Job Title: Classical Vocal Lecturer – BA(Hons) and MASalary: Commencing at 29.28 with progression to 32.93 per hour, includes prep rate and holiday payClosing Date: 2026-09-10About the Role
5 hours per week, reduced year
Leeds Conservatoire are seeking an inspiring and experienced Classical Vocal Lecturer to join our academic team, contributing to teaching across our BA and MA programmes.
The successful candidate will bring professional expertise, a strong understanding of classical vocal training, and a commitment to developing the next generation of performers. You will support students in achieving their artistic and academic potential through high-quality teaching, coaching and mentorship.
Leeds Conservatoire is a leading specialist higher education institution for music and the performing arts, where students are supported to develop their creative, professional and academic potential in a vibrant and ambitious environment.
*Salary & annual leave advertised will be pro rata for the hours and weeks worked
What You Will Do
- To deliver 1:1 lessons to vocal students on the Classical BA(Hons) and MA programmes
- Deliver teaching, assessment setting and marking as agreed with the Academic Manager, Deputy Head or Head of Department, including timely administration, marking, feedback and submission of module results.
- Contribute to curriculum planning, assessment, monitoring and evaluation, ensuring alignment with academic and industry standards.
- Undertake appropriate research, professional practice and scholarly activity, and contribute to the wider artistic and academic community, including meetings, recruitment, open days and performance events.
- Comply with all organisational policies and procedures and undertake other appropriate academic duties as required.
About You
- Degree in a related subject area
- Professional experience and knowledge in the subject area
- Strong communication skills, with a proven ability to engage, motivate, and support students through clear and inclusive teaching
- Be collaborative and willing to work with a team of managers and lecturers to deliver an excellent student experience and contribute to a thriving work environment.
- Good IT skills, with the ability to use standard digital platforms and systems effectively.
Benefits
At Leeds Conservatoire, there are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:
- Annual leave entitlement– If you work full time, you’ll get at least35 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part timestaff).
- Generous Pension schemes
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- The Peoples Pension
- Memberships and discounts – employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).Staff can also receive discounted tickets to The Venue.
- Travel and commuting– discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
- Learning and development opportunities -including staff development days
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities– this will vary depending on role requirements
SAFEGUARDINGAt Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIONOur commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Groups values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity andinclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us pleaseClick here to learn more about our EDI objectives.RECRUITMENT AGENCIESWe kindly request that recruitment agencies do not forward anyunsolicited CVsin relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies we will get in touch with agencies directly.
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