Performing Arts Study Programme Manager
Location: St Austell
Salary: £28,402.92 – £33,865.02 per annum (actual pro‑rata salary range for part‑time role £23,029.39 – £27,458.12)
Terms & Conditions: Part Time (30 hours / 52 weeks), Teaching Contract
Closing Date: 17 May 2026
Interview Date: TBC
About the Role
Based at St Austell, we are looking for an experienced Lecturer and Course Manager responsible for student tuition and managing the student learning experience from interview and induction through to formal education delivery, taking a lead role in course organisation and all related matters within Performing Arts. Our course is a multi‑disciplinary Musical Theatre course that feeds students into institutions such as Wilkes Academy, Bird College, Trinity Laban, Ballet Theatre UK. We seek someone passionate about Musical Theatre with the ability to teach acting, singing and dance.
Responsibilities
This significant role carries course management responsibilities and ensures that current outstanding levels of learning, teaching, assessment and internal verification are maintained throughout the year. Teaching and assessment will be inclusive for all levels of learner, exploring the creative period, rehearsals and performance opportunities. The post requires the applicant to lead on the course/curriculum management of the Performing Arts course, maintain learner achievement, improve learner recruitment through Schools Tours and presentations, and organise regular performances across the county throughout the year. The successful applicant will maintain the exceptional standard of work produced by staff and learners, ensuring brilliant learning, teaching and assessment and rigorous attention to detail in all aspects of the role.
Skills and Experience
* Have or be open to working towards a nationally approved Stage 3 teaching qualification (Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent). New entrants to teaching will be required to start an initial Teacher Training course on appointment.
* Have appropriate academic, professional or vocational qualifications, including a degree in a Performing Arts subject with a specialism in Musical Theatre. Experience and ability to teach in more than one aspect of Performing Arts and ability to teach an A Level subject is advantageous.
* Have relevant and current experience in the industry.
* Have successful teaching experience.
Hours of Work
This is a part‑time role, 4 days a week (30 hours). The successful applicant will also be expected to fulfil some weekend and evening work.
Benefits
* Generous annual leave schemes: 42 days* per annum for teaching roles (pro‑rata for part‑time), plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles. *37 days annual leave at commencement of employment, increasing to 42 days after successful completion of probationary period.
* Access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff.
* Flexible and supportive family‑friendly working practices.
* A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
* Access to free counselling and a corporate eye care scheme.
* Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme (discounts with major retailers).
* Free parking on most campus sites and discounted restaurants and salons.
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