EmployerACMLocationGuildford, SurreyContract TypeTemporaryHoursCasualSalary£22.50 per hourPosted26th October 2026Start DateAs Soon As PossibleExpires1st November 2026 11:59 PMContract TypeTemporaryStart DateAs Soon As PossibleJob ID1581396Job ReferenceAL-Drums-G&LStart DateAs Soon As PossibleContract Type :TemporaryJob ID: 1581396ROLE PURPOSE:This post sits predominantly within Drums. You will teach drums or related disciplines to students studying within the Academy of Contemporary Music. As an associate lecturer your duties include the delivery and assessment of modules related to your specialism.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES :To help with clarity, prior to the start of each academic year, you will be given a more specific responsibility set with associated KPIs as part of your annual review process.Curriculum Development and DeliveryReview and appropriately utilise all learning and teaching materials and resources for the modules that you teachUse your own industry and/or academic experience to enhance your teaching and support the development of your students in relation to their industry and/or academic skills and knowledgeProvide opportunities for all students in your classes to develop skills that enable their academic, personal and professional progressionDeliver a high quality teaching experience to students, engaging with CPD opportunities to enhance your teaching practiceEngage with module leaders to ensure that your classes are delivered appropriately to support a positive and accessible experience for a diverse body of studentsUndertake assessment and marking activities as appropriateTake registers and track attendance and engagement for your classes, letting module leaders know if you are concerned about any particular studentsEngage with module leaders to gather and respond to feedback from the students that you teachProvide support for the students in your classes, engaging with your module leader to signpost them to other departments and individuals as appropriateQuality Assurance and EnhancementContribute to discussions related to the course curriculum, delivery and overall student experience in relation to your areas of expertiseSupport module leader(s) to implement strategies related to attainment and retention in your classesUphold academic and professional standards in all areas of your practiceActively engage with ACM’s policies and processes regarding learning, teaching and assessmentReview and respond to feedback about the modules that you teach on, as appropriateEnsure that the classes that you teach adhere to appropriate academic standardsAdditional ResponsibilitiesAttend meetings as required to identify areas of good practice and/or riskSupport student recruitment activitiesContribute to discussions about developments to the modules that you teachSupport students in your classes, in alignment with safeguarding and wellbeing mechanisms at ACMPERSON SPECIFICATIONEssential QualificationsAn undergraduate qualification in a related subject, or equivalent experienceEssential SkillsAwareness of the current issues impacting Higher Education and the role that teaching playsExcellent IT skills and knowledgeExcellent oral and written communication skillsDesirable QualificationsA teaching qualification in Higher Education or Associate Fellowship with AdvanceHE, or a commitment to undertake qualification whilst in postExperience of curriculum design and developmentExperience supporting studentsPersonal QualitiesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAn eye for detailCollaborative team playerStrong organisational and reporting skillsAbility to work under pressure and to tight deadlinesComfortable in a fast paced environmentAbility to work on own initiative, prioritising and managing time effectivelyACM is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of our students and staff and we follow Safer Recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete screening appropriate to the post. This includes a Disclosure and Barring Service check and checks with past employers.This job purpose reflects the core activities of the post. As the Department and the post-holder develop, there will inevitably be some changes to the duties for which the post is responsible, and possibly to the emphasis of the post itself. ACM expects that the post-holder will recognise this and will adopt a flexible approach to work. This could include undertaking relevant training where necessary. Should significant changes to the job purpose become necessary, the post-holder will be consulted and the changes reflected in a revised job purpose.ACM reserves the right to close job adverts earlier than the advertised end date where required based on volume of applications.Safeguarding Statement:AC[M] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.ACM #J-18808-Ljbffr
Associate Teacher in Guildford employer: The-Academy-of-Contemporary-Music-
AC[M] Academy of Contemporary Music is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises creativity and collaboration. With campuses in Birmingham, Guildford, and London, employees benefit from a dynamic environment that encourages professional growth and development, alongside unique industry connections through our partnership with Metropolis. Join us to inspire the next generation of artists and innovators in a setting that truly values hands-on experience and real-world application.
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