Sessional Lecturer – Soft Furnishing

South Thames College is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced lecturer to teach adult learners across different levels to ensure that they are able to achieve success in their Soft Furnishing course.

You’ll deliver varied and effective teaching and learning sessions in which all members of the group are respected and able to participate and you’ll develop course objectives using effective course and lesson plans designed to monitor learners’ progress.

With substantial relevant professional experience of Soft Furnishing technique, we’d like you to hold a qualification or be able to demonstrate a professional background in the field of Soft Furnishing. You’ll have working knowledge of principles of Soft Furnishing including knowledge of fabrics, sewing technique, pattern making and construction methods.

We’d like you to hold a teaching qualification (or willing to work towards), be able to identify and implement improvements in existing systems and have evidence of commitment to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. With an excellent level of computer literacy, you’ll be able to communicate effectively at all levels.

Closing date for the return of completed applications is 8th September 2025. 

There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. The benefits package is pro-rated for part time staff.

South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London’s largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students’ success at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.