Please can you post the following job advert it is TIME SENSITIVE Regards Katharine Osborne
Subject Leader, Historic Building Conservation and Repair, West Dean College, West Sussex, UK The Edward James Foundation is a charitable educational trust located on the 6,400 acre West Dean Estate in beautiful West Sussex countryside near Chichester, specialising in creative and applied arts. As well as being a respected educational institution; the historic house and collections, the stunning grounds and gardens open to the public, and the year round events and exhibitions make West Dean truly unique. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic conservation professional to be the Subject Leader in the School of Conservation specialising in Historic Building Conservation and Repair. Under the direction of the Head of School, this role will be responsible for the academic leadership, organisation and delivery of the programme drawing on the latest knowledge and developments in technology, craft, and science applicable to historic buildings, archaeological sites and monuments. The Building Conservation Masterclasses have been established at West Dean College for over 20 years and provide a unique combination of theory and practice. They take place in well-equipped workshops which includes the purpose-built ruinette which provides examples of historic masonry and brickwork. Courses are delivered by a range of experienced course tutors all of whom are established professionals in their field. These courses comprise one of a broad portfolio of disciplines supported by the School of Conservation. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in the professional practice of building conservation, with significant experience of teaching, assessment and administration in higher education. Crucial to the role is also practical experience and expertise in applied building conservation techniques, and the ability to teach through practice. For the full job description, person specification and terms and conditions of employment, please contact [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> or visit our website www.westdean.org.uk The closing date for applications is: 28th February 2017 The contents of this message are for the attention and use of the intended addressee only. If you receive it in error, please inform the sender by return email. ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Archives through August 2016 at http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/ Archives from September 2016 onward at https://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/
