Dance Lecturer - HE

About the role

We are seeking an inspiring and industry-active Dance Lecturer to deliver high-quality teaching to degree-level students at Blackpool School of Arts. The successful candidate will teach a range of dance styles, including Tap, Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Urban, Contemporary, and Physical Theatre, alongside experience in Acting and Musical Theatre.

You will be passionate about developing emerging performers, creating an inclusive learning environment, and preparing students for careers within the performing arts industry.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant subject (essential)
• Experience teaching at Level 4 and above (desirable)
• Extensive industry experience (desirable)

Benefits

• Enhanced leave allowance of 38 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays, plus 5 additional gifted days during the Christmas closure period
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Competitive pension schemes:
  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) – 28.68% employer contribution
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – 8.1% employer contribution
• Extensive professional development opportunities, with circa £1.8m invested annually in colleague development and qualifications
• Agile and flexible working options
• Internal Coaching Service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Comprehensive wellbeing support, including:
  • Funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
  • Occupational Health services
  • Free flu vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
  • Free eye tests
  • Dedicated Wellbeing Hub with resources for emotional, physical, financial, and social wellbeing
  • Free healthy breakfast
  • Sports facilities, including a fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
  • Health and beauty salon
  • Trim Trails on campus (guided walking routes)
  • Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates
• Free car parking
• Car lease scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Onsite kids’ Sports Camp (8am – 5pm during selected half-term breaks)

About Us

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re more than an education provider—we’re a driving force for opportunity, innovation, and community growth. As one of the UK’s leading further education colleges and an exempt charity, we deliver high-quality technical and professional education that transforms lives and supports regional prosperity.

With over 12,500 students and around 1,000 colleagues, we’re proud to be an anchor institution driving social mobility, inclusion, and success. Our values-led community is built on our CAREER principles: Community, Authenticity, Relentless Optimism, Everyone Included, Excellence, and Respect.

We empower both colleagues and students to thrive, supported by outstanding facilities, forward-thinking leadership, and a culture of inclusion and innovation.

Safeguarding

B&FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners. All colleagues are required to complete safeguarding training and uphold the College’s policies and procedures to ensure a safe and supportive environment for learners.

Employment is subject to a range of pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of qualifications and references, and proof of the right to work in the UK.