Main Grade Lecturer - Performing Arts in Liverpool

Department: Digital Media and Expressive Arts

Salary: £34,789 - £43,139 per year

Job Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), Fixed-term until June 2027

We are seeking an inspiring and dedicated educator to join the School of Digital, Media & Expressive Arts. You will become part of a team of highly qualified tutors who bring extensive professional experience and a shared passion for the performing arts. Together, we are committed to delivering excellence in teaching, learning, and creative practice.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across a range of levels within the performing arts curriculum.
• Design and implement engaging, inclusive, and innovative learning experiences that promote academic excellence and student development.
• Share up-to-date industry knowledge and practitioner expertise in areas such as devising, acting for camera, directing, technical theatre, and professional practice.
• Foster strong external links to create meaningful opportunities for students’ progression and industry engagement.
• Provide effective pastoral support, contributing to a cohesive and supportive learning environment that encourages personal growth, academic achievement, and career readiness.

You will be a committed professional with a passion for teaching and the performing arts. You will bring both creative energy and real-world insight, enabling students to develop the skills, confidence, and professionalism needed for further study or successful employment within the industry.

Responsible to: Head of Digital Media and Expressive Arts

Key Responsibilities

• To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review.
• To be aware of national developments in the subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis.
• To plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons to achieve effective management of the learning process.
• Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy.
• Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued.
• Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
• To set and mark work in accordance with College and School Assessment policies, to record work carried out and the assessment of the same.
• To track all students’ progress and attendance in accordance with agreed College systems and policies.
• To provide a balance of appropriate teaching styles and learning experiences.
• To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play an appropriate part in their implementation.
• Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome barriers.
• To liaise with Head of School in contributing to the design of programmes and teaching approaches which will enable curriculum areas to achieve high standards and value added.
• To liaise with Head of School and the curriculum teams in contributing to the administration necessary to support the teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area.
• Collaborate with colleagues possessing relevant expertise to identify and address additional development needs in student English and Maths skills within the subject area.
• To review own professional development needs and to participate fully in future training and development.
• To communicate and consult with parents, carers and students including Parent’s Evening, Welcome Evenings, events and open evenings.
• To ensure that all students in the subject area comply with College’s policies and procedures.
• To provide enrichment opportunities that are exciting, motivating and enhance the student experience.

Professional Practice and Values

• To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College Group ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life.
• To take a proactive approach and responsibility for personal professional development, Health & Safety, and meeting other regulatory compliances (e.g. GDPR, DPA, Safeguarding), thereby enabling safe and professional working practices to be observed at all times.
• To support cross college activities as required in particular the key enrolment and invigilation periods.
• Carry out any other relevant and appropriate duties as determined by the needs of the service and as appropriate to the grade.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

• Educated to Level 6 e.g. Degree or equivalent.
• A recognised Teaching qualification or vocational experience.
• Excellent computer literacy – ability to use the current IT programs of the College.
• Proven experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in Performing Arts sector.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Performing Arts provision.
• Engaged in Continuing Professional Development.
• Minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy or willingness to complete.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.
• Good understanding of curriculum development to meet the training needs of employer.

Desirable:

• Master’s level education.
• Professional qualification relevant to the subject area.
• Experience of resource-based learning.
• An ICT qualification.
• Experience of assessing students’ needs and planning curriculum for their benefit including Technology Enhanced Learning.
• Good understanding of quality assurance and improvement processes.

Please Note: This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged.

Benefits

Why Join The City of Liverpool College?

As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.

Here are some of the benefits available to you:

• Generous holiday allowance: 60 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 annual wellbeing day.
• Pension Scheme: You'll be part of the Teachers' Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions of up to 24%—one of the best pension packages in the sector.
• Employee Benefits Platform: As part of your role, you’ll have access to the COLC Employee Benefits Platform, a one-stop hub for a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and everyday savings.
• Health and Wellbeing: All employees have access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a completely confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Travel: We offer interest-free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail.
• Flexible Working: We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work-life balance.
• Professional Development: We’re passionate about helping you thrive, offering a mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities.
• College Benefits: Our excellent sports and fitness facilities can be used free of charge by staff.