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Lecturer (Teaching) in Photography, COVENTRY UNIVERSITY
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Job Title: Lecturer (Teaching) in Photography
Job Reference: 3637
Application Closing Date: 7th August 2026.
Department: PFL College of Arts and Society (CAS)
Salary: Competitive starting salary range from £39,324 up to £44,710 pro rata (dependent on experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered.
Mode: Permanent, Part Time
Our Mission
Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. Driven by our passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them.
Our people are the key to our success and each role within the group plays a key role in shaping the world around us.
The Role
We are looking to appoint a Lecturer (Teaching) to our Photography team.
Central to this role is devising and delivering teaching which embeds industry practices in activities across undergraduate and postgraduate photography courses. You will be proactive in use of both traditional and digital tools to create relevant and contemporary outcomes across editorial, fashion and commercial spaces.
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Candidates must have strong and up to date awareness of developments within industry and be enthused to work in innovative and experimental ways across our photography programmes. They will support the development of professional and globally competitive portfolios of work with students and enhance the visibility of the school through contributing to promotional material and activities.
Candidates must be confident engaging with variety of teaching methods and keen to employ them in order to support development and confidence of students. The achievement and satisfaction of students is our top priority; candidates must be qualified (or be willing to become qualified) to teach and assess at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Qualifications Required
- Master’s degree (or with equivalent professional experience) in appropriate subject or Honours Degree with appropriate professional qualification and/or membership
- Teaching qualification or acceptance of requirement to acquire one if not already held.
Our Successful Candidate
You will be dynamic, keen to continue/build an academic profile in creative arts education and experienced in the field of photography.
You will be actively engaged or have a proven track record of working within commercial practice, with the ability to enthuse and engage learners in key industry skills and contemporary applications.
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Applicants should have a good understanding of the photographic industry, innovative practice and the role of photography in contemporary culture.
You will be able to demonstrate high level digital fluency and continuing engagement with professional, scholarly and pedagogic development - those without a teaching qualification will be required to undertake Coventry University’s PGCHE or secure a HEA fellowship.
The Benefits
Along with a competitive salary we offer a Rewards and Benefits package which includes:
- Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
- 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
- Life Assurance 4x Salary
- BUPA Cash Plan
- 50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants
- CU Reward Scheme
- Cycle To Work scheme
Our Culture
As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.
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