Dance Teacher

Supply Desk; Chesham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend

Flexible working

Job summary

Supply Desk in Chesham is seeking a passionate Dance Teacher to deliver engaging and inclusive dance lessons across year groups, developing pupils' confidence, creativity and performance skills.

You will plan and deliver imaginative lessons, assess progress, support safeguarding, and contribute to school productions. The role offers flexible working to suit availability and a supportive education consultancy.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Music and the relevant curriculum.
• Strong knowledge of Dance and relevant teaching practices.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative, and inclusive Dance lessons in line with the relevant curriculum.
• Teach pupils across a range of abilities and year groups, supporting their development of dance and performance skills.
• Introduce pupils to a variety of dance styles, techniques, choreography, and performance practices.
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages creativity, confidence, self-expression, and participation.
• Develop pupils' technical skills, physical coordination, musicality, and performance abilities.
• Encourage pupils to develop their own choreography and explore different creative ideas.
• Assess, monitor, and record pupils' progress, providing constructive feedback to support their development.
• Prepare pupils for performances, showcases, school productions, and other creative events where required.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, engagement, teamwork, and respect within lessons.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, teaching assistants, parents, and the wider school community to support pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Contribute to wider school activities, performances, enrichment opportunities, and extracurricular dance activities where required.

Skills

Music knowledge

Dance knowledge

Classroom management

Communication

Passion for Dance

Choreography

Job description

Dance Teacher

Location: Chesham

Contract: Full-time

Salary: MPS / UPS

Start Date: October 2026

Application Closing date: 5th October 2026

About the Role

Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Dance Teacher looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking a creative and inspiring Dance Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive school, where you'll encourage pupils to develop their confidence, creativity, performance skills, and passion for dance through engaging and inspiring lessons.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative, and inclusive Dance lessons in line with the relevant curriculum.
• Teach pupils across a range of abilities and year groups, supporting their development of dance and performance skills.
• Introduce pupils to a variety of dance styles, techniques, choreography, and performance practices.
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages creativity, confidence, self-expression, and participation.
• Develop pupils' technical skills, physical coordination, musicality, and performance abilities.
• Encourage pupils to develop their own choreography and explore different creative ideas.
• Assess, monitor, and record pupils' progress, providing constructive feedback to support their development.
• Prepare pupils for performances, showcases, school productions, and other creative events where required.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, engagement, teamwork, and respect within lessons.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, teaching assistants, parents, and the wider school community to support pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Contribute to wider school activities, performances, enrichment opportunities, and extracurricular dance activities where required.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of Music and the relevant curriculum.
• Strong knowledge of Dance and relevant teaching practices.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A passion for Dance and inspiring pupils through creative and engaging teaching.
• The ability to plan and deliver imaginative and stimulating Dance lessons.
• Strong performance, choreography, and practical dance skills.
• A commitment to raising attainment and supporting pupils of all abilities.
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• A current enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Flexible working to suit your availability.
• Dedicated education consultants who understand your career goals.
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.

Supply Deskis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and must be willing to comply with all safeguarding requirements.