About the University of Sunderland
The University of Sunderland offers life-changing opportunities for 27,500 students across its campuses in Sunderland, London, Hong Kong, and through global partnerships with learning institutions in 19 countries. We're proud to be a top 50 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2024), with top-quality facilities, inclusive culture, and our vibrant, ever-changing city.
The University of Sunderland is in an exciting phase of its development with a new vision and redefined strategic ambitions designed to take advantage of the ever-changing higher education landscape at home and overseas.
About the role
An excellent opportunity has arisen within The Faculty of Education, Society and Creative Industries for a qualified and experienced Senior Lecturer in Fashion. Working predominantly in Priestman Building based on City Campus you will undertake programme leadership of the BA(Hons) Fashion Design and Promotion programme as well as module leadership and teaching. The Fashion programme is also delivered oversees with multiple TNE partners and you will support TNE colleagues in the successful delivery of the course.
Please note, this is a fixed-term contract until 31/08/2026
What you can bring
The successful candidate will have experience teaching and leading a programme and experience engaging and working with industry to enhance programme and student experience. You will have skills in fashion design, pattern cutting and garment making.
What we can offer you
Our University is not just a place of academic excellence, but also a community that embraces inclusivity and support. We value our staff and offer a rewarding package that goes beyond just salary. At the University of Sunderland, we prioritise not only your professional growth but also your happiness and well-being.
- Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement of 36 days, along with an additional 5 closure days over the Christmas break and 8 Bank Holidays.
- Enrolment into our pension scheme, ensuring your financial security for the future.
- Access to our “My Lifestyle Benefits Platform”, where you can enjoy online discounts at hundreds of retailers every day. Plus, take advantage of exclusive schemes that allow you to purchase a new car, bike, or technology at a discounted rate.
- Your health and well-being are important to us. That's why we provide access to discounted private medical insurance, health cash plans, and guidance on financial well-being.
- Maintaining an active lifestyle is made easy with discounted membership for CitySpace Fitness, our state-of-the-art facility for sports and social activities.
Equality, diversity & inclusion
We strongly believe that an inclusive university, where a diverse range of individuals feel valued and have equal opportunity to get into work and reach their potential, is good for our staff, students, university, and society.
Our work on equality, diversity and inclusivity has never been more important. We believe inclusivity is an essential value at the heart of what we do, and we want all our staff to be part of that journey with us.
Our recent staff survey conducted in 2023 showed that 97% of our staff believed that we were committed to achieving an inclusive university.
The closing date for applications is 1 July (23.59 GMT).
For any informal enquiries please contact, Sarah Riach - sarah.riach@sunderland.ac.uk
Job Details Department Education, Society & Creative Industries - School of Media & Creative Industries Location Sunderland Campus Salary £46,110 to £57,424 Hours per Week 37 Closing Date Tuesday 01 July 2025 Interview Date Monday 07 July 2025 Reference 0198-25-R
