Dance Teacher

Worldwide Teaching Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Teaching Ltd is recruiting a Dance Teacher to join a South Manchester secondary school on a full-time maternity cover starting January 2027. You will deliver engaging KS3 dance lessons and support students studying BTEC Dance, working to build confidence, technique and creative expression.

The role welcomes both qualified (QTS) and unqualified teachers with strong dance knowledge and a passion for education.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering KS3 dance sessions.
• Familiarity with BTEC Dance curriculum.
• Passion for teaching dance and student engagement.
• Open to both qualified and unqualified teachers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging KS3 dance lessons.
• Support students studying BTEC Dance and assignments.
• Develop technique, choreography and performance skills.
• Provide constructive feedback on progress.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with school staff to support pupil progress.

Skills

Dance teaching

KS3 lessons

BTEC Dance support

Education

QTS not essential

Job description

Dance Teacher - Secondary School

Location: South Manchester
Salary: £110-£230 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications
Job Type: Full Time - Temporary Maternity Cover
Start Date: January 2027
Hours: 8:30am-3:00pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Term Time Only

Turn Your Passion for Dance into a Rewarding Teaching Opportunity.

Are you a passionate dancer, dance instructor or experienced Dance Teacher looking for your next opportunity in education?

Cover People are currently recruiting for a Dance Teacher to work in a secondary school in South Manchester, delivering engaging dance lessons to KS3 pupils and supporting students studying BTEC Dance.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified or unqualified Dance Teacher, experienced dance instructor or performing arts practitioner to join a school on a full-time maternity cover contract starting in January 2027.

Whether you have previous experience teaching in a secondary school or have developed your skills in a dance studio, performing arts setting or professional environment, we'd love to hear from you.

With competitive daily rates of £110-£230, depending on your experience and qualifications, this role offers an excellent opportunity to share your passion for dance, inspire young people and make a real difference to their development.

About the Role

As a Dance Teacher, you will deliver practical and engaging dance lessons across KS3 and BTEC Dance, helping pupils develop their technical ability, performance skills, creativity and understanding of dance.

You will support students at different stages of their learning, encouraging them to build confidence, develop their technique and achieve their full potential.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Planning and delivering engaging dance lessons across KS3.
• Teaching and supporting students studying BTEC Dance.
• Developing pupils' dance technique, choreography and performance skills.
• Supporting BTEC students with practical assignments and coursework.
• Helping students understand performance, choreography and the creative process.
• Demonstrating dance techniques and a range of movement styles.
• Assessing students' progress and providing constructive feedback.
• Creating an inclusive, positive and safe learning environment.
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining high expectations.
• Encouraging creativity, teamwork, discipline and self-expression.
• Working collaboratively with school staff to support student progress and achievement.

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is not essential for the right candidate. We welcome applications from experienced dance instructors and practitioners who have the relevant skills and confidence to deliver engaging sessions to secondary-age pupils.

Who Are We Looking For?

This opportunity is suitable for a range of candidates, including:

Qualified Dance Teachers - If you have experience teaching dance in a secondary school and are confident delivering KS3 and BTEC Dance, we'd love to hear from you.

Unqualified Dance Teachers - If you have strong dance knowledge and experience working with young people but don't hold QTS, this could be an excellent