Playing a role in someone’s learning experience is a privilege, and we pride ourselves on providing our students with the best experiences, opportunities and challenges.
The University has played a central role in providing specialist education and training in the arts for 170 years. Our staff, both teaching and non-teaching, enjoy being part of such a dynamic and creative environment.
Our goal is to provide our staff with ongoing development opportunities. We know that our staff are integral to our future success.
Leeds Arts University is committed to pursuing equality of opportunity.
We hope you’ll consider joining us.
Current Vacancies
University benefits
Holiday Entitlement
Academic staff get 35 days' holiday per year (pro rata), plus 8 days' statutory holiday.
Business Support and Resource staff get 25 or 26 days' holiday per year (pro rata), plus 8 days' statutory holiday. Extra holidays are given for long service for Business Support and Resource Staff.
Pension Schemes
Academic and Resource staff have access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme (The University contributes 28.6%, and you contribute 7.4% or higher dependent on your salary).
Business support staff have access to The West Yorkshire Pension Fund (The University contributes 17.1%, and your contribution is dependent on your salary).
Staff training and development
We offer an in-house staff development programme plus support for external training.
West Yorkshire Metro Card scheme
You’ll be entitled to a discount on bus and train travel in the Leeds/West Yorkshire region, on purchasing an annual Metro card.
Vivup - Online Discount Platform
Vivup offers lifestyle savings, with over 1,000 discounts, including the biggest brands, retailers and leading supermarkets - all on one convenient platform. Cycle to Work is also provided to enable employees to spread the cost of a bicycle straight from their salary.
'Your Care' by Vivup
Your Care is our employee assistance programme and the platform provides a range of support tools, self-help workbooks and wellbeing guidance for employees. It also includes a 24/7, 365-day helpline, as well as offering counselling services.
Recruitment Privacy Notice
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. Please take a moment to review our Recruitment Privacy Notice to understand how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide during the recruitment process.