Technical Tutor

3 hours ago

Loughborough, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

**School of Design and Creative Arts**

**1 Full time position, fixed-term for 6 months.**

Join our vibrant and internationally recognised community in the School of Design and Creative Arts at Loughborough University as a University Teacher. We are seeking motivated design tutors with experience teaching in Higher Education that are able to contribute into the Graphic Design, UX and Design curricula, teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.

Loughborough University are a top-10 ranked university in all major UK league tables. We are ranked 1st for Fashion and Textiles and 2nd for Graphic Design in the 2025 Guardian University League Table, 3rd for Art & Design in the 2025 Complete University Guide and with the Times Good University Guide. The School of Design and Creative Arts received £3 million of investment this year, with new facilities opening in the Autumn.

**The Role**

We are seeking to appoint a skilled stitch and/or weave technical instructor. You will have an excellent knowledge of têxtiles stich and weave processes sufficient to be able to prepare and deliver workshops as part of a small technical team. Working with students from FE through to postgraduate level you will also be a confident communicator and enjoy a student facing role.

**Job Duties**

- Support and co-ordinate the daily operation of technical facilities, equipment and resources within the School, assuming a higher level of responsibility for facilities aligned to your specialism, including supervising and co-ordinating the work of other technical staff.
- Provide technical support for teaching, learning, and research activities, including demonstrating and instructing students and staff on equipment use, processes and techniques.
- Keep updated on Health and Safety regulations, implement them and escalate any issues. Carry out risk assessments and other compliance activities as required. If required, be willing to take on health and safety roles within the School, such as first aider and fire marshal. Ensure appropriate clothing, footwear and safety equipment is worn during technical activities.
- Co-ordinate equipment procurement and/or procure equipment and consumables within budget and policy guidelines.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, such as standard operating procedures, and instructional materials.
- Drawing on your own expertise, identify technical issues and suggest solutions.

**Our Benefits**
- Generous annual leave allowance up to 36 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays & University closure days).
- Competitive pension schemes
- A range of childcare support initiatives and benefits including childcare vouchers; on-site university nursery (with salary sacrifice scheme); and holiday play schemes.
- We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies.
- BUPA Cash Plan (100 scheme)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Season ticker loan scheme
- On campus parking with charging points for electric vehicles
- Fantastic range of sports facilities and preferential membership packages available

For more information, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Application Closing Date**:13** January 2025

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