Dance Tutor and Learning Support Officer

Arts Council; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Rinova Ltd is seeking an experienced Dance Tutor and Learning Support Officer for their Creative Re Work Programme in London. The role involves assisting with accredited courses, developing lesson plans, and helping adults transition into the creative sector. A commitment to fostering potential and effective communication skills are crucial for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults or young people in creative industries is an advantage.
• At least 3 years' experience required.
• Existing networks for recruitment and progression routes are valuable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering practical dance and performance classes.
• Develop lesson plans, schemes of work, and learner timetables.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Dance conservatoire training or University education

Tools

IT Skills

Content Design for Social Media

Job description

Job Summary

Rinova Ltd are currently seeking an experienced Dance Tutor and Learning Support Officer for their Creative Re Work Programme, with a background in the arts and creative sector, keen and able to work with adults entering or re-entering the world of work.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be committed to helping people achieve their potential and to assist with the delivery of our accredited courses in London locations. We need a committed, enthusiastic, and positive individual to join our fantastic team of professionals - empathy, great communication skills and a passion for helping people achieve their potential are must-haves. An understanding of the very specific barriers and considerations, that those within, (or transitioning into) the creative sector, face.

The successful candidate will also be required to be competent in collaboratively designing lesson plans, learner timetables and schemes of work.

In addition, be able to conduct learner reviews, competent marking abilities of learner portfolios, demonstrate effective administrative skills and deliver high quality information, advice and guidance.

The role will be offered initially on a part-time basis mainly working across London boroughs and the office, with the opportunity to work remotely on occasions. There may be potential for this to become a full-time post in the future. You will be required to complete a practical assessment as part of the interview process.

Job Requirements

• Competent practical skills and/or experience. Dance conservatoire training, University education or equivalent with at least 3 years' experience.
• Some experience of working with adults or young people aiming to access employment in the creative industries or wishing to retrain, would be an advantage.
• Existing networks which can be utilised to enable you to meet your targets in relation to recruitments and progression routes. Ability to develop networks in support of organisational goals
• Good IT skills and the ability to produce professional presentations and training materials
• Experience of designing content across various social media platforms
• Ability to work to tight deadline and targets
• High standard of organisation, written and oral communications skills
• Must be willing to work outside normal working hours within London boroughs
• Able to prioritise a diverse workload working to strict deadlines and demonstrate problem solving skills

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of practical dance and performance skills classes when required
• Complete marking of learner portfolios in a timely manner, ensuring high quality assurance standards
• Identify suitable referral partners i.e. universities, colleges, established networks, dance and community organisations from which to recruit course participants
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, clients and team members
• Confidently deliver high quality teaching, information, advice and guidance
• Efficiently complete relevant paperwork, ensuring that accurate records are kept
• Utilise available networks to recruit course participants

Development of training materials and delivery

• Develop lesson plans, schemes of work and learner timetables that support delivery of the outcomes
• Ensure that accurate records are kept for all sessions with appropriate sheets signed and stored
• Assist in the development of training materials
• Job Title: Dance Tutor and Learning Support Officer

In September 2022 as part of the Mayor’s Academies Programme, Rinova Ltd was successful in receiving funding to develop a new Creative Academy in London. Funded by the GLA, ESF and the Mayor’s Office, Rinova’s Creative Re-Work programme was one of only two creative projects chosen from a large number of project ideas, aimed at developing an innovative approach to careers information, advice, guidance and free accredited courses for those wishing to develop sustainable careers in the sector.