Curriculum Lead Performing Arts

Inspire Education Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Peterborough is seeking a HE Curriculum Leader for Performing Arts to lead the development of HNC/HND Acting and Dance programmes. This role involves driving innovation and quality in a supportive environment and ensuring compliance with sector regulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Performing Arts, experience in higher education, and a passion for fostering student success. Competitive salary and extensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

37 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experienced in teaching at HE or FE level with strong curriculum development understanding.
• Confident in using digital tools and MS Office to support learning and administration.
• Committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination, quality assurance and continual development of programmes.
• Act as primary contact for programme-related queries.
• Monitor quality indicators such as attendance and student satisfaction.

Skills

Teaching at HE or FE level

Curriculum development

Building positive relationships

Organisational skills

Digital tools and MS Office

Education

Degree in a relevant Performing Arts discipline

Teaching qualifications (or willingness to work towards)

Job description

Salary - £36,084 - £39,373, depending on qualifications and experience, pay award pending

Hours - 37 hours per annum, all year round

Contract - Permanent

Location - Peterborough

Closing Date - 10th December 2025

Inspire the next generation of performers. Lead an innovative and ambitious HE Performing Arts provision.

University Centre Peterborough (UCP) is seeking a dynamic, experienced and passionate HE Curriculum Leader for Performing Arts to spearhead the development, delivery and enhancement of our HNC/HND Acting and Dance programmes.

This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking academic or industry professional who wants to shape curriculum, lead a dedicated team, and directly influence the student experience across a thriving HE environment.

Reporting to the HE Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving quality, innovation and growth across the Performing Arts provision, ensuring our programmes meet sector benchmarks, regulatory requirements and the evolving expectations of industry and learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination, quality assurance and continual development of assigned programmes, including new course proposals and curriculum review.
• Ensure alignment with QAA benchmarks, academic regulations and external examiner recommendations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for programme-related queries, providing expert guidance and support to students, staff and partners.
• Oversee assessment processes, moderation and preparation for awarding boards.
• Manage programme recruitment and conversion activities including interviews, open days, outreach and applicant engagement.
• Lead course validations and re-validations, producing high‑quality programme documentation.
• Plan and coordinate staff timetables, ensuring effective use of resources and continuity for learners.
• Monitor quality indicators such as attendance, retention, achievement, student satisfaction and graduate outcomes.
• Organise extra‑curricular activities that support student success, progression, performance and employment pathways.
• Deliver high‑quality teaching and learning, producing engaging resources, maintaining VLE content and ensuring an inclusive learning environment.
• Champion excellent safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusive learning practices.
• Contribute to strategic planning, quality enhancement and institutional committees as required.

About You

• Qualified to degree level (or higher) in a relevant Performing Arts discipline, with teaching qualifications (or willing to work towards them).
• Experienced in teaching at HE or FE level, with strong understanding of curriculum development and quality processes.
• Skilled in building positive, productive relationships with students, colleagues and external partners.
• Organised, reflective and able to prioritise effectively in a busy academic environment.
• Confident in using digital tools and MS Office to support learning and administration.
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusive practice and continuous professional development.

Industry experience, assessor/IV qualifications and familiarity with current sector initiatives are desirable and will be advantageous.

What We Offer

• 37 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and discretionary days
• Teachers' Pension Scheme
• A supportive, collaborative and forward‑thinking academic environment
• Opportunities for professional development, research, performance involvement and curriculum innovation
• A chance to lead and shape a rapidly progressing HE Performing Arts provision in a purpose‑driven institution

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advert should we receive sufficient interest.