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Sessional Lecturer in Photography & Graphics

£47.56Zero HoursPermanentNot specifiedHealthcare
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 19 March 2026

Job Description

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.

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi28%
AI exposure (AIOE)i62%

This role involves a mix of human-centered tasks (motivating, mentoring, adapting to student needs) and tasks that can be supported or partially automated by AI (lesson planning, assessment, record-keeping). While technology can augment many aspects, the creative, interpersonal, and adaptive elements of teaching resist full automation. However, exposure to AI augmentation is high, especially for content creation and administrative duties.

Task analysis

  • Design and deliver engaging lessons in photography and graphic design for Further and Higher Education students.
  • Guide students through assessment and portfolio development, providing feedback and support.
  • Inspire and motivate learners to experiment, develop, and grow creatively.
  • Develop and update course materials and resources to reflect current industry practices.
  • Assess student work and progress, maintaining records and reporting outcomes.
  • Contribute to departmental meetings and collaborative planning with colleagues.
  • Support students with diverse needs, adapting teaching methods as necessary.
  • Stay current with developments in photography and graphic design to inform teaching.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible
UK SOC2020: 2312Further education teaching professionals
O*NET: 25-2021.00 Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
AI analysis: 16 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Human health activities · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £40k
UK sector median
£32,841
UK sector mean
£37,924
£0£10k£20k£30k

👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Leverage AI tools for lesson planning and resource creation.
  • Use generative AI for visual content demonstrations and feedback.
  • Automate assessment tracking with learning management system plugins.

📈 Disruption outlook

10%1 yr
22%5 yrs
38%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)

🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

🤖 AI AgentCopilot for Education

Automates lesson planning and resource adaptation.

💻 TechnologyMoodle AI Plugins

Streamlines assessment marking and feedback provision.

🌍 OutsourcingOnline Guest Lecturers

Brings specialist skills for short-term modules remotely.

Recommendation

Augment role

AI boosts efficiency, but creative teaching and mentoring need human expertise.

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Copilot for Word

Drafts lesson plans and course materials efficiently.

Power Automate

Automates student assessment record-keeping tasks.

Copilot for PowerPoint

Creates engaging, visual teaching presentations quickly.

Key Skills

Education and TrainingExpertPresentation SkillsAdvancedContent CreationAdvancedCritical ThinkingIntermediateActive ListeningAdvancedTeamworkIntermediateEnglish LanguageAdvancedPhotographyExpertGraphic DesignExpertReport WritingIntermediate

Knowledge Areas

Education and TrainingClient Service and Relationship ManagementReporting and DocumentationComputer and Office SoftwarePsychology and Human BehaviorDigital Platforms and AnalyticsProfessional Ethics and Standards

O*NET Competency Skills

InstructingLearning StrategiesSpeakingActive ListeningCritical ThinkingMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationReading ComprehensionService OrientationWritingActive LearningJudgment and Decision MakingTime ManagementComplex Problem Solving

Alternative Career Paths

Curriculum Developer85% match

Designs and develops educational materials and programs for academic or professional settings.

Instructional Designer80% match

Creates engaging learning experiences and instructional materials for schools or organizations.

Academic Advisor75% match

Guides students in educational planning and career development within academic institutions.

Creative Director65% match

Leads creative teams in developing visual concepts for media, advertising, or design agencies.

Professional Photographer60% match

Works independently or with organizations to produce photographic content for various purposes.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

Microsoft Outlook

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Training and Teaching Others
  • Assisting and Caring for Others
  • Working with Computers
  • Coaching and Developing Others
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Thinking Creatively
  • Scheduling Work and Activities
  • Developing Objectives and Strategies
  • Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
  • Developing and Building Teams

Anthropic Economic Index

Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗

CC-BY Research

Observed Claude Usage

10%

of conversations

Classic Auto. Risk

0%

Frey & Osborne

Job Zone

4/5

Considerable prep

O*NET Median Salary

£46k

US ref. $58k · fx 0.79

Occupational family: Education, Training, and Library

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