Birmingham City University
Birmingham, Staffordshire
Department RBC: Acting Location Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Salary Up to £52.89 per hour The hourly rate for this role varies depending on the nature and level of teaching assigned. Specific rates will be confirmed when work is allocated. Post Type Part Time Release Date 13 February 2026 Closing Date 23.59 hours BST on Wednesday 30 September 2026 Reference RBC25005 With around 31,000 students from over 100 countries, Birmingham City University is a large, diverse and forward looking institution rooted in the heart of Birmingham. We put students at the centre of everything we do, combining technical, creative and professional excellence with strong industry links to give our learners the best opportunities for future success. Guided by our 2030 strategy, we are committed to promoting fairness, innovation and real world impact across our academic community. We are seeking to recruit a pool of Visiting Lecturers who can contribute to our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes across our academic Schools. Located in the vibrant and culturally rich city of Birmingham, Royal Birmingham Conservatoire offers an inspiring portfolio of Music and Acting programmes across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, alongside our renowned Junior Conservatoire for talented young musicians - all housed within our state-of-the-art £57 million facilities. As a Visiting Lecturer, you will contribute to a creative, forward-thinking environment where employability, industry engagement and entrepreneurial skills are embedded at the heart of our curriculum. You will play a key role in equipping the next generation of performers, practitioners and creators with the confidence and expertise to build successful, sustainable careers. An intending Principal Study tutor at RBC will usually be professionally active in the domains of Music and/or Theatre, with an established or growing international reputation in their field as a performer, practitioner and/or creative artist. We are deeply committed to an inclusive and supportive learning community. Our ethos centres on recognising every learner's individuality and nurturing their artistic and personal development. We welcome lecturers who share our passion for empowering students of all backgrounds to discover their strengths, refine their craft and achieve their full potential. Join us in shaping the future of creative talent, where expertise, ambition and opportunity come together. Candidates must upload a current CV and provide two supporting statements. It is essential that applicants address the following: areas of expertise teaching and/or relevant professional experience By applying to this vacancy, you will be joining our Visiting Lecturer recruitment pool. Visiting Lecturer roles are part time, fixed term positions, with hours agreed between you and the academic schools as required. Posts are paid hourly, with rates varying according to the nature of the work. When teaching opportunities arise that match your skills and experience, the academic schools will contact you directly to discuss them. Please note that contact is not guaranteed. The recruitment pool is refreshed annually. You will be invited to resubmit your details if you wish to remain in the pool for the following year. If you do not respond, your information will be deleted in line with our Data Protection Policy
Department RBC: Acting Location Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Salary Up to £52.89 per hour The hourly rate for this role varies depending on the nature and level of teaching assigned. Specific rates will be confirmed when work is allocated. Post Type Part Time Release Date 13 February 2026 Closing Date 23.59 hours BST on Wednesday 30 September 2026 Reference RBC25005 With around 31,000 students from over 100 countries, Birmingham City University is a large, diverse and forward looking institution rooted in the heart of Birmingham. We put students at the centre of everything we do, combining technical, creative and professional excellence with strong industry links to give our learners the best opportunities for future success. Guided by our 2030 strategy, we are committed to promoting fairness, innovation and real world impact across our academic community. We are seeking to recruit a pool of Visiting Lecturers who can contribute to our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes across our academic Schools. Located in the vibrant and culturally rich city of Birmingham, Royal Birmingham Conservatoire offers an inspiring portfolio of Music and Acting programmes across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, alongside our renowned Junior Conservatoire for talented young musicians - all housed within our state-of-the-art £57 million facilities. As a Visiting Lecturer, you will contribute to a creative, forward-thinking environment where employability, industry engagement and entrepreneurial skills are embedded at the heart of our curriculum. You will play a key role in equipping the next generation of performers, practitioners and creators with the confidence and expertise to build successful, sustainable careers. An intending Principal Study tutor at RBC will usually be professionally active in the domains of Music and/or Theatre, with an established or growing international reputation in their field as a performer, practitioner and/or creative artist. We are deeply committed to an inclusive and supportive learning community. Our ethos centres on recognising every learner's individuality and nurturing their artistic and personal development. We welcome lecturers who share our passion for empowering students of all backgrounds to discover their strengths, refine their craft and achieve their full potential. Join us in shaping the future of creative talent, where expertise, ambition and opportunity come together. Candidates must upload a current CV and provide two supporting statements. It is essential that applicants address the following: areas of expertise teaching and/or relevant professional experience By applying to this vacancy, you will be joining our Visiting Lecturer recruitment pool. Visiting Lecturer roles are part time, fixed term positions, with hours agreed between you and the academic schools as required. Posts are paid hourly, with rates varying according to the nature of the work. When teaching opportunities arise that match your skills and experience, the academic schools will contact you directly to discuss them. Please note that contact is not guaranteed. The recruitment pool is refreshed annually. You will be invited to resubmit your details if you wish to remain in the pool for the following year. If you do not respond, your information will be deleted in line with our Data Protection Policy
