Transitions Senior Tutor

Fixed-term contract (24 months)

RNCM Transitions is a new programme in partnership with Purposeful Ventures to improve the education and well-being of young people through access to specialist Higher Education. We believe that all young people should benefit from high-quality music and arts education and have the chance to fulfil their creative potential.

RNCM Transitions aims to bridge the gap between RNCM Engage (pre-tertiary) and the RNCM Senior college (HE). The current Transitions offer is for all pre-tertiary students (aged 16-18) who are part of RNCM Junior programmes. The programme will provide opportunities for young people to accelerate their musical development, build social and personal skills, and provide what they need to be in a position to enter conservatoire study, should they wish to do so. The programme will also provide guidance and information to support learners through the process of applying and auditioning for conservatoire study – specifically offering advice auditions; audition information and guidance; contextual auditions; and offer holder support.

The role-holder will lead the programme, identify the needs of the young people and design a learning programme for each individual student. To support this, they will design and lead where appropriate a progressive sequence of group activities. The role-holder will also provide pastoral support for the young people and their families.

They will manage all aspects of the young people’s progress and ensure that all teaching, mentoring and coaching is high quality, student-centred and supports musical, social and personal development. Additionally, they will manage the budget and ensure resources are appropriately allocated.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

This role is suitable for blended working.

For full details and how to apply please visit our website at www.rncm.ac.uk/about/job-vacancies.

You can apply for this role via the Application Form. You will be required to submit a copy of your CV (maximum 4 pages) and a Cover Letter detailing how you meet the criteria set out in the person specification.

All of the fields are required unless stated.

Once you have submitted your application you will receive an automated email from ‘RNCM Website’ confirming your Application Form submission for this role.

Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be submitted to the panel.

If you have any queries please contact our Human Resources department via email at Recruitment@rncm.ac.uk

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Some applicants may require sponsorship from the College and a visa from UKVI to take up the role if successful. More information on this can be found here: www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa

Closing date: 12 Noon, Monday 15^th September 2025

Interview date: Wednesday 24^th September 2025

The RNCM is committed to safeguarding and we prioritise creating a safe and secure environment for everyone. We seek individuals who share in our commitment to safeguarding and are willing to uphold these principles in all aspects of their work.

RNCM recognises that music is in every culture.

We are committed to building a diverse community of staff and students.

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