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Job
Creative Writing Short Course Tutor
Vacancy ID
11475
College/Service
UAL Short Courses Ltd
Location
UAL - Various sites, London UK
Salary
£55.71 per hour
Contract
Fixed Term
Hours
various
Apply by
21 February 2025, 11:00 am
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The opportunity
Please note that due to a high volume of applications received for this role, the advert will be closing earlier than planned. The new closing date will be Friday 21st February at 11:00. If you are interested in this role, we would recommend that you submit an application by then.
Join us at UAL Short Courses for an exciting opportunity to teach on our Creative Writing programmes, offering unique and creative learning experiences to diverse groups of learners both in our colleges and online.
UAL Short Courses deliver a wide array of distinctive courses, enabling students to learn from industry experts, acquire new skills, and enhance their portfolios. Our courses are available online and in-person across UAL locations, scheduled throughout the year, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
We are currently seeking tutors to join our teaching pool. Opportunities are available for delivering the following courses:
Beginners Intensive Writing Short Course
8th – 9th March 2025, Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 – 16:00
14th – 15th June 2025, Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 – 16:00
8th – 9th September 2025, Monday and Tuesday, 10:00 – 16:00
Creative Writing For Beginners Short Course
16th April – 4th June, Wednesdays, 8:30 – 21:00
Introduction to Nature and Environmental Writing Online Short Course
15th May – 26th June, Thursdays, 18:00 – 20:30
25th – 27th June, 10:00 – 16:00, Wednesday – Friday
Writing a Short Story Short Course (NEW – course description to be finalised upon appointment)
15th April – 13th May, 18:30 – 21:00, Tuesdays
For more information and FAQs about working at UAL Short courses please visit: https://jobs.arts.ac.uk/story/be-a-part-of-the-short-courses-teaching-pool/
Your profile
Are you passionate about inspiring, engaging, and connecting with learners of all ages? Do you possess the skills to prepare individuals for success in their chosen careers or educational paths? If so, we invite you to join our team at UAL Short Courses as a Short Course Tutor.
We are particularly keen to hear from practicing professionals who are at the forefront of their industries and are eager to impart new skills and experiences to our students
Candidates should be capable of planning and delivering inclusive sessions that develop and engage learners, incorporating their own specialisms and styles. A solid understanding of the industry or subject area is essential, as is prior experience in teaching or training. A teaching qualification is desirable but not mandatory. Tutors should be confident in working with diverse age groups and cultural backgrounds, creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.
Strong organisational skills, including the management of materials, are required.
We are UAL
University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.
As a University we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.
Application process
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.
We understand the benefits of using AI in work. But, if you are thinking of using it to submit an application, we ask you to think about what value it adds. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
If we receive a high volume of applications, the closing day date might close early. We aim to communicate any changes to the closing date with at least 24 hours’ notice. If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please refer to our Contact us page.
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