BA (Hons) Jewellery Design & Production Deputy Course Leader (Maternity Cover)

Company

British Academy of Jewellery

Location

Central London – Camden and Euston

Salary

£38,000 - £48,000 FTE (pro-rata)

Published

Deadline

The role

BA (Hons) Jewellery Design & Production Deputy Course Leader
(Maternity Cover)

British Academy of Jewellery

Central London (Camden & Euston)

Purpose of job

The British Academy of Jewellery (BAJ) is looking for an experienced and passionate Deputy Course Leader to join our team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the next generation of jewellery designers and makers through an innovative, industry-focused degree programme.

About the Role

As Deputy Course Leader, you will work closely with the Course Leader to ensure the effective delivery of the BA (Hons) Jewellery Design & Production course. You will oversee curriculum planning, teaching, student support, and assessment while contributing to course development and quality assurance processes. This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to support students and staff in a creative and nurturing academic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in managing and delivering the BA (Hons) Jewellery Design & Production course.
Support curriculum planning and ensure it reflects contemporary jewellery design and industry needs.
Deliver teaching in jewellery design, making, and related disciplines.
Oversee student progress, attendance, and academic support.
Lead assessment and feedback processes, ensuring clarity and fairness.
Contribute to course development, validation, and quality assurance activities.
Foster partnerships within the creative and jewellery industries to enhance student opportunities.
Collaborate with colleagues to support the Academy’s teaching and learning strategies.
Ensure compliance with academic policies and procedures.

Person Specification

We are looking for a dedicated individual with:

Relevant undergraduate and post-graduate degree in the subject or a closely related discipline
PG Cert or equivalent experience
A detailed knowledge and deep understanding of contemporary jewellery processes and practices in relation to international jewellery academic and industry contexts
Knowledge of subject specific research in an academic and/or professional environment
Knowledge of delivering teaching and learning within a specialist subject base
Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (desired)

Experience

Experience of teaching & assessment in a higher education environment in a relevant field of practice
Experience of working with emergent technologies applied critically in a professional and/or academic context
Experience of working with diverse materials, applying and investigating them in innovative jewellery designs or related practice
Curriculum development experience
Familiar with debates and research relating to decolonising the curriculum and awarding gaps within the HE Sector
Evidence of using contacts within subject peer group to develop partnerships or collaboration
Evidence of research, knowledge exchange and/ or professional practice that contributes to the advancement of the subject and is relevant to the goals of the Course and Academy
Experience of leadership and management of year group or course (desired)

Location

Central London (Camden & Euston)

Contract

Part-time (0.6 FTE), Fixed-Term Maternity Cover

Salary

£38,000 - £48,000 FTE (pro-rata)

Company Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you will also receive:

Holidays allowance of 33 days (including Bank holidays)
Company pension scheme
Working flexible hours (where appropriate)

How to Apply

If you are passionate about jewellery education and want to inspire the next generation of creative practitioners, apply now by sending your CV and cover letter to us by using the application form below.

BAJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. This role is subject to DBS clearance.

About us

The British Academy of Jewellery (BAJ) is a future-facing, specialist jewellery and education institution with strong industry links and expert tuition. BAJ has been providing cutting-edge training and inspiration to the next generation of jewellers and supporting existing jewellery professionals through opportunities for upskilling. BAJ provides pioneering education and training for jewellers, entrepreneurs, and creatives of all abilities and backgrounds in London, Birmingham, Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leicester.

baj.ac.uk

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