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Specialist Technician (Learning and Teaching) Garment Technology, UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS LONDON
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Do you have the expertise to share your specialized knowledge in Garment Technology within an innovative and technically focused educational environment?
Join the team at London College of Fashion as a Specialist Technician, where you will play a key role in advancing the technical skills of the next generation of fashion professionals.
As a Specialist Technician, you will provide expert guidance and contribute to teaching and learning activities across the College. You will provide students with invaluable technical instruction in garment construction, pattern cutting, and the application of garment technology, ensuring that industry standards and innovative methods are upheld.
Your extensive experience in garment construction processes and knowledge of pattern-cutting technology will enable you to deliver highly specialized workshops. You will demonstrate and teach technical skills in garment construction and the use of specialist machinery, preparing students to thrive in a fast-paced industry.
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You will adapt your communication and teaching style to meet the diverse needs of the student body, ensuring that every individual gains the education and skills required to succeed in a rapidly evolving fashion industry.
This position includes working evenings and weekends.
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To excel in this role, you should hold a relevant degree or equivalent qualification in fashion technology or possess substantial industry experience in garment construction and a comprehensive understanding of pattern cutting, for both womenswear and menswear.
We are looking for candidates with a strong track record of applying effective teaching methods or professional practices that support excellence in teaching, learning, and inclusivity.
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Closing date: 4 September 2026 23:55.
Interviews: Monday 14 and Thursday 17 September 2026.
UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.
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