Lecturer in Art & Design

Location: Rotherham Campus, Rotherham

Salary:£29,455 (unqualified) to £33,487 (qualified) a year + benefits

Vacancy Type:Permanent, Full time (37 hours each week, all year round)

Closing Date: 08th of June 2026

About the Role

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of creatives? We are looking for an inspiring Lecturer in Art & Design to join our vibrant department.

Whether you are an experienced educator or a practicing artist looking to transition into Further Education, this is your chance to bring your industry expertise into the studio and help our students turn their talent into careers.

Within this role the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering outstanding teaching and assessment in Levels 1-3 and elements of HE Art & Design. With an enthusiastic and engaging approach, you will have the ability to motivate students and support them to achieve their potential.

You will be responsible for the success of students and providing an enriched curriculum, monitoring student progress and ensure timely completion and achievement. This will include recruitment, providing advice and guidance to students on their progression routes, and developing industry links that provide them with enrichment and work experience.

You will

• Hold a degree in Art & Design (or a related discipline).
• Hold a teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed) or a willingness to work towards one.
• Have professional industry experience and a strong portfolio of work.
• Have the ability to engage diverse learners and foster an inclusive studio environment.

You will hold a Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in English and Maths (or be willing to undertake).

We understand that no candidate will perfectly match every qualification or criterion listed. If your experience differs from what we've outlined but you believe you can contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply!

Department Info

You will work as part of the curriculum team at the Rotherham campus and you will also closely work with and take direction from our Curriculum Team Leaders. You will be line managed by the Curriculum Manager.

Our excellent benefits and rewards package:

• Access to teachers pensions scheme (with employer contributions from 15.6% to 23.68%)
• Up to 50 days annual leave per year (35) including closure during Christmas period
• Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons
• Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles
• Free Parking available at all of our sites
• Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications
• New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the teacher retention initiative
• Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth £200 per referral made

What is the RNN Group?

RNN Group s main goal is to be an outstanding education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for RNN Group, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.