Manchester School of Art
Hourly Pay Rate:
£13.45 hourly pay + £1.62 per hour holiday rate
Hours Per Week
6
Duration of role:
Short term role
All Locations
Manchester campus (Jobs4Students)
Closing Date:
25 Oct 2026

Job Description

The current opportunity is available to current Manchester Met students only. To be eligible, you must be based in the UK for the duration of the role.

We're looking for a confident and supportive Interior Design student to join the BA (Hons) Interior Design programme as a Software Skills Demonstrator.

In this role, you'll support Level 4 students during Vectorworks skills sessions, helping them develop their confidence and understanding of the software.

Working alongside academic staff, you'll provide guidance to students who may be finding the software challenging and help create a positive and encouraging learning environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to build your teaching, communication and teamwork skills while gaining valuable paid experience that will enhance your CV.

Full training will be provided before the sessions begin, including guidance on how to support students effectively, when to refer queries to academic staff, and practical tips for facilitating learning in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support Level 4 Interior Design students during Vectorworks teaching sessions.
  • Assist students with technical drawing and modelling tasks.
  • Provide clear, patient and encouraging guidance to students.
  • Work closely with academic staff to ensure students receive appropriate support.
  • Attend all scheduled sessions and arrive prepared and on time.

What You'll Gain

Working as a Skills Demonstrator can help you:

  • Develop confidence in supporting and mentoring others.
  • Strengthen your communication and teamwork skills.
  • Gain valuable teaching and workplace experience.
  • Demonstrate leadership and subject expertise to future employers.
  • Make a positive impact on the student experience.

Dates and Hours

Teaching Sessions (Semester 1)

  • Friday 6 November 2026
  • Friday 13 November 2026
  • Friday 20 November 2026
  • Friday 27 November 2026
  • Friday 4 December 2026
  • Friday 11 December 2026

Hours: 6 hours per session (36 hours total)

Location: All Saints Campus, Geoffrey Manton Building

Person Specification

This opportunity is open to current Manchester Met students who meet the following criteria:

Essential Requirements

  • Currently studying a relevant Master's degree at Manchester Met.
  • Strong working knowledge of Vectorworks.
  • Confidence in applying technical drawing conventions within Interior Design projects.
  • Experience of producing technical 2D plans and sections, as well as 3D models using Vectorworks.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Reliable, organised and punctual.
Successful applicants should be able to communicate ideas clearly, support fellow students effectively, and act as positive role models within the learning environment.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a portfolio that demonstrates your experience using Vectorworks, including examples of:

  • Technical 2D plans and sections.
  • 3D modelling work.
  • Interior Design project work completed to a high standard.  
The deadline for applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 25th October.
 
Please be aware that roles may close earlier than the stated closing date, where a high number of applications are received. To ensure you have an opportunity to apply, please do so as soon as possible.
    
Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. 

We are committed to providing accessible and inclusive recruitment. If you require or would benefit from support or reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in work, please contact us by e-mailing [email protected]. This information will only be used and shared with those who require it to implement any change(s) and only at the point this is required.
 
If you have any queries, or need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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