Please note this is a part-time (0.7 FTE), fixed-term contract role.

Interviews will be held on the 16th July

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a new fixed-term lecturer (maternity cover) to join our vibrant dance teaching team. Dance at Bath Spa is renowned for its creative approach to training and you will be joining a thriving area that offers both undergraduate & postgraduate programmes that are physically and intellectually stimulating. Our dance graduates emerge as confident and versatile dance artists who are ready to use their skills in a diverse range of scenarios; this role is central in helping to achieve this.

About the Role

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching in dance technique, choreography and performance practices, using a student-centred approach that support an inclusive learning environment. You will deliver both practical teaching and lectures that develop students’ critical understanding of the discipline and strengthens their practical, creative and analytical skills. You will draw on a strong professional and/or research profile to ensure teaching is current, relevant and informed by industry practice.

The role involves contributing to a vibrant programme of performances, showcases and events, supporting students in the creation and delivery of live work, and maintaining strong industry links to enhance opportunities such as collaborations, visiting practitioners and progression pathways. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the department and wider institution will be essential to support curriculum development and delivery.

About You

Essential criteria

• Relevant practical skills in codified and non-codified contemporary dance practices
• HE teaching experience
• A degree in a relevant subject area
• Professional network/strong industry contacts
• Inclusive, student-centred approach to learning

Desirable criteria

• A higher degree
• Practical skills in commercial, ballet, contact improvisation, hip hop
• Excellent ICT skills
• Teaching qualification or membership of the Higher Education Academy

For more information about the requirements for the role, please see the attached job description.

Additional Information

Salary Grade - Ac3s - pro-rated salary of £31,322 (FTE £47,389)

*Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range, unless there are exceptional circumstances.*

Staff Benefits

We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including generous pension scheme, enhanced paid leave, family friendly policies, Employee Assistance Programme, transport schemes and wide range of discounts.

About Bath Spa University

At Bath Spa University, we believe in the power of education to break down barriers to opportunity and to transform lives. We are the Professionally Creative for the future.