At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and inspire students in vocal performance across various genres.
- Company: Join Bath College, a vibrant community dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Enjoy 40 days holiday, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on aspiring performers and shape the future of the arts.
- Qualifications: Degree in Performing Arts or related field; teaching qualification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Salary: Unqualified Lecturer Salary (P25-P27 £30,348.15 - £32,186.70) per annum. Qualified Lecturer Salary L5 and above (P27-P35 £32,186.70 - £40,015.50) per annum.
Key Purpose: To plan, deliver and evaluate engaging, industry-relevant teaching, learning and assessment across Performing Arts programmes (Levels 1-3), with a specialist focus on vocal performance. The role will support learners in developing vocal technique, performance confidence, and stylistic versatility across genres including musical theatre, contemporary commercial music, and other vocal disciplines. The postholder will contribute to curriculum development, recruitment, and the effective running of the department, while maintaining high standards of teaching, safeguarding, and student support.
Bath College is an inclusive education and training community, providing learning for people with a wide range of abilities from a far-reaching area, from entry level to Level 5 programmes. We are committed to meeting the needs of all our students. This is a very exciting time to join the College. If you feel you can make a positive contribution, please complete the application form, making sure you detail how your qualifications, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role. The job posting can close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality teaching in Performing Arts, with a specialism in vocals and singing technique, including musical theatre repertoire and contemporary styles.
- Plan and deliver vocal training sessions covering technique, repertoire, ensemble singing, audition preparation, and performance practice.
- Support learners through rehearsals, devising processes, and public performance.
- Differentiating delivery to meet the needs of mixed-ability groups, including both trained singers and beginners.
- Monitor and assess learner progress in line with awarding body requirements.
- Embed equality, diversity, and inclusion within teaching content and the performing arts industry context.
Skills, Knowledge And Expertise:
- Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.
- Degree-level qualification in Musical Theatre, Performing Arts, Music or related subject.
- GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above).
Staff Benefits:
- Generous paid holiday entitlement of 40 days, exclusive of College closure days and public holidays. Pro rata for part-time roles.
- One Selfie Day per year.
- Contributory salary pension scheme (Teacher’s Pension).
- Continuing Professional Development for all staff.
- Laptop Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Private Healthcare Scheme.
- £500 Refer a friend and earn a reward.
- Subsidised cafes - at both campuses.
- Employee Assistance Programme: Staff have access to this programme, a free and strictly confidential short-term counselling and support service (up to six meetings after an initial assessment session with a qualified counsellor).
- The College offers an eye sight test for anyone who meets the criteria as described within the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations.
- Progressive family friendly policies (exceeding statutory requirements) that support a healthy work/life balance; all staff are entitled to request flexible working.
- Discounted treatments at the Academy, Bath Campus.
- Free parking at the Somer Valley Campus in Radstock.
About Bath College: Welcome to Bath College, a vibrant and successful College with two campuses, one in the centre of Bath and one in the rural setting of Radstock. We pride ourselves on providing training for the region’s future workforce by offering courses in both vocational and traditional academic subjects to students from across Bath, Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire and beyond.
To apply: Please visit our website and complete an application form. Interview date: Thursday 2 July 2026.
Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Lecturer in Performing Arts and Music (Vocals Specialist) - Bath College employer: BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL
Bath College is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work environment that prioritises professional development and employee well-being. With generous benefits such as 40 days of paid holiday, flexible working policies, and access to private healthcare, staff are supported in achieving a healthy work-life balance while contributing to the education of diverse learners in the beautiful city of Bath. Joining Bath College means being part of a community dedicated to fostering talent and creativity in the performing arts.
Contact Details:
BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL Recruitment Team