Birmingham City University
Birmingham, Staffordshire
Department RBC: Music Location Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Salary £81,836 to £92,593per annum Permanent Post Type Full Time Release Date 23 July 2026 Closing Date 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 23 August 2026 Interview Date Thursday 27 August 2026 Reference RBC26007 Please note: this opportunity is only available to current employees of the University At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff. Recognised as one of the UK's Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities. Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking - those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential. By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond. Overview Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (RBC) is seeking an exceptional and visionary leaderfrom among its existing staff to join our senior management team as a second Vice Principal (Music), sharing the role with the existing postholder who is reducing their hours. This position provides an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the strategic direction, academic leadership and day-to-day management of one of the UK's leading conservatoires. Working closely with the Principal and existing Vice Principal (Music), you will provide academic and operational leadership across the Conservatoire, ensuring an outstanding student experience while supporting innovation, excellence and growth within our vibrant community. About the Role Together with the existing Vice Principal (Music), you will: Contribute to the strategic leadership and development of Royal Birmingham Conservatoire as a member of the Senior Management Team. Lead academic planning, operations, and key institutional projects in consultation with the Principal and Senior Management Team. Champion a student-centred culture that delivers an exceptional learning experience. Manage Heads of Departments and Directors of Studies (Music) and advise on the appointment of Visiting Tutors. Drive innovation in teaching and learning through the development and review of pedagogic strategies. Coordinate the Conservatoire's academic calendar and oversee academic processes. Build and maintain strong relationships with the wider University, Faculty colleagues, and external partners. Chair and participate in committees, course boards, and strategic decision-making groups. Undertake teaching, assessment, auditioning, and examining activities as required. Represent the Conservatoire at University level and deputise for the Principal and other Vice Principal (Music) when necessary. While there will be some overlap and sharing of responsibilities with the existing Vice Principal (Music), we intend that the focus of this postholder's portfolio will encompass management of various operational aspects within Music, including recruitment, scholarships, course marketing, attendance monitoring and timetabling. In addition, it will also include oversight of international activity across the Conservatoire (including Acting). What We're Looking For We're seeking a dynamic and inspirational leader with: Significant management and administrative experience within music education. Extensive knowledge of a broad range of musical repertoire and genres. Proven ability to lead, motivate, and inspire individuals and teams. Experience of managing budgets and allocating resources effectively. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. A successful track record of delivering strategic objectives and performance outcomes. Experience contributing to and implementing organisational vision and strategy. Experience chairing committees and leading decision-making groups. Significant experience as a professional musician at a high level. An advanced qualification in music teaching. Knowledge of the UK conservatoire sector. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Shirley Thompson, Vice Principal (Music) of Royal Birmingham Conservatoire at Work-life balance - Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent). Career development - Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career. Reward and wellbeing - Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits. Inclusive culture - A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant criteria. For further information, please visit: At BCU, we welcome applications that clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role. AI tools may be used to support you in preparing your application, but the information you provide must be accurate, authentic and based on your own experience. Applications that rely too heavily on AI, appear generic or do not provide specific evidence against the role criteria are less likely to progress to the next stage of the recruitment process. For more information, please refer to our candidate guidance; How to Apply - Jobs at Birmingham City University Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential. Disability Confident Employer Birmingham City University is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.
