Lecturer in Music Education

Music Mark; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent music college in Manchester is hiring a Lecturer in Music Education to enhance its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. This role will involve delivering modules in music pedagogy, curriculum design, and educational theory. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in music education with the ability to link theory and practice effectively. The position may require some evening or weekend work in alignment with teaching and performance activities.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and student-focused approach.
• Experience in teaching music education modules.
• Proven ability to link theory and practice effectively.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to delivery and coordination of music education modules.
• Design and deliver teaching in music pedagogy and curriculum design.
• Supervise postgraduate dissertations and conduct assessments.

Skills

Knowledge in music pedagogy

Curriculum design expertise

Experience in educational theory and practice

Reflective teaching practices

Ability to supervise postgraduate dissertations

Education

Relevant degree in Music Education or related field

Job description

£46.08 - £50.29 per hour depending on experience

The Royal Northern College of Music is a leading international conservatoire, with world-renowned expertise in music and music education. Our programmes are delivered by internationally acclaimed teachers and researchers, and supported by a unique artistic and academic programme.

Employer: Royal Northern College of Music

Location: Manchester

Contract Type: Part-Time Fixed‑Term

Closing Date: 16th January 2026 at 12:00

We are seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and student‑focused Lecturer in Music Education to join our academic staff and contribute to the continued development of our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, with a particular focus on the Master of Education (MEd) degree.

Reporting to the Programme Lead for Music Education, the role holder will contribute to the delivery, coordination, assessment and supervision of modules in music education across the College. They will design and deliver teaching in areas such as music pedagogy, curriculum design, educational theory and practice, music learning in schools and communities, and inclusive education. Responsibilities will include supervising postgraduate dissertations and, where appropriate, contributing to student teacher observations.

The successful candidate will actively support students to become reflective, research‑informed practitioners across school, community and other educational settings. They will play a key role in the ongoing development of the College’s music education provision, effectively linking theory and practice and strengthening connections between pre‑tertiary and higher education contexts.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the College – including those in performance, composition, academic studies, research, community engagement, and health and well‑being – the role holder will ensure that music education remains a central and integrated component of the RNCM’s academic and professional programmes.

Some evening or weekend work may be required in line with teaching, assessment or performance activities.