Dance Instructor

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re more than an education provider – we’re a driving force for opportunity, innovation and community growth. As one of the UK’s leading further education colleges and an exempt charity, we deliver high‑quality technical and professional education that transforms lives and supports regional prosperity. With over 12,500 students and around 1,000 colleagues, we’re proud to be an anchor institution driving social mobility, inclusion and success. We are seeking an inspiring and industry active Dance Lecturer to deliver high-quality teaching to degree level students at Blackpool School of Arts. The successful candidate will have the ability to teach Tap, Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Urban, Contemporary and Physical Theatre, alongside experience in Acting and Musical Theatre. A Master's degree in a relevant subject is essential. You will be passionate about developing emerging performers, creating an inclusive learning environment and preparing students for careers within the performing arts industry. Desirable Experience teaching at Level 4 and above Extensive industry experience Join a vibrant creative community and help shape the next generation of performing arts professionals. What We Offer We believe great people deserve great rewards. When you join B&FC, you’ll benefit from: Generous annual leave, plus 5 additional gifted days (pro rata for part-time employees) to be taken during the Christmas closure period An excellent pension scheme Professional development and funded training opportunities Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Comprehensive wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives Working with Us At B&FC, you’ll join a values-led community built on our CAREER principles – Community, Authenticity, Relentless Optimism, Everyone Included, Excellence, and Respect. We’re proud to empower both our colleagues and students to thrive, supported by outstanding facilities, forward‑thinking leadership, and a culture of inclusion and innovation. Whether you’re inspiring the next generation or advancing your own professional journey, B&FC is a place where you can truly make a difference. How We Support You At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to take part in our selection process, please let the hiring manager or People Team know before your interview so we can make sure you have the support you need to perform at your best. Rewards and Benefits Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work® Certified™ Enhanced leave allowance of 38 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Competitive pension scheme: Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 8.1% employer contribution Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications Agile working opportunities Internal Coaching Service Enhanced Family friendly policies Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to: Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year Occupational Health FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS FREE eye tests Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing FREE healthy breakfast Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships Health and beauty salon Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks) Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates FREE car parking Car lease scheme Cycle to work scheme Onsite kids ‘Sports Camp’ 8am – 5pm during selected half‑term breaks Our Safeguarding Responsibilities B&FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. All colleagues are required to complete safeguarding training and uphold the College’s policies and procedures to ensure a safe and supportive environment for learners. All roles at B&FC are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended), and employment is subject to a range of pre‑employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of qualifications and references, and the right to work in the UK. The amendments to the Act (2013 and 2020) mean that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website, and you can check whether your conviction or caution is spent by visiting the Disclosure Calculator Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website, and you can check whether your conviction or caution is spent by visiting the Disclosure Calculator #J-18808-Ljbffr