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About the role
Are you ready to spark creativity and help shape the future of photography and graphic design on the Island?
UCM is looking for an enthusiastic Sessional Lecturer in Photography & Graphics to bring real industry experience into the classroom. You’ll inspire learners at both Higher Education and Further Education levels, deliver high‑quality teaching, and create an environment where students feel confident to experiment, develop and grow. If you enjoy motivating others and want to make a meaningful impact through education, this could be the perfect fit.
Joining UCM means becoming part of a supportive, forward‑thinking community committed to helping staff and students thrive. You’ll design engaging lessons, guide learners through assessment and portfolio development, and contribute to maintaining our strong reputation for excellence. With great facilities and a collaborative team behind you, you’ll play a key role in helping our students succeed. If you’re passionate, proactive and ready to share your expertise, we’d love to hear from you.
A workplace that invests in you
✔ A choice of two generous pension schemes, where your employer will double your contributions (up to a maximum of 15%).
✔ Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors through the ACTIV8 scheme.
✔ Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
✔ Free on-site car parking and two on-site canteens.
Working for the Isle of Man Public Service
We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.
We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.
The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.
Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.
We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.
Things to note
An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.
Ready to apply?
We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at HR@UCM.AC.IM.
To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying.
Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online, please contact us on 01624 685000 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.