Receptionist, Education ​/ Teaching

Welcome to our dance faculty, a space where creativity thrives and is celebrated, and the art of dance is passionately embraced.

NSCD is a distinguished institution at the forefront of dance education in the UK. Embodying a vibrant and creative culture, our institution stands out as a beacon of artistic exploration. We foster an environment where both staff and students are encouraged to explore the realms of art and the broader world.

Sharon Watson MBE DL
CEO and Principal

Hours of work: Minimum of 37 hours per week. Normally, Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm.

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: Monday 17 th August 2026 (12:00 noon)

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 24 th August 2026

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and personable full time Receptionist. As the first point of contact for students, staff and visitors, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming, professional and positive experience for everyone who walks through our doors.

This is a varied and fast-paced role where no two days are the same. You will provide an efficient, high-quality reception service, manage day-to-day enquiries, and help keep our busy institution running smoothly. If you are a confident communicator with excellent customer service skills, thrive in a busy environment, and enjoy being at the heart of a creative organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

NSCD strives to provide an environment that is open, honest and transparent.

• We aim to ensure that team work and mutual respect within our diverse environment is valued.
• We aim to support staff to work professionally and effectively to enjoy job satisfaction.
• We value all staff and their contribution to the School’s vision:

We expect staff to maintain high standards of personal and professional conduct at all times.

All staff should ensure that their conduct is appropriate to the ethos and policies of the school to protect the wellbeing of all employees and students. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work.

Unaccompanied CVs will not be considered.

Northern School of Contemporary Dance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and vulnerable adults and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work.

The School is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.

Northern School of Contemporary Dance (NSCD) is one of the leading dance training institutions in the UK. As a Higher Education Institution, we offer full-time undergraduate and postgraduate courses for around 250 students. NSCD is an ambitious, small specialist institution, internationally recognised as a centre of excellence for dance education and with a growing reputation as a centre for dance development.

Based in Chapeltown, Leeds, just outside the city centre, our unique and characterful campus comprises 7 dance studios, offices and teaching areas, a fitness centre plus a bar and café. Central to our building is the Riley Theatre, a 250-capacity professional dance theatre managed by NSCD which hosts national and international touring dance companies as well as student performances throughout the year for the wider community to enjoy.

Our standard opening hours are 9.00am to 9.00pm Monday to Friday and 9.00am to 5.00pm on weekends during term time. Out of term time, opening hours are slightly reduced.

As well as our Higher Education programmes, we deliver and host a wide range of community dance classes and run a Centre for Advanced Training for talented young people. Out of term, we also hold Easter and Summer School courses. The School is an incredibly busy, vibrant and dynamic learning environment where in a busy week over one thousand visitors could use our facilities in one way or another.

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Northern School of Contemporary Dance
98 Chapeltown Road, Leeds, LS7 4BH