LECTURER IN DANCE (BALLET) in Leeds

Welcome to our dance faculty, a space where creativity thrives and is celebrated, and the art of dance is passionately embraced.

NSCD is a distinguished institution at the forefront of dance education in the UK. Embodying a vibrant and creative culture, our institution stands out as a beacon of artistic exploration. We foster an environment where both staff and students are encouraged to explore the realms of art and the broader world.

Sharon Watson MBE DL
CEO and Principal

Job details

Hours of work: Minimum of 37 hours per week (based on full time role) or Minimum of 29.6 hours per week (based on part time role 0.8FTE)

Remuneration: £29,560 - £40,918 (based on a full time role and dependent on qualifications and experience). Pro rata for 0.8FTE.

Contract: Permanent

What we are looking for

We are currently looking for a new member of staff to join our teaching team full-time, or we also welcome applications from those interested in a part-time 0.8FTE contract (4 days per week).

For this appointment, we are particularly interested in applicants with expertise in teaching ballet for contemporary dancers.

At NSCD, we emphasise the importance of situating embodied experience within its cultural context and therefore we are looking for applicants that work with an awareness of how practice relates to cultural, political and sociological issues; and be able to work with inclusive practice at the forefront of their teaching. The applicant will need to be able to deliver physical classwork relevant to contemporary dancers to a high level, engaging with the training, education and creative development of emerging dance artists.

We are particularly interested in applicants from underrepresented groups.

As well as teaching duties, the role will work with colleagues to coordinate and contribute to the planning, development and delivery of an inspiring Higher Education curriculum, within a Conservatoire setting. The postholder will work with the Head of Faculties/Director of Studies in the administration of modules, working with Curriculum Leads to inform currency and development in the teaching of contemporary dancers.

The role will actively contribute to course promotion and student recruitment.

Our Core Values

NSCD strives to provide an environment that is open, honest and transparent.

• We aim to ensure that team work and mutual respect within our diverse environment is valued.
• We aim to support staff to work professionally and effectively to enjoy job satisfaction.
• We value all staff and their contribution to the School’s vision:

We expect staff to maintain high standards of personal and professional conduct at all times.

All staff should ensure that their conduct is appropriate to the ethos and policies of the school to protect the wellbeing of all employees and students. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work.

Information in Support of this Application

• Candidates may choose how they complete the ‘Information in Support of this Application’ section (written/audio/video/presentation).
• Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a teaching observation.
• A further shortlisting will take place, after which successful candidates attend a structured interview (with questions shared in advance) OR prepare a presentation addressing the questions, either in person, remotely, or via telephone.
• Reasonable adjustments are offered at every stage.
• Decisions are based on consistent, role-related criteria.

This approach allows applicants multiple opportunities to demonstrate their strengths while reducing barriers that may be unrelated to their ability to perform the role.

For questions about the role or for an informal discussion, please contact Matthew Slater (Head of Undergraduate Studies) on matthew.slater@nscd.ac.uk .

For questions about the application/interview process or to discuss access needs and request reasonable adjustments, please contact jobs@nscd.ac.uk

Northern School of Contemporary Dance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and vulnerable adults and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. The School is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community .

About Northern School of Contemporary Dance

Northern School of Contemporary Dance (NSCD) is one of the leading dance training institutions in the UK. As a Higher Education Institution, we offer full-time undergraduate and postgraduate courses for around 250 students. NSCD is an ambitious, small specialist institution, internationally recognised as a centre of excellence for dance education and with a growing reputation as a centre for dance development.

Based in Chapeltown, Leeds, just outside the city centre, our unique and characterful campus comprises 7 dance studios, offices and teaching areas, a fitness centre plus a bar and café. Central to our building is the Riley Theatre, a 250-capacity professional dance theatre managed by NSCD which hosts national and international touring dance companies as well as student performances throughout the year for the wider community to enjoy.

Our standard opening hours are 9.00am to 9.00pm Monday to Friday and 9.00am to 5.00pm on weekends during term time. Out of term time, opening hours are slightly reduced.

As well as our Higher Education programmes, we deliver and host a wide range of community dance classes and run a Centre for Advanced Training for talented young people. Out of term, we also hold Easter and Summer School courses. The School is an incredibly busy, vibrant and dynamic learning environment where in a busy week over one thousand visitors could use our facilities in one way or another.

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Northern School of Contemporary Dance
98 Chapeltown Road, Leeds, LS7 4BH