Music Lecturer
| Posting date: | 24 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £32,028 to £42,109 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Generous Annual Leave, Teachers' Pension |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 01 December 2025 |
| Location: | Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE4 7SA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | NCG |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | NCG0001030_1763994866 |
Summary
Shape Futures. Change Lives. Become a Lecturer at NCG
At NCG, we believe education transforms lives. As one of the UK's leading college groups, we're committed to delivering exceptional learning experiences that help every learner achieve their goals-no matter where they start. Now is a great time to join our inclusive and supportive team.
Lecturer Opportunity
We're seeking a motivated and learner-focused Lecturer to join our college team. You'll teach across a range of programmes - delivering knowledge, building skills, and creating inclusive learning experiences. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact.
What you'll do:
Plan and deliver learning
- Design and deliver inclusive, high-quality lessons.
- Create engaging learning materials tailored to diverse learner needs.
- Provide clear, constructive feedback to support learner progress.
Support learner development
- Guide academic and personal development through tutorials and pastoral care.
- Maintain accurate records of learner progress and engagement.
Enhance curriculum and quality
- Keep course content current and aligned with industry standards.
- Contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance processes.
Collaborate and uphold standards
- Work with colleagues and external partners to enrich the learner experience.
- Promote and uphold safeguarding, equality, and health and safety policies.
What we're looking for
You'll need:
- A relevant subject qualification (e.g. degree or equivalent).
- A recognised teaching qualification.
- Level 2 English and Maths (e.g. GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent).
- The ability to plan and deliver effective, inclusive teaching for diverse learners.
- Knowledge of subject-specific pedagogy and current teaching practices in further or higher education.
- Clear communication and strong organisational skills.
- Confidence using digital tools to support learning.
- A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and ongoing professional development.
Role Description
The Performance Academy at Newcastle College is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Music Lecturer to join our team on a 0.6 FTE basis. The successful candidate will primarily specialise in piano/keys, though applications from musicians with other instrumental specialisms will also be considered.
You will be responsible for delivering engaging and industry-relevant teaching to learners across a range of music performance and production courses, inspiring students to develop both technically and creatively.
The role includes delivering high-quality teaching in music performance with a focus on piano/keys, planning and assessing practical and theoretical music sessions, supporting students' musical and professional development, contributing to ensemble direction and performance projects, teaching elements of music technology including DAW use and studio recording, supporting students with coursework, assessments and progression, participating in curriculum development and team meetings, and maintaining awareness of current industry practices.
Applicants should hold a degree in Music or a related subject, or have equivalent professional experience, demonstrate strong performance ability on piano/keys (or another instrument), and have experience teaching or training in music, ideally within further or higher education. Candidates should have a working knowledge of DAWs such as Logic, Ableton or Pro Tools, familiarity with recording studio environments, strong communication and organisational skills, and a passion for developing young musicians.
Experience teaching in further or higher education, knowledge of live sound and music production, experience working with diverse learner groups, and professional industry experience as a performing musician or producer would be advantageous.
Safeguarding
NCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All roles are subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with a check of the children's barred list, where applicable.
Why work with us?
At NCG, we're more than a group of colleges - we're a community of educators and professionals working together to make a difference. We're proud to be rated 'Good' by Ofsted, reflecting our commitment to high-quality teaching, learner support, and continuous improvement. We invest in our people, our facilities, and our communities - and we're proud to offer a supportive, inclusive environment where you can thrive.
Ready to apply?
If you're committed to inclusive education and want to help shape futures, we'd love to hear from you.
Employee Benefits
NCG is a great place to work, with a whole host of benefits such as:
- Generous Annual Leave
- Flexible Working
- Student Discount
- Government Pension Schemes
- Cycle to Work
- Employee Assistance Programme
For more information, please see our website - Our Benefits
NCG Values
Our values are not just about what we do, but also how we do things. Shaped by our colleagues, customers and learners, they set the standard of how we should behave, how we work together and give us the opportunity to make the right decisions based on the values we all share.
- Being both inclusive and diverse
- Trusting and respecting our communities
- Taking ownership whilst working collaboratively
- Inspiring excellence and curiosity
For further detail about our Values and Strategy, please visit our website - Values and Strategy
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