Lecturer in Acting

Turning Passion into Purpose. The highly successful BA Acting for Stage and Screen programme at LSBU wishes to recruit a Lecturer in Acting (fixed term of 2 years) to deliver exceptional learning and teaching to undergraduate students on this dynamic and high-performing degree.Our emphasis at LSBU is on supporting the development of students as early career actors and artists networked into the industry from the start of their studies. You will bring a highly skilled and creative approach to actor training pedagogy to make an exceptional contribution to the work of the teaching team in this area. You will be responsible for teaching, marking, assessing, and supervising undergraduate classes in addition to carrying out additional rehearsal supervision and teaching-related administration. All academic staff at LSBU are expected to be research or industry active.About You:We are looking to hear from candidates who have the following skills/experience:Hold a good first degree in subject of Drama, Theatre or Acting together with a post-graduate qualification in a relevant subject specialismDemonstrable professional experience as an actor or directorDemonstrate a proven track record in delivering strong outcomes for undergraduate studentsSuccessful teaching track record in the HE actor training sectorIn addition, to your proven success in delivering high quality outcomes for students you will bring a wealth of industry contacts drawn from your own recent professional practice and experience.We welcome applications from candidates whose research demonstrates societal impact, and where there is evidence of knowledge exchange, business or community engagement, and national and international collaboration. Experience of doctoral level supervision would also be an advantage.This post is open on a part-time, fixed-term basis. Applications are encouraged from candidates who have a record of high-quality outputs in interdisciplinary research that meet REF standards or are keen to make a meaningful contribution to the REF.Benefits and How to Apply:As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 35 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working. Full details on the range of benefits we offer can be found here.The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack attached. Applications must be submitted via the &slshquot;Apply Online&slshquot; button below.For an informal conversation ahead of applying please feel free to contact the hiring manager for this position, Deputy Head of School Arts and Social Sciences, Professor Gill Foster, fosterg@lsbu.ac.ukThe closing date for applications is Wednesday 10th December 23.59 pmInterview/assessment - week commencing 15th December 2025We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route, more details on this can be found within the candidate pack.If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team hrdsr@lsbu.ac.ukWe reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.