Department RBC: Music Location Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Salary £81,836 to £92,593per annum Permanent Post Type Full Time Release Date 23 July 2026 Closing Date 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 23 August 2026 Interview Date Thursday 27 August 2026 Reference RBC26007 Please note: this opportunity is only available to current employees of the University At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world-class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff. Recognised as one of the UK's Top 250 employers (Financial Times & Statista), we pride ourselves on being a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to grow their careers while contributing to the success of our students and communities. Our student demographic reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of Birmingham itself, with a significant proportion of students from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and the majority of our home students coming from the West Midlands. This diversity is a strength, and it calls for a workforce that is equipped to challenge deficit narratives and thinking - those assumptions that position students from underrepresented groups as lacking rather than recognising their assets, strengths and potential. By embracing this perspective, we aim to create an environment where all students and colleagues can thrive, and where our work contributes positively to the social, cultural and economic life of Birmingham and beyond. Overview Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (RBC) is seeking an exceptional and visionary leaderfrom among its existing staff to join our senior management team as a second Vice Principal (Music), sharing the role with the existing postholder who is reducing their hours. This position provides an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the strategic direction, academic leadership and day-to-day management of one of the UK's leading conservatoires. Working closely with the Principal and existing Vice Principal (Music), you will provide academic and operational leadership across the Conservatoire, ensuring an outstanding student experience while supporting innovation, excellence and growth within our vibrant community. About the Role Together with the existing Vice Principal (Music), you will: Contribute to the strategic leadership and development of Royal Birmingham Conservatoire as a member of the Senior Management Team. Lead academic planning, operations, and key institutional projects in consultation with the Principal and Senior Management Team. Champion a student-centred culture that delivers an exceptional learning experience. Manage Heads of Departments and Directors of Studies (Music) and advise on the appointment of Visiting Tutors. Drive innovation in teaching and learning through the development and review of pedagogic strategies. Coordinate the Conservatoire's academic calendar and oversee academic processes. Build and maintain strong relationships with the wider University, Faculty colleagues, and external partners. Chair and participate in committees, course boards, and strategic decision-making groups. Undertake teaching, assessment, auditioning, and examining activities as required. Represent the Conservatoire at University level and deputise for the Principal and other Vice Principal (Music) when necessary. While there will be some overlap and sharing of responsibilities with the existing Vice Principal (Music), we intend that the focus of this postholder's portfolio will encompass management of various operational aspects within Music, including recruitment, scholarships, course marketing, attendance monitoring and timetabling. In addition, it will also include oversight of international activity across the Conservatoire (including Acting). What We're Looking For We're seeking a dynamic and inspirational leader with: Significant management and administrative experience within music education. Extensive knowledge of a broad range of musical repertoire and genres. Proven ability to lead, motivate, and inspire individuals and teams. Experience of managing budgets and allocating resources effectively. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. A successful track record of delivering strategic objectives and performance outcomes. Experience contributing to and implementing organisational vision and strategy. Experience chairing committees and leading decision-making groups. Significant experience as a professional musician at a high level. An advanced qualification in music teaching. Knowledge of the UK conservatoire sector. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Shirley Thompson, Vice Principal (Music) of Royal Birmingham Conservatoire at Work-life balance - Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent). Career development - Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career. Reward and wellbeing - Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits. Inclusive culture - A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant criteria. For further information, please visit: At BCU, we welcome applications that clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role. AI tools may be used to support you in preparing your application, but the information you provide must be accurate, authentic and based on your own experience. Applications that rely too heavily on AI, appear generic or do not provide specific evidence against the role criteria are less likely to progress to the next stage of the recruitment process. For more information, please refer to our candidate guidance; How to Apply - Jobs at Birmingham City University Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential. Disability Confident Employer Birmingham City University is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.
