Lecturer Subject Lead in Performing Arts - Acting

In March 2025 the college achieved the Platinum accreditation in the Investors in People framework. The college is performing at a High Performing (Platinum) level and demonstrates ‘a deeply embedded culture of excellence in the way in which the organisation leads, supports, and develops its people’.

Sustainability is a key priority for Warrington & Vale Royal College, and we are committed to raising awareness and the implementation of sustainable practices in all aspects of college life. Sustainability principles are embedded across the college, and our sustainability action plan and committee are led by senior leaders to ensure that this remains a key focus.

Suitable candidates will have expert knowledge of acting and performing arts. You will be confident with the delivery and assessment of UAL qualifications in particular the level 2 and 3 Performing and Production Arts. It is essential that you are a good communicator, with a strong desire to work alongside the Curriculum Manager, ensuring high quality teaching and learning. You will embrace innovative ideas for growing the existing curriculum and further developing its reputation as the ‘go to’ place for Performing Arts. The role will include occasional evening work including performances, open days and interview evenings throughout the year.

In addition to this, applicants should possess excellent teamwork and organisational skills with an ‘excellence’ mindset.

The college welcomes applications from skilled professionals and industry experts who would like to consider a teaching career and share their skills with the next generation. You don’t always need a degree or teaching qualification to get started. There are opportunities to complete your teacher training on the job. Please visit the government website at Teach in FE for further details on their Teach in Further Education campaign.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check/Children’s barred list check, and a Prohibition check for teaching staff.

Please note that it is college policy that referees of short-listed candidates will automatically be approached prior to interview. One reference should be from your current or most recent employer. In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance, online searches will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates.

The College operates on 2 campuses – Warrington and Winsford.

Please note, an application must be completed via FE jobs, as we cannot accept CVs as applications for employment. Agency CVs will not be accepted for this post.