Job Reference:
2526-04-06
Application deadline:
05/07/2026
Salary:
£39,764.00
Job Description
Pathway Leader - Further Education (3D Design)
Hours: 0.8 FTE
Salary: £31,811.20 per annum which is pro-rata to £39,764 per annum
Leeds Arts University is the only specialist arts university in the North of England. We have contributed significantly to the development of arts education for over 180 years, and have developed a national and international reputation based on the achievements of our students and staff.
A vacancy has arisen for a Pathway Leader in 3D Design on the Foundation Diploma, part of our Further Education provision. The role may also contribute to the Extended Diploma course. The role includes teaching general visual language during the diagnostic introductory stages, being responsible for the planning and delivery of the 3D Design specialist pathway plus administrative and line management responsibilities.
The 3D Design area deals predominantly with students who are interested in applying for degree courses in 3D Design and Craft, this may include Architecture, Spatial Design, Product and Furniture Design, design for stage or screen such as set design, prop making, and prosthetics, Crafts like Casting and Jewellery as well as other related interdisciplinary areas such as Fine Art, and Sculpture.
Applicants should have a degree in a related subject and a teaching qualification. They should be able to demonstrate a technical appreciation of processes and equipment relevant to the pathway, knowledge of industry and courses at degree level that could benefit the students learning experience and progression into HE and a clear understanding of the administration requirements to support the management and delivery of the course. Experience of teaching in the FE sector along with experience demonstrating leadership qualities in an educational setting are essential.
Full details of the essential and desirable criteria which need to be demonstrated for this role can be found in the job description.
Please note CVs will not be accepted for this position.
Closing date: Sunday 5th July 2026 at 11:59pm
Interview date: Tuesday 4th August 2026 (in-person)
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring service check.
Leeds Arts University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all learners and expect our staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be made on merit, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. In recognition of our commitment to create a diverse team that draws from our widest talent pool, we would particularly encourage applications from groups who are currently under-represented at this level, which in this case is our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants.