Lecturer - Performing Arts (Acting Specialism)

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The Garage is a thriving performing arts venue in the centre of Norwich. To complement our long-standing programme of skills and performance classes, in 2016 we launched a suite of accredited courses for students aged 13+. Spearheading this initiative are the Performing Arts Foundation Course - HNC (18+) with Acting and GCSE Drama and Dance courses (13+).

We are looking to appoint a lecturer with specialist skills in Acting to support the delivery of the HNC Course. The successful applicant will have a real commitment to vocational education with the ability to truly motivate and inspire learners, together with a commitment to meet our high expectations of academic standards and achievement.

You will be a superb team player, with a proven track record of organisational skills and expertise in teaching and learning. You will have an expert knowledge of identifying individual progression routes for learners in this field, ideally with a proven track record of learners successfully moving on to higher education and performing arts colleges.

You will provide outstanding support for students throughout their training, coursework and assessment, as well as recording their progress, completing relevant paper work, providing effective feedback and contributing to the creation of Assignment Briefs, marking of student work and Internal Verification process. Your ability to deliver outstanding lessons will be recognised, as well as a proven ability to develop and engage learners in reaching their full potential.

Indicative Duties:

Planning and Design of Learning Programmes and Sessions

· support the HNC Foundation Programme Lead Lecturer to identify appropriate outcomes of learning programmes, ensuring effective content coverage and integration

· establish realistic learning objectives which meet individual and group needs

· prepare session/lesson plans utilising a variety of teaching/training methods, accommodating different learning styles

· select and develop learning materials

· incorporate integration of on-and off-college learning activities into programme and session planning

· keep abreast of practical and theoretical developments and update material and lesson plans accordingly

· demonstrate an understanding of learning theory

· devise and deliver the GCSE Drama curriculum in such a way that it maximizes pupil achievement

Delivery of Teaching and Learning

· teach on HNC Foundation Programmes, managing the learning process effectively, guiding and supporting learners

· teach across Education and class programme

· lead workshops to support recruitment for Education and the class programme

· teach as part of projects that arise throughout the year

· create an effective learning environment and establish an open and trusting relationship with learners

· conduct tutorial activities relevant to the units being taught

· recognise individual learning styles and adjust teaching/training accordingly

· use a variety of teaching/training methods to engage learners, to convey information, and to encourage creativity and motivation

· use effective materials and appropriate resources, at a pace and level which meet learners’ needs

· provide effective learning support, giving learners opportunities to develop and practice their skills

· encourage learners to take responsibility for their own learning

· work with colleagues and with outside contacts to deliver learning programmes

· deal promptly and effectively with inappropriate behaviour

· be a point of contact for the level 2 teaching team and ensure that these courses are delivered in accordance with the specification and The Garage ethos and values

· direct The Garage’s annual Summer Production

· teach GCSE Drama as part of the AQA curriculum

Assessment of Learning and Learner’ Achievements

· give feedback to learners to support and inform the learning process

· use a variety of methods to assess formatively and summatively, ensuring that learners understand the purpose of assessments, and that methods are appropriate

· encourage learners to reflect on their own learning experiences and to monitor their own progress

· use assessments to identify additional support requirements

· check regularly that teaching/training is meeting learners’ needs and that effective learning is taking place; modify session/lesson plans and teaching/training delivery accordingly

· record, store and process assessment results

Quality Assurance

· review and monitor own performance, using a variety of means and indicators; identify own professional development needs and agree how these should be met

· engage in continuous professional development; take actions to improve; monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of these actions to improve

· work with others to monitor, evaluate and improve the effectiveness of learning sessions, including the use of lesson observations

· participate in the organisation’s self-assessment procedures; external inspection and audit requirements; external and internal verification activities

Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation

· contribute to the evaluation strategy for The Garage programmes

General Duties

· attract and retain learners, and help them achieve learner competence, test and examination results

· understand the place of FE and HE within the wider learning and skills context

· identify progression routes suited to individual learners and support them in their application and audition process

· undertake recruitment activity for Education programmes

· meet professional requirements by working within a professional value base and conforming to agreed codes of professional practice

· carry out administrative duties associated with the role in support of the Accredited Course Leader / Quality Nominee / Examinations Officer

· take part in enrolment, induction, marketing, etc. activities, as required

· make sure that learners have access to impartial, comprehensive and current advice which meets learners’ personal development as well as educational and vocational needs

· support training and CPD within the wider Garage team, leading on aspects of training from time to time within the annual training cycle

· support other members of The Garage team in the effective and safe delivery of projects, events and performances

· work in accordance with all The Garage’s policies including: Health & Safety; Data Protection; Child Protection and Equal Opportunities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £22,000.00-£29,780.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Wellness programme
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/05/2023