HE Acting Lecturer (Acting and Movement for Actors) in Leeds

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Acting & Movement Techniques Lecturer to join the team delivering our BA (Hons) Acting degree at University Centre Leeds. As part of the Creative Arts team, you will deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across Higher Education acting programmes, drawing on expertise in actor-training methodologies including Stanislavski, Meisner, Chekhov, Laban, Lecoq, Viewpoints, animal studies, and physical theatre.

The role involves planning inclusive learning experiences, assessing student performance, providing constructive feedback, monitoring progress, and supporting students' personal and professional development. You will also contribute to curriculum development, maintain strong industry links to ensure teaching reflects current professional practice, and prepare students for further study and successful careers in the performing arts.

What You Will Do

• Monitor student progress, set targets, implement interventions, and motivate learners to achieve their goals and progress confidently.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons and assessment activities, adapting teaching methods to meet diverse learner needs while providing constructive feedback and maintaining accurate records.
• Apply effective assessment strategies, contribute to internal verification and quality assurance processes, and promote high levels of attendance, retention, and achievement.
• Continuously reflect on and improve teaching practice, maintain up-to-date industry knowledge, and contribute to curriculum development to ensure courses remain relevant and aligned with industry standards.

About You

• Passionate, student-focused educator and/or experienced acting professional committed to high-quality teaching.
• Skilled in engaging and motivating diverse learners through varied teaching and assessment methods to help them achieve their full potential.
• Reflective practitioner dedicated to continuous professional development, enhancing teaching through industry knowledge and connections.
• Strong communicator with excellent organisational, lesson planning, time management, and student progress monitoring skills.
• Experienced in teaching actor-training methodologies including Stanislavski, Meisner, Chekhov, Laban Movement Analysis, Lecoq, Viewpoints, and physical theatre.
• Holds a Level 5 teaching qualification (e.g. Cert Ed or PGCE), or is willing to achieve one within two years.
• Holds a relevant vocational qualification or degree in the subject area.

Benefits

• Annual Leave Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays.
• Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays.
• Pension Schemes With Generous Employer Contributions.
• CPD Opportunities: Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
• Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

At University Centre Leeds, we provide a supportive higher education environment designed to promote and enhance independent learning. We have access to industry standard equipment unique to many of our subject areas. These range from our makeup studios to practical science labs. We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You'll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. Choosing to work for University Centre Leeds means that you will be part of an inclusive and progressive learning environment.

SAFEGUARDING

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group's values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool.