PROFESSORIAL STAFF ACADEMIC STUDIES (Music) (Permanent, part-time up to 0.5 FTE)

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1 PROFESSORIAL STAFF ACADEMIC STUDIES (Music) (Permanent, part-time up to 0.5 FTE) JOB DETAILS - CONTENTS Page 2 Page 3 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Advertisement Job Description Person Specification Conditions of Service Summary Information on Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance

2 PROFESSORIAL STAFF ACADEMIC STUDIES (Music) Contract: Permanent, part-time (up to 0.5 FTE) Salary: 34,852-40,904 p.a. pro-rata (Including LWA) Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance is a forward thinking, contemporary and worldclass Higher Education Institution with a vision to redefine the conservatoire for the 21 st century. At the leading edge of music and dance training, it provides specialist education of the highest quality, which reflects the increasingly collaborative world of artistic practice. The Faculty of Music accounts for over 600 of the higher education (HE) students within Trinity Laban and delivers programmes of study for students from pre-degree to doctoral levels through an innovative combination of practical and academic studies through which it seeks to impart in its students the skills needed for a dynamic and sustainable career in the music profession. Integral to the Faculty of Music are the learning opportunities provided by the Academic Studies Department, who deliver core academic and vocational learning across all programmes of study within the Faculty. The team of Academic Studies teaching staff many of whom also contribute to instrumental/vocal/composition teaching within the Faculty each exemplify the multi-faceted skillset of modern musicians and thus provide important exemplars for students. The Faculty of Music seeks to appoint a suitably qualified candidate to a 0.5 FTE, permanent teaching position with effect from 1 September The successful candidate may have expertise in the fields of historical musicology, music theory, applied musicianship &/or music business (music leadership; audience development; mentoring & developing musicians). They will be expected to contribute to the development and delivery of curriculum, in particular teaching music history/context and/or applied musicianship and/or music entrepreneurship at undergraduate level, in addition contributing to teaching and the development of new curricula at postgraduate level and enhancing the Faculty s developing research culture. Consideration will be given to suitable individuals who apply to teach one or more of the specified areas (in exceptional cases the Faculty will consider offering a larger fraction to a candidate able to contribute to teaching in more than one of the listed fields). Applications from early career researchers seeking their first formal teaching position are also strongly encouraged. Following success in the Institution s first formal research submission (REF 2014) with established research strengths in composition and music technology, musicology, music psychology, and the performance of music (particularly contemporary music) our strategic priority are the development of a practice-led research hub with specialisms in creative practice/performance, performance science and performance pedagogy as well as text-based research in our disciplines; the further integration of our research and knowledge exchange/public engagement programmes; and increasing our research collaborations, seeking particularly to engage international partners. The Faculty of Music is committed to encouraging researchinformed teaching; you will be encouraged to develop your skills in line with this ethos. Educated to at least Masters degree-level, you will have proven higher music education teaching experience, strong or emerging research interests, outstanding communication and organisational abilities, excellent IT skills and the capability to deal with a busy and varied workload, within a highly creative environment. For a job pack and application form, please visit our website, or contact Pamela Thompson, HR Advisor on or by at staffrecruitment@trinitylaban.ac.uk. CVs will not be accepted unless accompanied by a completed application form. Closing date: 12 noon, Thursday 25 June 2015 (no agencies) Interviews: Monday 6 and/or Tuesday 7 July 2015 Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. 2

3 JOB DESCRIPTION Post: Department: Reporting to: Professorial Staff Academic Studies (Music) Faculty of Music Assistant Director of Music & Head of Performance Grade: 7 Contract: Permanent, part-time (up to 0.5 FTE) MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Teaching You will: teach modules/components in the areas of music history/context and/or applied musicianship and/or music business/audience engagement to undergraduate students, and contribute as appropriate to the teaching of taught postgraduate and/or research degree students as directed by the Assistant Director of Music and Head of Programmes; utilise innovative approaches to learning and teaching, taking account of student centred and research-informed approaches; develop pedagogic materials for inclusion within the Institutional VLE (Moodle) and/or other electronic platforms (e.g. the worldwide web) in support of relevant module/component learning opportunities; provide advice to students, inducting them to specified areas of the curriculum, ensuring the provision of accurate, high-quality and clear information about relevant learning opportunities, and answering ongoing queries throughout the academic year; be involved in the assessment of course work and examinations including operating as one of the Faculty of Music s trained internal practical assessment panel examiners as appropriate; contribute to the review of modules/components and programmes and quality assurance mechanisms; contribute to the planning and development of modules/components within relevant subject area(s); undertake a full pro-rata teaching load and take part in other teaching and teaching-related activities, as appropriate; maintain an active interest in pedagogic innovations in relation to both relevant module/component subject areas and music / education in general, keeping up-to-date with the teaching methods, standards and content of studies within other comparable institutions both within the UK and overseas. 3

4 Research (as appropriate) You will: contribute to the development of the Institution s research culture by undertaking original and independent research in a relevant/related field of music (practice, pedagogy, musicology, etc.); pursue and maintain a record of high-quality and original research outputs suitable for inclusion in the Institution s submission to future Research Excellence exercises; contribute to the Institutional research environment through national and international participation in research activities related to your specialist field(s); demonstrate the importance and value of research outputs to audiences beyond the Conservatoire and to contribute to the Institution s impact agenda; report on activity undertaken on an annual basis to the Head of Research. Administration You will: contribute to the administrative process of the Faculty, and as appropriate, of the wider Conservatoire; participate in, and make an active contribution to, relevant Faculty groups and committees including Programme Committees, Programme and team meetings, etc.; exercise initiative within assigned tasks and execute tasks within a timely manner; organise your own work effectively, prioritising as appropriate; undertake more demanding responsibilities as appropriate; provide written and/or verbal references for students as required. THE POST HOLDER MUST: at all times be committed to Trinity Laban s Equality, Diversity and Access Policy; adhere to all policies and procedures relating to Health and Safety in the workplace; engage actively with the range of IT systems and platforms currently in use within Trinity Laban; act with professionalism and integrity at all times in the carrying out any duties for and on behalf of Trinity Laban; promote the profile and image of the Department, the Faculty of Music s portfolio of programme offerings and the Conservatoire wherever possible; participate in annual performance management review processes, including maintaining an up-to-date standard academic CV; participate in relevant Institutional staff development/instruction programmes as required by the Director of Music; ensure that personal leave is taken at times which do not conflict with the efficient discharge of the above duties. 4

5 Please note: The above list reflects the core activities of the role at the time of appointment. It is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post-holder must be willing to adapt to changing institutional priorities, which will inevitably lead to changes in duties. The post holder will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. All members of staff are required to be professional, co-operative and flexible in line with the needs of the Conservatoire. Career Expectations: Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance is committed to developing its staff. All staff participate in the Performance Management Review scheme and we continue to work with individuals, supporting them to maximise their potential. Vacancies that arise within the area or across the wider Conservatoire are advertised on the Trinity Laban website to allow staff to apply for wider career development opportunities. Conservatoire Values: All staff are expected to operate in line with Trinity Laban s Terms and Conditions for staff, which set out the principles of how we work together. More information about the Conservatoire s vision, mission and values is available at: Trinity Laban has a no smoking policy on its premises. 02/06/2015 PERSON SPECIFICATION: PROFESSORIAL STAFF ACADEMIC STUDIES (MUSIC) 5

6 Criteria Essential Desirable Education, Qualifications & Training A Masters degree in music or relevant related subject PhD or equivalent qualification HE Teaching Qualification or other equivalent accreditation Knowledge & Skills Relevant subject expertise/professional experience Ability to plan and deliver coherent and appropriate programmes of learning at a range of levels (undergraduate and postgraduate), including relevant formative and summative assessment activities Demonstrable interest in curriculum development and knowledge of enhancement-led approaches to teaching delivery Active research profile in a relevant/related area/discipline (practice, pedagogy, musicology, etc.) Ability to evidence a research-informed approach to teaching in their specialist subject area Excellent communication skills (written and oral), including ability to operate as part of a team through consultation, co-operation and evidencing mutual professional respect Ability to utilise a range of IT systems/resources (including VLE systems such as Moodle) confidently and to good effect in relation to communication and in support of pedagogy Previous Experience Versatile and creative music educator, with experience of music teaching and/or examining at a range of levels and/or in a range of environments at within the Higher Education sector / at HE levels 4-7 Prior experience of research degree supervision (PhD or other relevant Level 8 qualification) Established and current academic and/or professional performance/composition profile Knowledge of standard processes and expectations of the higher education sector, including matters relating to learning and teaching, quality assurance and the facilitation of student-centred learning Module/component leadership within a higher music education context (e.g. leadership of an area of study &/or a component/module within an HE degree/diploma programme) (Applied Musicianship only) Ability to create inspiring musical materials for class improvisation and other creative activities and to lead these from the keyboard or another suitable instrument Personal Characteristics Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships at all levels and in particular to inspire and motivate students Self-motivated, systematic and flexible worker, able to use time efficiently, meet priorities and deadlines and act on their own initiative when necessary Evident record of relevant professional development and commitment to a continuing professional development profile Please note: Applicants for this role must be eligible to work legally in the United Kingdom. If you do not have the necessary permissions to do so, unfortunately we are unable to consider your application. 6

