Sessional Lecturer – Upholstery

Merton College are seeking to increase their Sessional Teacher panel and invite skilled and experienced professionals to teach adult learners across different levels of non-accredited courses in Upholstery.

You will deliver varied and effective teaching and learning sessions, including using virtual delivery if required, in which all members of the group are respected and able to participate. You will prepare course plans in accordance with any external Awarding Body or College set syllabuses and deliver agreed learning outcomes by the end of the course.

We’re looking for someone who has successful teaching experience, relevant professional experience, and sound knowledge of Upholstery. You will be able to plan lessons and use a range of techniques appropriate to learners from diverse educational backgrounds, including adult learners.

Able to communicate effectively at all levels, you will be able to identify and implement improvements in existing systems and deliver virtual sessions if required.

Closing date for the return of completed applications is 19th March 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.

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.