Lecturer - Acting

NCG; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college group in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a motivated Lecturer in Acting. This role involves planning and delivering engaging learning experiences across a range of programmes, supporting student development, and maintaining high educational standards. Candidates should have a relevant degree and teaching qualifications, along with experience in either theatre or screen acting. Join an inclusive team dedicated to transforming lives through education.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Student Discount

Government Pension Schemes

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 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).
• Knowledge of subject-specific pedagogy and current teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver inclusive, high-quality lessons.
• Guide academic and personal development through tutorials.
• Work with colleagues to enrich the learner experience.

Skills

Effective teaching

Clear communication

Organisational skills

Digital tools usage

Inclusive teaching

Education

Relevant subject qualification (degree or equivalent)

Recognised teaching qualification

Level 2 English and Maths

Job description

Lecturer - Acting

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 is pleased to announce a rare opportunity to appoint two Acting Lecturers (minimum 25.9 hours up to 37hours) to programme lead our BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen degree. Across the two appointments, we are seeking one specialist in Theatre / Acting for Stage and one specialist in Screen Acting to help shape and deliver an ambitious, industry-relevant Higher Education programme.

These roles will take a lead responsibility for the design, delivery, and ongoing development of the BA (Hons) Acting curriculum. The successful candidates will deliver high-quality practical including directing and theoretical teaching, as well as other programme performance-based modules, and ensure the course reflects current professional practice across stage and screen. The roles also involve student mentoring, assessment, recruitment activity, and collaboration across the wider faculty.

We are looking for experienced professional practitioners with a strong background in either theatre or screen acting, alongside experience of teaching within Higher Education. Candidates should demonstrate strong programme leadership skills, a commitment to inclusive and supportive learning environments, and a passion for developing emerging acting talent

A relevant degree is essential, with postgraduate or teaching qualifications desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a flagship undergraduate acting programme within a creative, supportive, and industry-connected academy, influencing the next generation of professional actors for stage and screen.

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