Ceramics Studio & Craft Tutor (ATU-Accredited Programme) – DCCI Academy (Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny)
Connexus Recruit is proud to partner with Design & Crafts Council Ireland (DCCI) on the appointment of a Ceramics Studio & Craft Tutor for the DCCI Academy in Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny.
This is a hands‑on, workshop‑based role supporting the delivery of a new ATU‑accredited 3‑year Ceramics programme, launching September 2026. You’ll work alongside an appointed ATU Lecturer, helping to shape a high‑quality studio learning environment and deliver practical teaching in a busy workshop setting.
Location: Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny (fully onsite)
Reporting to: Head of Craft & Education
Programme launch: September 2026
Start: Ideally by March 2026 (to support studio setup and readiness for launch)
The opportunity
This is an ideal role for a practising ceramicist with strong studio capability who also enjoys teaching, mentoring and maintaining professional workshop standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in the day‑to‑day running of the ceramics studio/workshop, supporting students and helping the course team continuously improve delivery and learning outcomes.
Key responsibilities
Deliver high‑quality practical teaching and demonstrations across ceramics modules
Supervise and manage studio activity safely in a busy workshop environment
Embed employability and transversal skills into hands‑on learning
Support curriculum implementation and ongoing course development (schemes of work, materials, assessment alignment)
Participate in course team meetings, moderation/verification and quality assurance cycles
Contribute to course reviews, action plans and continuous improvement
Student support
Participate in student selection, enrolment and induction activities
Act as Course Tutor for a designated student group, supporting progress and progression routes
Identify learners requiring additional support and refer appropriately
Admin & compliance
Maintain accurate registers, student records, assessment and progress reports
Provide information required for ATU/DCCI reporting and accreditation
Promote and implement safeguarding, health & safety and DCCI policies
Flexibility
Course delivery may include teaching outside standard 9–5 hours.
Recent (last 2 years) relevant industry experience in a ceramics studio/workshop setting
Experience designing and delivering learning/training in a practical/vocational environment
Experience teaching/training young people and/or adults
Strong workshop health & safety mindset; relevant H&S qualification highly advantageous
Comfort using IT systems (Microsoft tools; Moodle/SharePoint or similar VLE)
Qualifications (as per DCCI/ATU requirements)
Degree (desired) in a relevant subject area
Teaching qualification preferred; if not held, you’ll be required to obtain one within 2 years of appointment
Ability to assess learners across a range of course types (including micro‑credentials where relevant)
Garda Vetting (enhanced level) required
How to apply
Apply via LinkedIn using the Apply button.
If you experience any issues applying, email your CV to niall@connexusrecruit.com (subject: DCCI | Ceramics Studio & Craft Tutor | Thomastown).
If you’re currently based outside Ireland, please include your location, notice period, and whether you have the right to work in Ireland.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Education, Art/Creative, and Administrative
Industries
Design Services, Education Administration Programs, and Performing Arts
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