Lecturer In Furniture And Fittings

Overview
Job Title: Lecturer in Furniture and Fittings
Reporting to: Academic – Faculty Head / Programme Directors; Administration – Faculty Administrator
Location: Griffith College Dublin, South Circular Road
Hours of work: As per course requirements; additional hours may be required in line with the needs of the service.
Job Summary
Applications are invited for a part-time lecturing role in the Faculty of Design.
The Furniture and Fittings module is a 5 ECTS module offered on the following programmes:
Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture and Design, Award Year, NFQ Level 7
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Interior Architecture, Stage 2, NFQ Level 7
We are seeking a lecturer with in-depth knowledge of Furniture and Fittings who can prepare learners to meet industry requirements.
The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and a passion for sharing knowledge.
Purpose
The primary focus of this post is to play an active role in the academic direction of the module, including teaching, assessment and administration.
Website: Griffith College site:
For more information on the Faculty of Design see:
Advertising Date: Monday 7 July 2025
Closing Date: Monday 4 August 2025
Interview Date: Week of Monday 11 August 2025
Required Qualifications
Candidates will be expected to have a Level 9 qualification or equivalent in interior or product design, or a cognate discipline; proven teaching excellence and ability to support curriculum development; demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills; excellent interpersonal skills; and the ability to build relationships and to work collaboratively.
Membership of a professional body and any record of research, scholarship and publications are an advantage.
Note: Please read the Guidelines for Mock Lecture below.
Successful Applicants – Attributes
In-depth knowledge of Furniture and Fittings and the ability to prepare learners to meet industry requirements, develop and deliver learning and teaching materials, and teach the module.
Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated with strong organisational abilities; competence in workroom management, digital presentation and learning management systems.
Ensure the efficient and effective delivery of teaching programmes in line with college policy; contribute to leading-edge practice and may undertake research activity.
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to build relations and work collaboratively.
Experience of working flexibly, exchanging information, supporting colleagues and contributing to programme development.
Willing to arrange related student activities.
Understanding and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.
Membership of a professional body is an advantage.
Furniture and Fittings Module (Semester 1, 5 ECTS)
Descriptor: The aim of the module is to enable the learner to develop skills in designing and detailing innovative furniture and fittings solutions.
The main objective is to give learners a broad understanding of the design, manufacturing and sourcing process in relation to furniture.
Guidelines for Mock Lecture
As part of the interview process, candidates are required to give a 5 to 10 minute mock lecture to the interview panel as if they were students.
The lecture should cover an item (or items) from an existing or proposed programme offered by the Faculty or Department.
The candidate may use media or teaching aids, including and projector, but is encouraged to use new technology.
The lecture should not be the first lecture in a module and should not be a full overview of a module.
The lecture will focus on explaining a particular aspect of the module to students who are unfamiliar with the topic.
The lecturer should begin by outlining any prior knowledge the students are expected to have.
Questions may be asked during or after the lecture.
About Griffith College
Griffith College is Ireland's largest independent third-level institution with locations in Dublin, Cork and Limerick.
The main campus is on South Circular Road.
The College has a national and growing international reputation for student success and offers internationally recognised degree programmes and professional training solutions.
There are over 7,000 students and Griffith College is a designated educational institute of QQI.
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Our Vision
Empowering learners to achieve their career and life potential
Why work for Griffith College?
Competitive salary package
Access to health cash plan for self and family through salary sacrifice
Free parking facilities
Onsite subsidised restaurant
Stunning historical premises
Vibrant multidisciplinary and multicultural learning environment
Innovative and agile place to work
Welcoming environment committed to learner and staff development
Dublin campus on South Circular Road
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive.
It is intended as an outline of proposed areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing environment within the Faculty and the College.
Griffith College is an equal opportunities employer.
All candidates applying for teaching posts must undergo a mock lecture before being interviewed and may be asked to demonstrate ability via portfolio.
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