Fashion Technical Adviser (Garment Pattern Cutting & Manufacturing) (0233-26) - Derby, DE22 1GB

Fashion Technical Adviser (Garment Pattern Cutting & Manufacturing) ) - Derby, DE22 1GB

About the University

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The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region.

We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. 

Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills.

About the College/Department

At the heart of shaping future professionals and creative thinkers, the College of Health and Humanities brings together three dynamic and diverse schools:

School of Nursing and Midwifery 
Preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals through hands-on learning, expert teaching, and strong industry partnerships. Our courses are designed to meet the demands of real-world practice and improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.

School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation 

From state-of-the-art clinical simulation suites and specialist sport facilities to valuable placement opportunities, the School of Health, Sport and Rehabilitation focuses on ensuring our student graduate ready for the challenges of modern healthcare, sport and rehabilitation. Our career-focused courses are designed with industry partners and delivered by experienced academics and practitioners.

School of Humanities, Law and Creative Arts 
Celebrating creativity, critical thinking, and cultural exploration. This school nurtures writers, performers, thinkers and artists, offering opportunities to grow intellectually and creatively across subjects like English, History, Creative Writing, Fine Art, and Media.

The School brings together a wide range of subjects, including:

• Humanities
• Law
• Journalism and Media
• Policing, Criminology and Social Sciences
• Creative Arts

Whether exploring the past, shaping future policy, telling powerful stories, or creating inspiring work, our students develop the skills and confidence to contribute meaningfully to society and the creative industries.

Together, the College of Health and Humanities delivers a rich, interdisciplinary environment where students gain the skills, experience, and inspiration to make a meaningful impact in society.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Fashion Technical Adviser to join our Technical Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside academic colleagues and students, providing expert technical support across our fashion programmes while helping to create an outstanding learning environment.

As Fashion Technical Adviser, you will play a key role in supporting teaching, learning and creative practice within our fashion workshops. Working closely with staff and students, you will provide specialist expertise in garment pattern cutting, construction and manufacturing, ensuring students develop practical skills using industry-standard techniques and equipment.

You will prepare workshops for teaching, demonstrate specialist equipment, maintain machinery and resources, advise on garment construction methods, and contribute to the safe and effective operation of our technical facilities. You’ll also support student projects, competition garments and wider School activities, working collaboratively within a dedicated technical team.

This post is offered on a part time (18.5 hours per week), 2 year fixed-term contract.

About You

We are seeking a knowledgeable professional with practical industry or educational experience in garment construction, pattern cutting, and manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience operating and maintaining industrial sewing machinery and pressing equipment, alongside a strong understanding of garment construction techniques, pattern drafting, fitting, finishing, and production methods.

You will be confident in fault-finding, developing, constructing, and producing high-quality garments for coursework and competition purposes. The role requires the ability to effectively demonstrate industry-standard equipment and garment construction techniques to both individual students and larger groups, supporting learning and skills development in a practical workshop environment. Therefore strong communication skills are essential.

A sound understanding of Health & Safety requirements within a workshop setting is essential, with the ability to promote safe working practices and support compliance across all activities. The ideal candidate will be passionate about sharing their expertise, inspiring learners, and maintaining professional standards in garment production and education.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Jo Newton, Technical Team Leader via j

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our  website  for more information.

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Closing Date: 12 Oct 2026

Area: Technical Support

Salary: £30,577 to £32,455 per annum pro rata
(for exceptional performers, there is scope for further progression up to £37,323.25 per annum, pro rata)