Lecturer - Music & Music Business - 0.6 FTE
Application Deadline: 26 January 2026
Department: Music Business
Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Glasgow
Compensation: £41,833 - £50,359 / year
Description
National Terms and Conditions of employment for Lecturing Staff apply to this post.
The post holder will support excellence in learning through the preparation and delivery of high quality learning, teaching and assessment materials and by supporting learners.
Key Responsibilities
They will work closely and supportively with other colleagues and partners to deliver excellence in learning. The role will specifically involve:
· Teaching and Assessment · Curriculum Development · Quality and Standards · Student Support · Continuing Professional Development
It is mandatory for entrants:
* who do not possess the Teaching Qualification in Further Education (TQFE) or equivalent to complete the:
o Teaching Essentials Programme within the first 6 months of their employment; o Professional Development Award within 12 to 18 months; and o TQFE thereafter in due course.
* to be registered with General Teaching Council (Scotland) – provisional or full registration.
This post will have a teaching remit at an agreed number of class contact hours.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
The post holder will be educated to SCQF Level 8 or relevant professional equivalent in Music & Music Business; or have significant relevant experience in the specialist area as an alternative to formal qualifications; or an appropriate vocational alternative, a recognised teaching qualification and evidence of Continuous Professional Development.
Knowledge: Demonstrable knowledge of:
* Further Education in Scotland
* National priorities for education
* The skills priorities locally
Skills and Competencies:
* Ability to provide engaging, inclusive and high quality learning and assessment opportunities that meet diverse learning needs
* Contribute to the development of curriculum delivery
* Develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders
* Ability to initiate innovation and promote change
* Ability to plan effective and responsive curriculum
* Ability to undertake partnership work and raise the College's profile externally
Experience:
* Recent practice within teaching Music & Music Business is essential.
* Ability to provide flexible and innovative approaches to the delivery of the curriculum, including the use of new learning technologies
* Possess effective ICT skills and an understanding of the role of online learning
* Previous experience of individual or group guidance/supervision in a formal or informal setting
* Relevant industrial or practitioner experience in appropriate discipline
* Teaching in a post compulsory education setting and of assessment and moderation in the context of SQA and the National Curriculum
Benefits
Why work at Glasgow Kelvin:
* Access to a generous Pension Scheme.
* A professional development review process – continuous professional and personal development.
* Professional and personal development for all staff – we offer an extensive range of staff development opportunities and events to support you in your role, help you reach your full potential and plan for your future.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Mileage Allowance – reclaimable for travel on College Business
* Employee Assistance Programme - a 24-hour service that supports your health and wellbeing.
* Flexible Working and Family Friendly Policy – Flexible Working, Maternity, Parental, Paternity and Adoption Leave – enhanced entitlements.
* Sick Pay – Enhanced entitlement above the national average.
* Wellbeing – a range of activities to enhance and support your wellbeing, access to sports facilities and fitness activities.
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