7 CONDITIONS OF SERVICE SUMMARY Contract: Hours: Location: Permanent, part-time (up to 0.5 FTE), subject to a one year probationary period. Up to 17.5 hours per week (35 hours per week pro-rata). Flexible working including regular evening and occasional weekend work is required. You will be based at the Faculty of Music s building, King Charles Court, Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, but you may also be required to work at the Laban Building, Faculty of Dance. Salary Scale: Trinity Laban Salary Scale, Grade 7, Incremental Points ,852-40,904 p.a. pro-rata (including LWA). Salaries are paid on the last working day of each month direct into bank or building society accounts. Annual Leave: 40 days pro-rata in addition to Statutory, Bank and Public Holidays. Pension Schemes: The successful candidate will be auto-enrolled in to The Teachers Pension Scheme. The Conservatoire currently pays the Employers contribution of 14.1% of pensionable salary to the TPS. Sick Pay: Professional Development: Car Parking: Cafeterias: Classes: Events: Childcare: Eye Care: Health: Trinity Laban operates the Statutory Sick Pay Scheme, and staff may be eligible for benefits in excess of this under Trinity Laban s own sick pay scheme. An annual allocation of 140 hours pro-rata is attributed to all staff on academic contracts, in relation to which a range of Staff Development opportunities are available. Where appropriate additional acknowledgement of research-active status (i.e. in relation to any staff member being submitted within the periodic Research Assessment exercises e.g. REF2014) may attract an allocation of research time within their contracted duties. A limited number of parking spaces are available at both sites, subject to availability. Our recently refurbished Cafeterias on both sites serve a range of hot and cold meals plus drinks and snacks. Reduced rates access to most Adult & Children s Classes. There are a wide range of music and dance performances each week, most of which are free to members of staff. Trinity Laban operates the Edenred childcare voucher scheme. Details are available on request from the HR Department. Vouchers for eye tests are available for VDU users. Reduced rates for Health services and access to the Cash 4 Health plan. Details are available from the Trinity Laban Health Department. 7

8 INFORMATION ABOUT TRINITY LABAN CONSERVATOIRE OF MUSIC AND DANCE In 2005, Laban joined nearby Trinity College of Music to form Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance. The pairing of these two leading organisations has created a diverse community of performers, choreographers, composers, designers, teachers, researchers and writers. As the traditional divisions between art forms blur, Trinity Laban provides its students with unique collaborative opportunities in an environment of creative and technical excellence. We encourage our students to explore the ever-evolving art forms of music and dance, and provide the real-world skills they need to become the artistic leaders of the future. The Conservatoire runs a vibrant programme of performances and festivals as well as groundbreaking education, community and social-inclusion schemes. FACULTY OF MUSIC Located in the beautiful Wren-designed King Charles Court at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, Trinity Laban s Faculty of Music is one of the UK s leading centres for the training of professional musicians. It is a creative and cosmopolitan community of performers, composers, teachers and researchers. It provides a realistic preparation for the portfolio career of the modern performing musician: developing a diversity of skills on the one hand, and intense specialisation on the other. Programmes are tailored to the personal interests and needs of individual musicians, from pre-undergraduate through to postgraduate and professional development courses. The Faculty of Music has long been acknowledged for fostering a caring environment for its students. Its professional staff are renowned musicians with many working as acclaimed soloists or belong to top London orchestras, opera companies, chamber ensembles, etc. FACULTY OF DANCE Trinity Laban is one of Europe s leading centres for the training of professional contemporary dance artists, attracting students from around the globe. We have the largest team of specialist contemporary dance teachers in the world as well as exceptional facilities. Our state-of-the-art building won the UK s highest architectural award - the RIBA Stirling Prize for Building of the Year - and topped The Daily Telegraph s list of the most inspiring buildings in Britain. We are training the leading dance artists of tomorrow - we provide our students with the best artistic training and the skills they need to succeed in the professional world. Trinity Laban has been the highest ranked dance institution in the Guardian Higher Education/University League Tables for the last four years in a row. 8