Job Description

The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) is recognised as a leading centre of excellence for creative learning and vocational training within the performing arts and creative industries. We enjoy an international and national reputation for the quality of our teaching, our exceptional facilities, and our enviable track record of graduate employment and alumni successes.



We are seeking applications from inspiring and informed musicians to assist with lecture/seminar planning and delivery on our Music Production, Songwriting and Composition modules.



These posts will involve planning, teaching and assessing on specific modules across all levels of study. We anticipate this being

two 0.5 FTE

roles (one for Production and one for Songwriting/Composition), but they may be split between candidates depending upon the relevant skills and time available when applications are assessed. Both roles will work under the supervision of the Director of the School of Music and the Head of Music (Creative & Technical).



The ideal candidate would be a music teacher with industry experience, and with experience of teaching at HE level in both theoretical and practical contexts. You will be an enthusiastic, highly skilled professional with excellent communication skills, and be committed to providing an excellent experience for our students.



We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, generous pension, and holiday entitlements, complimentary tickets to our inhouse productions, and the opportunity to become part of our unique international community of creatives, performers, technicians, managers, and film makers.



These are permanent posts to commence from September 2025. When making your application, please specify which of the two posts you are interested in (or specify both if you believe you have skills across the disciplines).

Closing date for applications: Thursday 7

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August 2025 at 12 noon

Interviews: w/c 11

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August 2025

CV's will not be accepted.



Should you have any questions about the application process or require reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact our Recruitment Team on recruit@lipa.ac.uk or 0151 330 3091

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Please send your completed application form to recruit@lipa.ac.uk

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunity's employer, LIPA is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.



We are committed to working together to create an inclusive environment that offers equitable opportunities for all, pursuing our vision to be a leading vocational training institution.



As part of our Strategic Plan for 2023-2026 we are seeking to increase the diversity within our community and would particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups, people with disabilities and those identifying as female, non-binary or trans-gender.



Appointments will always be made on merit.

LIPA a registered charity No. 1001565.