Performing Arts Teacher

About the role: Performing Arts teacher

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher in Performing Arts to join the Createch Faculty at Oxford College on a maternity cover basis. The Performing Arts department at Oxford College offers pathways in Acting for Stage and Screen, Dance and Musical Theatre. This post provides an excellent opportunity for a teacher with passion and drive who is committed to enabling our students to unlock their potential and switch on to the power of learning. Knowledge of UAL specifications is desirable but not essential. The post holder will be required to have a range of abilities within Performing Arts.

The post holder will act as a personal tutor and Study Programme Owner (SPO), with responsibility for the Level 3 Dance cohort. This will include providing pastoral support, monitoring attendance, progress and wellbeing, and supporting students to achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally. The role will involve teaching across the Performing Arts department, delivering engaging and inclusive lessons that support students in developing performance, rehearsal and creative skills. The post holder will also choreograph and direct student performances, supporting learners through the creative process from rehearsal to final production, and contribute to enrichment activities, showcases, live performances and cross-department productions to enhance the overall student experience and progression opportunities within the creative industries.

This is a fixed-term, part-time role working 26 hours per week (FTE 0.70) based at our Oxford College Campus. This contract ends in May 2027.

What do you need to be successful as a Performing Arts teacher at Activate Learning?

Successful candidates will have an appropriate professional qualification and/or a degree, recent teaching experience and the ability to deliver a programme that includes dance, acting, and musical theatre. We would consider applications from unqualified applicants, with the ability to inspire our learners and a willingness to complete a teaching qualification. In addition, you will need to have a flexible approach, coupled with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. You will demonstrate the ability to engage and develop students and role model the attributes that we develop within our learners.

What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?

Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learnings mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.

In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.

Learn more about Teachers at Activate Learning

Who We Are

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits

Here are some of our benefits:

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy. Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents. Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team. Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff. Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers. On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits & wellbeing offering, please visit our work-with-us/wellbeing

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.

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