Variable hours lecturing post in acting and drama at Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group, a further education provider. The core work is teaching practical and theoretical A Level Drama and Theatre Studies, and UAL Acting programmes. What sets it apart is the weight given to industry background, with applicants expected to hold a degree or professional experience in acting or theatre-making. Visa sponsorship is not available, and an enhanced DBS check is required.
What’s required
Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent professional experience in acting, drama, theatre or a related subject
- Specialist industry experience in acting, theatre-making or performance
Experience
- Teaching acting and performance in educational, community or professional settings
- Supporting learners with differing abilities and learning needs
Skills & knowledge
- Thorough knowledge of acting methodologies, rehearsal processes, and current industry practice and progression routes
- Teaching practical and theoretical A Level Drama and Theatre Studies, and UAL Acting programmes
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong planning, organisation, time management and record-keeping
- Ability to motivate, challenge and inspire learners
Checks & eligibility
- Full enhanced DBS check
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Other
- Flexible approach to working arrangements
- Professional and collaborative attitude
- Enthusiasm for working with young people and supporting their development, with willingness to undertake further training
- Commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
- Commitment to equal opportunities, British Values and the Prevent agenda
Nice to have
- Experience teaching within Further Education
- Familiarity with UAL Performing and Production Arts specifications
- Experience preparing students for drama school auditions and Higher Education progression
- Experience directing or producing student performances, and additional training in directing, devising, movement or voice
- Knowledge of current industry practitioners and contemporary theatre-making practices
- Teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards a FE PGCE or equivalent
- Demonstrable IT competency, including digital learning platforms and online assessment systems
- Ability to contribute to curriculum development
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