Knitted Textiles Pathway Leader

The opportunity

The Pathway Leader in Knitted Textiles is responsible for teaching, curriculum development, and ongoing scholarly work within the BA Textile Design course at Central Saint Martins, part of the Jewellery, Textiles and Materials Programme. The post-holder will lead the knitted textiles pathway, providing academic and pastoral support to second and third-year students, and working collaboratively with the course team to develop an inclusive and forward-thinking curriculum. 

Key duties include teaching and assessment in knitted textiles, curriculum innovation, student engagement, and maintaining academic standards. The role involves contributing to strategic planning, quality assurance, and initiatives that enhance student experience and outcomes. The post-holder is also expected to remain informed on current debates such as decolonising the curriculum and addressing awarding gaps, and to participate in relevant university committees and course reviews. 

About you

The ideal candidate will have a degree in textile design or a related field, with a teaching qualification (PG Cert or equivalent) considered an advantage. They should have strong knowledge of knitted textile processes in both academic and industry contexts, including digital tools. Experience in higher education teaching and assessment is essential, along with a reflective, inclusive, and innovative teaching approach. The candidate should demonstrate relevant research, knowledge exchange, or professional practice in knitted textiles. Strong teamwork, course management experience, and the ability to plan and manage resources effectively are key, with leadership experience seen as a plus. 

What we offer

To recognise the hard work of our staff and their contributions, we provide a wide range of benefits – please check our careers site/Canvas for further information as conditions and exclusions apply:

▪ 39 days of annual leave and 2 days off to volunteer plus bank holidays
▪ Flexible and Dynamic working options available from the first day
▪ Discounted Medical Insurance including Digital GP service, therapies, in-patient and day-case treatment
▪ Free counselling and advice via our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
▪ Sector-leading Equal Parental Leave policy (6 months full pay for both parents) 
▪ Teachers Pension scheme
▪ In-house training and development including apprenticeships and free places on creative courses
▪ Interest free loans on travel and tech, discounts on gym memberships, nursery fees, eye care and much more
▪ Various opportunities to attend student shows and exhibitions

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.

We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That's why we are proud to hold a Bronze Award from the Race Equality Charter (REC), are members of the Business Disability Forum and Employers for Carers, and maintain our status as a Disability Confident Scheme and Living Wage employer.