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Jewellery Course Director
As course director of a higher-education jewellery programme, you oversee delivery of content and monitor student progress as well as teach
further education students or adult learners. You have a well-rounded expertise in jewellery making, materials, manufacture and design and can confidently present metal jewellery making techniques:
Clean up castings
Solder
Polish to a very high standard
Wax carving techniques
Size and resize rings
Gemstones and setting styles
You use learning objectives to impart your knowledge to students learning to make basic jewellery or couples wanting to make their own wedding rings.
You are energetic, flexible and comfortable working closely with others in a small team as well as hosting and giving excellent service to customers in a workshop.
Length of Training
3-5 years
Salary Expectations
£45,000
Qualification Requirements
Experience
3-5 years jewellery experience.
Knowledge
Skills
• Confident in speaking to small groups and 1:1
• Follow instructions and finish work to a high standard
• Self-motivated and able to work well in a team
• Organised, efficient and good with deadlines
•Forge relationships with senior stakeholders
• Work in a fast-paced environment
Personal Attributes
Qualification Requirements
Ideally, a jewellery degree
Role Also Called
Tutor, Teacher, Course tutor
