong teaching record and experience of teaching at Foundation level and a blend of creative practice / design subjects and creative business or strength in one of these subject disciplines.

This is an opportunity for the role-holder to work with the Director of Programmes in this new curriculum area for the College. The role holder will be expected to engage in research to address aspects across the foundation industries including subject territory specific. The role holder will also be expected to support the recruitment process to Foundation and partner relationships and to contribute to extra-curriculum activities

The foundation programme is thought over the weekend and evenings, and this position will be contracted over the weekend (Saturday & Sunday) and include evenings too. Details of which, will be provided to you at the interview stage.

Qualifications:

Relevant BA and postgraduate qualification or equivalent professional experience

PhD or Higher level research degree

Teaching qualification (PG Cert of equivalent)- all post holders will be expected to complete a PGCERT in education during their employment at LCCA if they do not currently hold one.

Fellowship (or Higher) of the Higher Education Academy

Has full and active membership of the main professional bodies representing Fashion/Design/Business I.E. CMI and similar

Knowledge & Skills

Applies an inquiring, innovative and reflexive approach to teaching

Considers equality, diversity and inclusivity in all aspects of teaching practice

Shows commitment to understanding the range of students’ experiences within a course

Ability to motivate and work in a collaborative way with staff and students

Demonstrate, promote and facilitate collaborative ways of working across the organisation

Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not offer visa sponsorship.

It’s quick and easy to apply for a role at LCCA. Just click on the apply button above. All you’ll need is an up-to-date CV outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role’s criteria.

We acknowledge receipt of your resume for a position at LCCA and sincerely appreciate your interest in our company. We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success.

LCCA is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.