Lecturer - Music Technology (Leeds Junior Conservatoire)

About The Role

Leeds Junior Conservatoire (LJC) is a thriving community of talented young musicians, creators and performers from across Yorkshire and the North, providing exceptional opportunities for students aged 8–18 to develop their skills, creativity and artistic ambitions. We are seeking an inspiring Music Technology Lecturer to join our Saturday School team and help shape the next generation of music producers, digital creators and artists. Working with talented musicians aged 11–18, you will support students to explore music production, recording and music technology in our professional facilities, helping them build confidence, discover new possibilities and develop their creative voice. At LJC, we are proud to offer an inclusive and supportive environment where young people from all backgrounds and experiences can thrive. Our ambition extends beyond developing musical skills; we nurture creativity, self-expression, curiosity and a lifelong love of music. As part of our close-knit and collaborative tutor team, you will work alongside passionate educators and industry professionals who are committed to creating outstanding experiences for young people. Through sharing ideas, supporting one another and continually developing our curriculum, we aim to ensure every student has the opportunity to realise their potential.

What You Will Do

• Tech Pathway – a specialist programme for students with a passion for music technology, production and creative digital practice.
• Introduction to Logic Pro – introducing beginners to Logic Pro and the fundamentals of recording, sequencing, sampling, effects and composition.
• Music Production – supporting students to develop recording, mixing and mastering skills using professional studios, Mac labs and industry-standard software.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a practitioner who enjoys helping young people explore creativity through technology, whether they aspire to be producers, composers, sound engineers, artists or simply passionate music-makers.

You Will

• Deliver engaging and inspiring weekly Music Technology classes for students aged 11–18.
• Teach Introductory Logic Pro sessions for beginners.
• Deliver Music Production classes focused on recording techniques, mixing, mastering and studio practice.
• Support students to develop their creative, technical and collaborative skills.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the ongoing enhancement of the Leeds Junior Conservatoire programme.
• Undertake teaching-related administration and assessment as required.
• Participate in staff development activities and collaborate with colleagues to enhance teaching and learning practice.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Essential
• A degree in Music, Music Technology, Music Production or a related subject.
• Expertise in music technology and digital music production.
• Experience teaching or working with young people under 18.
• Experience working with students of mixed abilities.
• Strong communication, organisation and classroom management skills.
• A commitment to inclusive music education and supporting young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Availability to work on Saturdays during term time.

• Desirable
• Professional experience within the music industry.
• Experience using Logic Pro in educational and professional contexts.
• A teaching qualification.
• Evidence of continued professional development in music education, safeguarding or inclusion.

Any offer of employment will be made subject to an enhanced DBS check, which will be sought by the LJC for the successful applicant.

Benefits

• Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 35 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff).
• Generous Pension schemes
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• The People’s Pension
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card). Staff can also receive discounted tickets to ‘The Venue’.
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements

About Us

Leeds Conservatoire is a successful higher education provider dedicated to music, theatre, and performance, offering a vibrant and supportive learning environment for aspiring artists. Our strong industry connections provide students with invaluable real-world experience and opportunities, equipping them for successful careers in the creative sectors. We pride ourselves on creating a rewarding and stimulating workplace for our staff, fostering collaboration and innovation within a supportive and creative community. We are committed to nurturing the next generation of artists and are proud to contribute to the vibrant cultural landscape of Leeds and beyond. At Leeds Conservatoire, we offer development opportunities, allowing our staff to thrive alongside a diverse team of leading professionals and talented students. Our state-of-the-art facilities and thriving student community further enhance our creative environment, making it an inspiring place to work and grow.

As an organisation committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, we are constantly striving to recruit staff which are representative of our student body and the wider region, to enable us to bring new voices to our community.

SAFEGUARDING

At Leeds Conservatoire we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. 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

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and select candidates on merit against the person specification. Our Processes Are Designed To provide equal opportunity and comply with relevant equality legislation; reduce bias through structured, evidence-based assessment; make reasonable adjustments where needed so candidates can perform at their best. We are committed to a respectful working environment where people are treated with dignity, and where a range of perspectives can be expressed and discussed appropriately within the law and our policies.