Lecturer in Singing and Voice (1748)
Lecturer in Singing and Voice
Full Time – Permanent – High Wycombe
Salary - £38,249 - £42,882
Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.
We are seeking to employ an innovative and inspiring Singing & Voice Lecturer with higher education experience and extensive knowledge of musical theatre to deliver voice and singing modules for our BA (Hons) Musical Theatre programme. Key responsibilities include teaching vocal anatomy, ensemble singing, and applied singing & voice modules, while also acting as Musical Director for in-house and external performances, including full-scale productions.
You will be responsible for designing and implementing a diverse and inclusive approach to teaching and learning, contributing to course design and delivery while fostering flexibility, confidence, knowledge, and skill development in students. You will also serve as a pastoral tutor and supervise Level 6 dissertations, supporting students' academic and personal growth. Experience in Estill Voice Training, Vocal Balance, or Fitzmaurice Voicework is desirable, along with proficiency in piano/keyboard skills.
What we offer:
- a generous holiday entitlement (35 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
- Hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
- training & development support opportunities
- contributory pension scheme
- discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
- a range of staff discounts with major retailers.
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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information about this role please contact Joanne Roots joanne.roots@bnu.ac.uk
All applications are to be made in full and online.
BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.
Closing Date: 18 May 2025
Interview Date: 28 May 2025
If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
To be used in alignment with our Academic Charter and Career Pathways
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Job Title: Lecturer in Singing and Voice
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School/Directorate: ADP
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Grade: G |
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Location: High Wycombe
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Responsible to: Deputy Head of School or designee
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Job Purpose:
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Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Research and Knowledge Exchange:
- Conduct research and scholarly activity, clearly plan to generate income and align own research with teaching and learning
- Engage with relevant business and professional networks to promote teaching and learning and research in a professional context
- Contribute to knowledge through refereed conference outputs and peer-reviewed (non-conference) outputs
- Embed research within teaching and curriculum and contribute to research impact
- Contribute to the leadership of an inclusive and interdisciplinary research culture
- Undertake research with external partners, communities, professional bodies and/or employers.
- Contribute to the REF and KEF and to internal and external research and enterprise strategies
Learning, Teaching & Scholarship:
- Undertake research-informed teaching in the subject discipline managing all aspects of curriculum delivery and quality
- Deliver educational knowledge and practice through generation of peer-reviewed pedagogical outputs.
- Act as Musical Director for in house and external performances, including full-scale productions, providing direction and vocal support, while ensuring the integration of voice work into production projects.
- Contribute to the leadership of an inclusive teaching and learning culture and ensuring delivery of excellent student experience and outcomes.
- Contribute to research informed innovative pedagogy, curriculum and programme design and planning including digital technology to enhance learning
- Deliver successful and impactful tutoring and pastoral support to students including the support of placements and internships
- Engage with professional bodies, employers, and other organisations to stay informed on industry standards and best practices, enhancing both professional practice and student outcomes.
- Provide effective feedback, support, and guidance to students, which promotes improvement of performance.
Leadership and Academic Citizenship:
- Contribute to growth by increasing student recruitment
- Active participation in business planning, strategy setting and key decision making within the School using relevant data and metrics to improve student experience and outcomes
- Engage with professional bodies, policy-makers, employers and other relevant groups including participation in civic engagement and contribution to our regional community
- Support and engage with peer review, external assessment or external examination ensuring the highest quality.
- Contribute to income generation
- Foster a culture of inclusion, making a positive contribution towards reducing awarding gaps and improving diversity in teaching and learning
Other
- Engage in professional development activities (e.g. CPD, attendance at conferences)
- Contribute to Open Days, school, college and partnership links and the marketing and promotional work of the School
- Act as a commentator or contributor to media
- Comply with relevant legislative and other requirements (e.g. the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR; Health and Safety; UKVI; and Equality and Diversity) in all working practices
- Such other duties temporarily or on a continuing basis, as may reasonably be required.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A = Application T = Test/Presentation I = Interview
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Education, Qualifications & Training |
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First degree in singing/ voice or equivalent |
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Doctoral level qualification (or working towards) or equivalent professional experience in musical theatre or voice training |
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Recognised HE teaching qualification and/or Fellow of the HEA or evidenced commitment to achieving within two years |
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Knowledge & Experience |
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Delivering quality learning and teaching to students/learners specifically in voice & singing |
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Knowledge/Experience in musical direction, including the ability to lead in-house and external performances, including full-scale productions. |
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Delivering excellent student/customer experience |
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Expert knowledge of Estill Voice Training, Vocal Balance, or Fitzmaurice Voicework |
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Knowledge and understanding of vocal anatomy, vocal techniques, and the ability to select appropriate repertoire for students at different levels. |
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Evidence as an active researcher and delivery of high-quality research and scholarship |
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Experience of research supervision, personal tutoring, or personal development |
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Skills |
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Excellent presentation and teaching delivery skills* |
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Ability to play piano/keyboard and read scores proficiently |
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Capable of creating harmonies and adapting music arrangements to enhance ensemble work. |
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Highly effective customer service skills |
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Special Requirements |
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A willingness to work off-site during production periods for external performances. |
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A willingness and ability to contribute to University Open Days (which may fall on Saturdays) |
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*you will be required to deliver a micro-teach as part of your interview
Behavioural INDICATORS
The BNU Behaviours Framework (BBF) is a framework for all University staff that sets out the key behaviours that exemplify the DRIVE values and ethos of the University. The nine categories provide a clear steer on behavioural expectations that will help support a step change in the performance and culture of the University. The three key behavioural indicators for this post are as follows:
- Making every contact count by providing the best quality service to all our customers (Internal
- Customers, Students and all our Stakeholders). Building genuine and open long-term relationships in order to improve customer services.
- Working collaboratively and across boundaries with others in order to achieve objectives.
- Recognising a valuing the different contributions people bring to this process.
