Lecturer in Dance Education

Interview Date: 23 May 2024

The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) is a global leader in dance education and training. Our mission is to inspire the world to dance. With a brand new purpose-built global headquarters in Wandsworth / Battersea, London, the RAD has a presence in 85 countries and 36 offices around the world. Established in 1920, the RAD was granted a Royal Charter in 1935. The RAD is a registered charity, a higher education establishment and an awarding body and through its Faculty of Education delivers internationally recognised dance education and teaching qualifications including university-validated degrees and its own professional teaching awards.

We wish to make a 0.8 appointment for 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 both distance learning and onsite. While a background in dance is not essential, a knowledge of dance practice and dance teacher education is desirable. As part of this role, you will also supervise students on dance teaching placements, 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 so as 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.

We are passionate about providing a positive workplace culture. While time in our accessible London (Wandsworth / Battersea) office will be required, we operate a hybrid model of in-person and remote working for roles that allow. 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 (for permanent roles), life assurance, season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme.

The Royal Academy of Dance is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to pre-employment checks, including references, qualifications, and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.

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

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