Lecturer in Dance Education

Great opportunity for an experienced dance teaching professional to join the team

We are seeking a Lecturer in Dance Education who will contribute to the delivery, engagement and scholarship of distance learning and onsite programmes of study. You will have a strong education and teacher education background, and be able to contribute to the teaching, assessment and development of dance education modules for both distance learning and onsite. An extensive background in dance practice and dance teaching across different contexts is essential. Strong practical teaching skills, pedagogical knowledge and the ability to contribute to safe practice content is desirable. As part of this role, you will also supervise students on dance teaching placements, research projects, dissertations and undertake administrative duties associated with teaching, day-to-day management and support of students.

You should be a committed and enthusiastic educator, with an excellent educational background including a postgraduate degree (or near completion of postgraduate degree) or equivalent. Up to date knowledge and understanding of current educational issues relating to both theory and practice is also essential. You will need comprehensive knowledge and experience of teaching, with strong time management skills to co-ordinate teaching and other related activities to meet deadlines and targets. In addition, you will have a sound understanding of student support and pastoral matters across professional and higher education contexts.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to prepare a 10-minute presentation from a list of selected educational topics and submit a written tutoring task prior to the interview.

Please apply through the RAD Careers portal. Applications will only be considered through this channel. You can access the portal via https://radar.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/vacancy

We are passionate about providing a positive workplace culture. This is a teaching-focused role that requires regular onsite working in our accessible London (Wandsworth/Battersea) office with scope for flexible, hybrid working where timetabling and departmental need allows. Staff discounts on dance and fitness classes and wellbeing resources, plus events and volunteering opportunities enhance the RAD experience, as well as a range of lunchtime activities including book club, dance, Pilates and a craft club.

We also offer 25 days paid holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays and a birthday day off, Teacher’s pension scheme, access to the Perkbox discounts platform – including an Employee Assistance Programme, WeCare scheme, Bupa cash plan, life assurance, season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme.

Due to the nature of the RAD’s work, the successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications which do not include a full employment history and reference details will not be taken forward to the shortlisting stage.

All colleagues are required to promote and safeguard the welfare of children they are responsible for, or come into contact with, and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the RADs Safeguarding Policy at all times.

We encourage and welcome applications from people with a disability, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Please let us know if you have any access needs for the interview.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and bring relevant documents if invited to attend an interview.

No agencies please.

OUR VALUES WE ARE

• Exceptional Together - working collaboratively to achieve exceptional outcomes.
• Creative Innovators – at the forefront of new artistic ideas and approaches.
• Champions of wellbeing – providing a supportive environment and promoting the wellbeing of the dance community.
• Open to all – removing barriers to participation.
• Happy to help – providing excellent customer service and being helpful and friendly.

To find out more about the RAD please visit our website: https://www.royalacademyofdance.org/

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 24 months

Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Health & well-being programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London SW11 3JZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application deadline: 06/05/2025

Expected start date: 01/09/2025