Digital Technician - Higher Education

About the role 

The FRA has been innovative in its approach to Higher Education. Our accelerated degree programmes are unique within fashion business education in the UK. They are delivered over 2 years and include industry placement and mentoring opportunities.

Due to our success and plans to expand our programme offer we are looking to recruit a Digital Technician to join our dedicated Higher Education team and support with the delivery of all courses across our Higher Education provision.

The Digital Technician is a key role in ensuring the provision of a professional, high-quality, effective, and efficient learning support to our students undertaking Higher Education qualifications. The role supports academic colleagues to develop and maintain good working environments, significantly contributing to the day-to-day support for students in their learning, digital and practical skills development, as well as ensuring both our practical workshops and portable machinery are working effectively and equipped for classes, as per the specific course requirements. 

About you

• You will have a BA/ BSc (Hons) Degree, or comparable CPD.
• Knowledge and ability to use IT facilities and packages effectively.
• Knowledge of the contemporary requirements of teaching within a Higher Education setting.
• Substantial fashion or related industry professional experience in a function relevant to the module area.
• Experience within the Higher Education environment.
• Working in a Technician role or similar.
• The ideal candidate will have strong people skills and the ability to lead, motivate, and collaborate with colleagues to ensure the effective development and delivery of the module.
• Creative and enthusiastic, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• An innovative and open-minded approach to curriculum design and development.
• Outstanding current knowledge of the Fashion Retail landscape.
• Passionate about driving excellence i.e. student experience.

If you are a positive and proactive individual looking to further develop your career in a dynamic and exciting environment, then we would love to hear from you!

Why The FRA?

We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other and celebrate together! At the FRA, our students are at the centre of what we do, and as a result, we offer hugely rewarding careers – whatever your role at the FRA, you have the opportunity to change a student’s life! If you are looking for a fast-paced and autonomous role where you can really demonstrate your impact, then look no further.

Our carefully curated benefits package offers something for everyone, whether you’re interested in:

• Furthering your development through funded professional qualifications and a personal growth allowance
• Generous and flexible leave that suits your lifestyle, including an around-the-world trip after 5 years’ service
• Market-leading family-friendly pay, including 6 months fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• A monthly well-being allowance and financial loan structures to support your financial health

How to apply/Next Steps: 

Please find the link to our application form here: EFI Application Form 

Please create an account and click Start Application to upload and submit your completed application form. Please note we do not accept CVs and request all applicants to submit an Application Form.  

Closing Date: 

8am on Tuesday 8 October 2024.  

Interviews/Recruitment Day: 

Tuesday 15 October 2024 in-person at Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SQ

For more information about the FRA, visit our website via the 'Apply' button above and refer to the job description. 

Please contact recruitment@efigroup.ac.uk for further information.

Advert information