Movement and Intimacy Coordinator, BA Acting and Performance

The opportunity

Wimbledon College of Arts, part of University of the Arts London, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner to help shape the future of performance education as a Movement and Intimacy Coordinator.

This is not just a teaching role, it is a chance to pioneer vital approaches to movement and intimacy training, equipping the next generation of actors and performers with the creative, technical and professional skills they need to thrive in today’s industry.

You’ll join our BA Acting and Performance course, part of our Theatre, Screen & Performance Arts programme, which is dedicated to developing artistic practice, driving contemporary culture, and enabling students to become creative, confident, and articulate storytellers. In this role, you’ll lead the coordination, delivery and continual development of movement and intimacy training, teaching physical techniques such as dance, stage combat and body awareness. You’ll also choreograph and safely stage intimate scenes, while remaining mindful of the physical and emotional wellbeing of our students.

Working in close collaboration with directors and faculty, you’ll play a vital part in rehearsals and productions, ensuring best practice through risk assessments, safety compliance and alignment with professional industry standards.

Your profile

We’re seeking a skilled practitioner with a successful track record in actor and movement training, ideally as part of a professional vocational training programme.

Previous experience of teaching and assessment in a Higher Education environment is essential, along with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with students and staff.

Above all, you’ll bring a passion for inclusive, student-centred practice, nurturing diverse creative voices and preparing performers for careers in the creative industries.

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Closing date: 9 November 2025

The scheduled interview date is 19 November 2025

Should you have any questions about the role, please contact Steven Kavuma/Course Leader BA Acting and Performance s.kavuma@arts.ac.uk 

Should you have any questions about the application process or require reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Adrienne Marsh, Resourcing Advisor / jobs.ccw@arts.ac.uk 

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

As a University we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

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