Lecturer in Music (Songwriting)

Lecturer in Music (Songwriting)

The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts Closing date: Fri, 27 Mar 2026

Artform: Performing arts
Role: Teaching
Contract: Permanent
North West

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Music (Songwriting) with an experience of the music industry and higher education to join our School of Music.

Job Description

The post holder will directly report to our Head of Music (Creative & Technical) and will teach music and related subjects to students enrolled on a range of courses, manage modules or parts of courses as required and assess students by the formal or informal methods required by external examining bodies and internal procedures.

In addition, you will contribute to curriculum innovation, development and implementation, assist in the implementation of pastoral and welfare systems provided for students and continue personal and professional development in the areas of both subject knowledge and teaching methods.

The ideal candidate will have a degree or equivalent qualification, and a comprehensive knowledge of song writing pedagogy, methodology and theory. You will be student focussed, building a supportive and creative environment for students to develop their skills in a practice-based learning environment, with a strong commitment to preparing students for sustained employment.

As a new colleague you will join a thriving creative community and learning environment, working with inspiring students and supportive colleagues. The successful applicant will contribute to the ongoing development of vocational learning, practice, and scholarship within LIPA.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Lecturer in Music (Songwriting)
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Performing arts
  • Role: Teaching
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Fri, 27 Mar 2026
  • Location:
    North West
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Job: Lecturer in Music (Songwriting)

Job: Lecturer in Music (Songwriting)

Organisation: The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

Postcode: L1 9HF

How to Apply

Closing date for applications: Friday 27th March at 12 noon
Interviews: Friday 10th April 2026

You can download or request a hard copy of the details, and an application form related to these posts from our website on the following link: https://lipa.ac.uk/about-us/working-here/

Should you have any questions about the application process or require reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact our Recruitment Team on [email protected] or 0151 330 3091.

Please send your completed application form to [email protected]