Vocational Trainer in Performing Arts
| Posting date: | 11 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,152.00 to £35,317.00 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | 30152 - 35317 |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 31 May 2026 |
| Location: | Oxford, OX1 1SA |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | MAY20261061 |
Summary
About the role: Vocational Trainer in Performing ArtsWe are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Vocational Trainer in Performing Arts to join the Createch Faculty at Oxford College. As a Vocational Trainer, you will play a key role in supporting students to develop a broad range of practical, creative, and technical skills in preparation for careers in the Performing Arts industry. You will help to maintain safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environments, including the theatre, and support learners as they explore interdisciplinary projects that combine live and recorded performance practices.The role involves delivering lessons, supervising practical workshops, and working collaboratively across both the Dance and Performing Arts courses to support high-quality practical learning. You will work closely with teaching staff to plan projects, contribute to the development of schemes of learning, and provide constructive feedback to support student progress and development.Key responsibilities will include:• Plan and deliver engaging workshops that develop students’ creative, technical, and performance skills within an inclusive and motivating learning environment.• Support rehearsal processes, live performances, and enrichment activities, encouraging confidence, creativity, and effective collaboration.• Contribute to a positive and supportive student experience by promoting learner progress, engagement, and development across the department.This is a permanent, part-time role working 15 hours per week (FTE 0.41) based at our Oxford College.What do you need to be a successful Vocational Trainer in Performing Arts?Successful candidates will have an appropriate professional qualification and/or a degree in a relevant field, such as Performing Arts and Technical disciplines such as lighting, media and live sound engineering. Experience of using both lighting and sound equipment and being able to demonstrate and guide our learners through processes that develop skills in these disciplines is essential. Knowledge of UAL qualifications is desirable but not essential. While we welcome applications from those without formal teaching qualifications, you should be able to inspire learners and be committed to developing your teaching practice.Who we are:Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:Here are some of our benefits:Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeingCompany benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staffGenerous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leaveCompetitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits & wellbeing offering, please visit our work-with-us/wellbeingApplicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.