A world class drama school and educational charity, LAMDA - the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art - delivers exceptional vocational training in the performing arts. LAMDA's core aim is to train and develop the best artists regardless of social or financial background. The Academy is at an exciting time in its evolution, paving the way for drama school training in the 21st century and developing multi-skilled creative artists and technicians. In order to ensure that its work is accessible to all, LAMDA is passionately committed to widening participation and operates a robust scholarship scheme, awarding significant support to one in five full-time students each year.
The Role
We are seeking a robust, creative and resilient Course Leader for MA/MFA Musical Theatre. In collaboration with the Head of Musical Theatre, you will lead on the planning, delivery, and development of LAMDA's MA and MFA Musical Theatre Courses.
The successful candidate will have extensive breadth and depth of specialist knowledge within Musical Theatre, underpinned by relevant professional experience, and/or theoretical and academic expertise.
You will have proven experience of delivering teaching and training in one or more of the following areas (UG and PG level): Acting, Singing, or Dance, and experience as a Musical Theatre director, Musical Director or Choreographer is desirable.
You will have excellent communication and leadership skills and be a collaborative team player. With demonstrable pastoral skills, you will be able to deal with complex, sensitive information where persuasive, motivational, and empathic skills are required.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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We want you to have the opportunity to really tell us about yourself and explain to us why this opportunity is right for you. All applications will be judged on content, not on format.
To apply, please provide:
- A covering letter to tell us a little about yourself and why this position interests you
- Tell us what experience, knowledge and skills you have that meet the person specification outlined in the job description, include any practical examples that you may have
- CV
- Completed Equality and Diversity monitoring form
To be considered for this role, please send the above information by email to the HR Department:
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Closing date for applications: 5pm on Sunday 13 October 2024.
Interviews will be held w/c 21 October 2024.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential values at LAMDA and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the benefits that a diverse workforce can bring to the Academy. We welcome applications from the Global majority, those with disabilities and from other under -represented groups. we are happy to provide recruitment information in accessible formats and a provision to accept applications in alternative formats.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.
LAMDA is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and adults that use our services and expects all employees and contractors to share this commitment. All LAMDA posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including background checks and the disclosure of criminal records where applicable. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all of our activities and services.
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