Course Leader - Live Sound and Events Management | Manchester
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Salary: £30,400 to £33,600 per annum (Pro-Rata)
Hours: Part-time, Permanent (30 hours/4 days per week)
Please note, interviews may be arranged prior to the advert closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.
At dBs, we pride ourselves on nurturing talent and shaping the future of education. We are seeking a passionate and skilled Course Leader to join our team in Manchester, specialising in Live Sound and Events Management. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact within our vibrant educational community and to help develop the next generation of industry professionals.
As Course Leader for Live Sound and Events Management, you will play a pivotal role in designing, delivering, and leading our course curriculum. You will be responsible for ensuring that students receive high-quality teaching and practical learning experiences that prepare them for successful careers in the live sound, events, and entertainment industries.
This part-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary package reflective of your expertise and commitment to excellence.
The Course Leader for BA (Hons) Live Sound & Event Management is responsible for coordinating the academic student journey across the programme at the Manchester campus, ensuring that students experience a coherent, well-managed course that supports their progression and success. Working closely with Module Leaders, the Quality Lead, and student support services, the postholder holds the academic point of contact for students and maintains the overall coherence and health of the course at this campus.
The role requires both disciplinary expertise in live sound engineering and/or event management and a commitment to inclusive, industry-aligned higher education practice. The postholder is expected to contribute actively to course delivery and to ensure that the BA (Hons) Live Sound & Event Management continues to reflect the creative, technical, and professional realities of the sectors it serves.
Essential Experience:
- Relevant degree or professional qualification in Live Sound, Events Management, Music Technology, or a related field.
A postgraduate degree in live sound, audio technology, event management, music production, or a closely related discipline; or substantial professional experience at a senior level in the live sound or events industries that is demonstrably equivalent to postgraduate study.
A higher education teaching qualification or professional recognition (e.g. PGCert HE, FHEA or equivalent), or a commitment to achieving this within an agreed timeframe supported by the institution
Experience of teaching, lecturing, training, or mentoring in a higher education, further education, or professional development context.
Demonstrable professional expertise in live sound engineering and/or event management, with a record of relevant industry practice at professional level.
Experience of engagement with a wide range of stakeholders, including students, colleagues, industry partners, and community representatives.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong and productive working relationships with students, academic colleagues, and industry partners.
Strong organisational and self-management skills, with the ability to manage concurrent academic responsibilities across a busy and varied calendar.
Commitment to inclusive, equity-informed teaching practice and to creating a learning environment that supports students from diverse backgrounds.
Proficiency in data analysis and the technology tools used for student record management, timetabling, and reporting.
Commitment to excellence in higher education and to the ongoing development of professional practice.
Commitment to continuing professional development and to maintaining professional standards through reflective practice, sector engagement, and CPD activity.
Commitment to developing and maintaining internal and external networks with academic and non-academic partners and stakeholders.
- Competitive salary within the range of £30,400 to £33,600 per annum (pro-rated for part-time).
- Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme.
- Access to professional development and training opportunities.
- Supportive and inclusive working environment.
- Opportunity to work within a forward-thinking education group committed to innovation and excellence.
If you are passionate about live sound and events management and eager to inspire the next generation of professionals, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role via our careers page or the relevant job board.
dBs Institute is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in higher education and the creative arts sector. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff.
