Vocational Trainer in Performing Arts in Banbury

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Vocational Trainer in Performing Arts within the Createch Faculty based at Banbury College. This post provides an excellent opportunity for a practitioner/tutor or developing teacher with passion and drive who is committed to enabling our students to unlock their potential and switch on to the power of learning.

The post will be to support the teaching and skill development of students on our Performing Arts courses across a range of Level 2 and Level 3 Performing and Production Arts courses. The Vocational Trainer role is highly varied, with each day bringing a different mix of responsibilities. This includes technician duties, preparing and maintaining theatre and studio spaces, managing equipment loans (check-in/out), tracking and ordering resources, and ensuring safe working practices at all times. The role also involves maintaining well-organised, high-quality creative spaces, workshops and equipment stores.

Working side by side with teaching staff, our team of Vocational Trainers are responsible for guiding students as they build a wide base of practical skills up to Level 4 in Technical and Production, so a Performing Arts teacher with the ability to offer some backstage or technical elements would be a significant advantage. This is a permanent, part-time role working 18.5 hours per week (0.5 FTE). While the rest of the hours are flexible, you must be able to work on Mondays and Thursdays.

What do you need to be successful as a Vocational Trainer at Activate Learning?

• Successful candidates will have an appropriate professional qualification and/or a degree, preferably with a generalist Performing Arts background with a variety of specialisms, such as acting, devising, movement or voice.
• The ability to deliver any technical or production elements would be desirable.
• While we would prefer applications from those with teaching experience in a secondary or FE setting, we would consider applications from inexperienced trainers who can demonstrate a can-do attitude, are student-focused, and have the ability to inspire our learners and a willingness to develop skills within teaching and learning.
• You will need to have a flexible approach, coupled with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• You will have an open mindset and attitude towards technology and virtual learning tools.
• Along with current Maths and English skills, you will also demonstrate the ability to engage and develop students and role model the attributes that we develop within our learners.
• Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate their desire and ability to work alongside the wider team to develop links with local businesses and the wider community to build and engage students in valuable work experience and project-based learning.

Performing Arts sits within the wider Creative Industries and Createch Faculty (including Art & Design, Media, Games, IT and Esports). There may be opportunity to combine this role with other part-time positions within the faculty, depending on a candidate’s skillset. Applicants interested in this should outline this clearly in their personal statement.

What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?

Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learning's mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one. In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.

Why work with the Activate Learning Group?

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: Continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for Activate Learning staff.
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission. Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts. Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expects all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level. Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning is committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.